"Carl's Lounge" (Off-Topic Discussion, Traditional Knife "Tales & Vignettes")

[Mike Robuck]

In an attempt to get my own post count up, I'm going to start a controversial thread with the title "Why traditional knives are or are not good for cutting things." I expect a lot of drama including gnashing of teeth, rending of shirts and outright bans, all of which should get my post count up. (off to see what this year's forum knife will be.)

 

[JTB_5]

I remember when I first arrived at Blade Forums and was drawn to the Traditional knives forum. I had to learn the ropes because of my impatience, but I was thankful for how kind the regulars were to point me in the right direction and correct my improprieties. Hopefully a good number of these newcomers will grow to appreciate what’s here more than the opportunity to score a nice knife.

 

[Jack Black]

In an attempt to get my own post count up, I'm going to start a controversial thread with the title "Why traditional knives are or are not good for cutting things." I expect a lot of drama including gnashing of teeth, rending of shirts and outright bans, all of which should get my post count up. (off to see what this year's forum knife will be.)

I remember when I first arrived at Blade Forums and was drawn to the Traditional knives forum. I had to learn the ropes because of my impatience, but I was thankful for how kind the regulars were to point me in the right direction and correct my improprieties. Hopefully a good number of these newcomers will grow to appreciate what’s here more than the opportunity to score a nice knife.

Well said Joshua

 

[Ramrodmb]

I can appreciate the thoughtful posts, especially the ones with pics, more than the “nice knife” posts. We are wanting participation after all and I feel like we shouldn’t discourage posting even if some are a bit misplaced but seem well intended.

 

[screened porch]

Yes, there's a minimum requirement in terms of ordering the forum knife Jer, hence, the phenomena. Reckon most of them have plenty of time if they just participate like everyone else

Aha.

 

[Modoc ED]

I expect a lot of drama including gnashing of teeth,

That's not fair. Ever since they cut out my lower left jaw and replaced it with a piece of leg bone and on top of that pulled all my lower teeth last year, I cannot participate by gnashing my teeth.

 

[Mike Robuck]

I'm sorry to read this Ed. I'll grant you a waiver on the teeth gnashing, but you must up the rending of your shirts...

 

[Modoc ED]

I'll grant you a waiver on the teeth gnashing, but you must up the rending of your shirts...

Thanks!!!! I'll see your rending of shirts and raise you stomping and whining.

 

[waynorth]

While it all can seem a little tedious, it is exciting for the nuggets of information and insight that occasionally pop up!!
I do appreciate great knife pics!! They should be required - say 20% of ones posts, must have a GOOD picture!!
Picture content:
One-arm Blade!!

 

[JohnDF]

I do appreciate the added participation and hope some can stick around past the ordering phase.
And because Charlie likes pictures...

 

[Modoc ED]

While it all can seem a little tedious, it is exciting for the nuggets of information and insight that occasionally pop up!!
I do appreciate great knife pics!! They should be required - say 20% of ones posts, must have a GOOD picture!!
Picture content:
One-arm Blade!!View attachment 1542969

Dang Charlie waynorth . That's not good - the hand not the knife. The knife is an excellent choice. Take care and don't overdo it.

 

[waynorth]

And because Charlie likes pictures...

Thanks, John!! Nice sheath - did you make it??

 

[waynorth]

Take care and don't overdo it.

Thanks, Ed!! That's an old pic from last year - I'm using my hand again.
I was just looking for my Mug to post!!
My hair is a lot longer - I should update my glamor shots!!

 

[JTB_5]

For you, Charlie. Cheers!

 

[JohnDF]

did you make it?

Why yes... yes I did.

 

[btb01]

Thanks, Ed!! That's an old pic from last year - I'm using my hand again.
I was just looking for my Mug to post!!
My hair is a lot longer - I should update my glamor shots!!

Are you going for the Viking look again?

 

[Jack Black]

While it all can seem a little tedious, it is exciting for the nuggets of information and insight that occasionally pop up!!
I do appreciate great knife pics!! They should be required - say 20% of ones posts, must have a GOOD picture!!
Picture content:
One-arm Blade!!View attachment 1542969

Are you going for the Viking look again?

I'm glad your axe arm is OK Charlie

 

[screened porch]

Aha.

Fixed it. Note the good picture.

While it all can seem a little tedious, it is exciting for the nuggets of information and insight that occasionally pop up!!
I do appreciate great knife pics!! They should be required - say 20% of ones posts, must have a GOOD picture!!
Picture content:
One-arm Blade!!View attachment 1542969

Oh, well:

 

[Peregrin]

I'm glad your axe arm is OK Charlie

I figured it wouldn't take to long for Charlie's Viking pic to show up!

 

[Mike Robuck]

From Charlie's salad days at Blade (not to be confused with the Four Tenors)

And a knife that Charlie likes: