Bush Operator got some play time finally!

GoNadz

GoNadz

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So I finally got a chance to get my ass out in the woods and play with my Bush Operator. The other guys brought a few knives each (including that sweet ESEE Lite Machete and GB axes), but I just packed my Bush Operator and went to town. This thing kicks ASS with a firesteel. The squared off spine throws mischmetal like fuggin' napalm when used with my O.G.-style ESEE firekit (my favorite fire starter). The spine was also nice to shave/scrape some bark for tinder. As far as cutting goes, I used her all day long to split small log jammies for small fuel, as well as to cut up some chorizo snausage for my lunch. Dylan, I gotta hand it to you, you hit the ball out of the park on this one. I think it's the perfect size for me as far as general and hard-use bushcrafty knives go, and the handle is by far the most comfortable and pleasing (relax, now..) to use.:D

I know, threads like this are about as useful as tits on a bull without pics, so here:

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And the last of the snausage. Mmmmmm. Chorizo. Woulda been better with some eggs. Well, next time..

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Well, Dylan, keep on makin some serious, top-shelf product, and you'll have me as a customer for a loooong time. And anyone who's on the fence about picking one of these up, consider this a gentle shove: stop debating and buy one! You'll thank me. :D

-Nadz
 
mmmmuusstt ssstttoooppp llookkiingg at thiiis thhhread... i feel my need/want for a Bush Operator kicking in again...:o:D i really like these Dylan..:thumbup:


what is the thickness on this one?? and whats the steel??
 
mtnfolk mike said:
mmmmuusstt ssstttoooppp llookkiingg at thiiis thhhread... i feel my need/want for a Bush Operator kicking in again...:o:D i really like these Dylan..:thumbup:


what is the thickness on this one?? and whats the steel??
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He mostly uses 01, so my guess is that's what this one is.
 
Thanks Nadz. Looks like an awesome knife.

I might have to send another 'dibs' email to Dylan soon...
 
Liveitloud said:
Good looking knife there GoNadz. Looks like it can take whatever you throw at it!
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Yessir. It's really comfortable to use, just the right weight, and the right size to handle everything from food prep to fire building and some batonning. Great woods knife, fo sho.

-Nadz
 
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Great Pictures!! Thanks for posting it. I'm hoping to be able to pick one up in the near future. I was sold on it before your thread but this sealed it. Thanks!:thumbup::thumbup:
 
Awesome pictures brother! I got through making all the sheaths for the current batch today. Tomorrow is hand sharpening all day long. :confused: lol. Then they're all getting mailed out.
 
Definitely great knives. Luckily was able to check the Bush Operator out and the smaller one on the hike. My uncle has a hutchula and was able to check that one out on Christmas. They feel and look great. Love the grind too.

A Fletcher knife is somewhere on my list, though it is there.
 
well, with the aid of these pics, i spoke to Dylan today and put in an order for a Bush Operator..:D i'm stoked.. i can't wait to check it out..
 
Badass! Chorizo, fire, and a knife! Good stuff. I want one too, one of these days...I'm waiting for one like Dylan made for himself last Thanksgiving...
 
Rockywolf said:
Badass! Chorizo, fire, and a knife! Good stuff. I want one too, one of these days...I'm waiting for one like Dylan made for himself last Thanksgiving...
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Sounds like Dylan's having a hard time getting a hold of the dude from Shadetree Phenolics. Those red burlap scales looked sick, too! However, I'm pretty happy with my Bush Operator, burlap or not ;). C'mon, folks, quit hesitating and put yer dibs in! You know you want to!

-Nadz
 
I actually just talked to him yesterday and we're trying to nail down exactly what color burlap it was. :D
 
I put dibs in on Saturday for one. This will be my first Fletcher knife whenever I can get it. Im pretty fired up after this thread!! I'm extremely impressed Dylan.
 
Thanks guys. I'm glad this whole knifemaking thing has worked out so well. Everything I hoped it would be and more.
 
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