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

[AShearer]

Yes they are on the mend. I'm very happy now and the members here are a big part of that. It's been a little bit rough the last few months but I now have everything I need and when I get paid Wednesday I won't have a lot of extra but I will be back on my feet and have all I need to live on and that my friend is a blessing.

That is really good to hear Randy. I hope things continue to go your way from now on my friend.

 

[Wurrwulf]

I was watching some you tube knife forging videos this morning and came across this one of our own GW Drew. I have been to his shop it is located in his garage and bought knives from him. He makes awesome knives and is one heck of a nice guy thought you folks might like this video. HERE
Here is my one knife I have left he made

Thanks for the video link and the update, Randy! One of the first fixed blades I bought was from Gerry. I just love the wood he used on this one.

 

[black mamba]

I agree, Randy, wholeheartedly! Gerry makes a fine knife. I bought this one as a gift for my son-in-law.

 

[screened porch]

Six hand-made knives from Lansing MI and a Buck sekiden of Japan.

 

[1066vik]

garage sale score or flea market?

 

[knarfeng]

So, in addition, some of you may have noticed, I am raising funds for a new shotgun. I shoot Skeet and Sporting Clays. If you think knives can be expensive, try a sporting shotgun some time.

It's a beautiful shotgun, and I am sure it will improve my scores

In the 1980's I had a friend who shot shotguns competitively. He told me, "Well, for $5,000 you can get a shotgun that will give you 90-95% of everything a shotgun can give. It goes up exponentially from there."

 

[sitflyer]

Yes they are on the mend. I'm very happy now and the members here are a big part of that. It's been a little bit rough the last few months but I now have everything I need and when I get paid Wednesday I won't have a lot of extra but I will be back on my feet and have all I need to live on and that my friend is a blessing.

Wishing your life be filled with calm waters, smooth sailing, and many blessings going forward

 

[leghog]

In one of my gun clubs 25 years ago some of the shotgunners had $25K-$40K guns. I was often invited to shot rounds with their guns. I always declined.

 

[r redden]

Six hand-made knives from Lansing MI and a Buck sekiden of Japan.

Very nice Jer. I know very little about Japanese traditional knifes which I assume knives 1 and 3 are. Could you tell me a bit more about those 2 knives pattern name, maker and so on. I really like the looks of those 2 they just look like they would fit in the hand well and the blade shape looks like it would lend itself to a variety of cutting task. I really like those 2.

 

[sitflyer]

I was watching some you tube knife forging videos this morning and came across this one of our own GW Drew. I have been to his shop it is located in his garage and bought knives from him. He makes awesome knives and is one heck of a nice guy thought you folks might like this video. HERE
Here is my one knife I have left he made

Beautiful knife, and very cool video, thanks for that link. Now I am actively seeking out more info on this guy.

 

[AShearer]

In the 1980's I had a friend who shot shotguns competitively. He told me, "Well, for $5,000 you can get a shotgun that will give you 90-95% of everything a shotgun can give. It goes up exponentially from there."

Right! It's that last 5-10% that cost "real money"

 

[screened porch]

Very nice Jer. I know very little about Japanese traditional knifes which I assume knives 1 and 3 are. Could you tell me a bit more about those 2 knives pattern name, maker and so on. I really like the looks of those 2 they just look like they would fit in the hand well and the blade shape looks like it would lend itself to a variety of cutting task. I really like those 2.

Thank you. I really don't know anything about these knives except the maker liked a Scandi grind. 1 and 3 seem odd to me because of the large and nearly rectangular-sectioned handles. I thought this might be his version of the Scandinavian "Grandfathers' knife", with a big handle and short blade to give better grip and leverage to the arthritic. Or maybe somebody complained about his handles and he said, "There! Fine-tune them yourself." Or maybe they are a Japanese pattern I know nothing about.
There are three versions of a maker's mark on the six knives. A tiny cursive that looks like one of those electric vibrating scratchers, a larger and deeper etch or stamp that seems to be the same design as the tiny ones, and a deep stamp of a different design. They might say AK, but I wouldn't bet the ranch on it.

 

[JB in SC]

AShearer you will enjoy the CG, they are really nice guns. I shot quite a bit of sporting clays back in the mid 80's, my buddy was sponsored by Federal. He shot K-80's for a while, they weren't quite as expensive then. His last gun was a Plantation Grade, I cringed every time a stray pellet hit the stock. Guys that can afford them aren't bothered by it.

I was serious upland game (mostly quail) hunter and shot a Beretta EELL 687 in 28 gauge, the EELL was built on a 28 scaled action . They were't designed for a lot of shooting but could be re-built if needed. Owning a special shotgun accounts for a lot of enjoyment in my experience.

 

[screened porch]

garage sale score or flea market?

Three-story antique store having its annual sale and so crowded you could barely walk through it. These were in a booth in a corner near the door and I'll have to see the rest of the three floors another time.

 

[r redden]

My granddaughter Kelsey brought Nyla to see me today and I can't believe how much she has grown in just a few months. She was 9 weeks old when we first got her and the 1st picture was taken the day we got her on October 21. The 2nd picture was taken today. They sure grow up fast. She may be half Pit but she is sweet and friendly as can be. Funny how much a grown man can love an animal.

 

[leghog]

....Funny how much a grown man can love an animal.

Not funny to me. I love my dogs. Heck, I like most dogs more than most people.

 

[jc57]

Good looking dog. Plenty of sweet and friendly pits out there. It's not the breed, it's how people treat/train/raise a dog that affects its behavior.

My next door neighbor has a beautiful white pit bull. She was a rescue from a bad situation. She's a sweetie pie, but is afraid of men. Not aggressive, though.

I always talk to her and give her dog treats through the fence (with owner's permission). She is all happy to see me until I get close to the fence and then she retreats about 6 feet. I toss her the treats and talk to her quietly while she eats, then I leave her alone. Something must be working, because she got out the other day and came running right up to me like a playful puppy when I held up the treats (to help the owner catch her). Not scared or aggressive at all. Just that whole-body wagging that dogs do when they are happy to see you.

 

[Clem Kadiddlehopper]

Three-story antique store having its annual sale and so crowded you could barely walk through it. These were in a booth in a corner near the door and I'll have to see the rest of the three floors another time.

I think it was around 2006? Went to the Vegas Arms & Knife Show at the Riviera Casino with Todd Davison, knife show was great, good crowd.
But the Arms show next door was packed! I went in to take a look, stayed about one minute. Tom Selleck even showed up at one time during the day.

 

[screened porch]

I can't stand that sort of crowd. I'd rather go places off season and miss things more comfortably.

I just ordered some leather. The tanto-leukku and the deep belly are top of the list for sheathes. The one with the pink-flecked spacer fits better in the black sheath than it would in anything I'm likely to make.

 

[Trout Hound]

Before we were married, my wife used to dog-sit for a lady she knew. The dog was as sweet as could be, but had obviously been abused, and was afraid of men. The first time I went over there with her, the poor thing peed on the floor out of sheer fright. That made me feel really terrible. The next time, I went with my pockets loaded full of dog treats. By the end of the week, she was curled up in my lap, and we were best of friends.

I’ve personally shed more tears over a dog lost than I have over any human, not because I’m callous, but just because, dang it, those dogs will just weasel their way right into your heart.