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[jackknife]

P-DAY +1

This one, just slide it out, take care of it, and put it away. All in one beat. I've even started thinking about what else I have that might be too much for what I need.

You see what just one day of carrying a peanut has done to your thinking?!

If you really do give the little legume a full week with no other pocket knife, I think you will find it easier to give it another week, for a full two week experiment.

I've tried the sway back. Great knife, but the handle was just enough more bulky to make the difference. Took up too much pocket real estate and the weight was just enough more than the 'nut to make the difference between forgetting about it until needed, and being reminded about it when I didn't want to be. Knives like the peanut, Eisenhower pen, junior stockman and tiny trapper are the ultimate in convenient pocket cutlery that performs needed cutting jobs with a minimal pocket imprint.

It's all about Maximum minimalism.

 

[oldmanrunning]

I've tried the sway back. Great knife, but the handle was just enough more bulky to make the difference. Took up too much pocket real estate and the weight was just enough more than the 'nut to make the difference between forgetting about it until needed, and being reminded about it when I didn't want to be. Knives like the peanut, Eisenhower pen, junior stockman and tiny trapper are the ultimate in convenient pocket cutlery that performs needed cutting jobs with a minimal pocket imprint.

Thanks for that ,you just saved me!!! I have been eyeing a Swayback Gent while relearning to love my legumes, as ever you sum up perfectly why we carry a Peanut , i have been toting my little yeller but as it is Sunday i have my Northwoods in my pocket.

 

[jackknife]

I've tried the sway back. Great knife, but the handle was just enough more bulky to make the difference. Took up too much pocket real estate and the weight was just enough more than the 'nut to make the difference between forgetting about it until needed, and being reminded about it when I didn't want to be. Knives like the peanut, Eisenhower pen, junior stockman and tiny trapper are the ultimate in convenient pocket cutlery that performs needed cutting jobs with a minimal pocket imprint.

Thanks for that ,you just saved me!!! I have been eyeing a Swayback Gent while relearning to love my legumes, as ever you sum up perfectly why we carry a Peanut , i have been toting my little yeller but as it is Sunday i have my Northwoods in my pocket.

Beautiful little Northwoods, oldman!! Love the mellow golden hue of that stag.:thumbup::thumb up:

When you look at the sway back, the actual length of the cutting edge is not that much more than the 'nut, but the handle bulk is more. Enough to be a deal barker in that class of knife.

 

[hamsco]

The stocking stuffer for cult members....

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[Wheeler80]

I'm going to try the "challenge" this week with my single blade Remington. I'll still carry my Pioneer or Farmer for the other tools but I'll use the 'Nut for my cutting tasks. The only thing I may have trouble with is if I need to cut ductboard. It's extremely rough on edges and about an inch or so thick. I think it will be able to handle it. I guess I'll find out.

I'm sure it'll take some getting used to. I put my Vic's through hell without a second thought. I guess I'll either change my habits or find out how tough this old knife is.

 

[MadTrapper]

Anyone know where I may find a Select Peanut in Nectarine like the one hamsco put up here a few posts back? Thanks much.

 

[Habiru]

P-DAY +2

MISSION ABORT

Unfortunately, I'm going to have to put this experiment to a quick end. I hate to do it, and I certainly don't WANT TO, but I have experienced a (what I consider) fatal flaw in my peanut. It started yesterday. I was going to cut open a packet when I noticed the edge near the tip glancing off of the plastic. Taking a look I found a 1/2 inch flat spot on the edge going right to the tip. Thinking it was probably from the honer at Case (Friday afternoon job I would imagine) I took my Lansky kit to the clip blade and put a good even edge on it. It was stupid sharp, and I was happy. Life continued as normal until this evening when I went to open an envelope of onion soup mix for dip for the game that I noticed it making a dent in the paper, but not cutting. So I looked at the edge again, and there was that flat spot again! I started to wonder, and broke out the kit again. A few links later, and everything g was back to normal. This time however, I tried something. I closed the knife and immediately reopened it. And sure enough, the flat spot was back. It seems the tip of the knife is hitting the back spring. Considering the size of this cutting edge and the fact that most work is done with the tip, the knife is essentially useless to me. So, it was retired to the knife box to come back to at a later date. I won't be able to resume this again until after the holidays now, as all available funds are now headed to both heating and providing Christmas to the young'uns. A minor setback, but it stinks nonetheless. I'll keep reading this thread to see how the rest of you nuts are doing, and hope to post again soon. Thanks everyone for the encouragement and tips. I can't wait to do it again!

Jay

 

[arizonaranchman]

P-DAY +2

MISSION ABORT

Unfortunately, I'm going to have to put this experiment to a quick end. I hate to do it, and I certainly don't WANT TO, but I have experienced a (what I consider) fatal flaw in my peanut. It started yesterday. I was going to cut open a packet when I noticed the edge near the tip glancing off of the plastic. Taking a look I found a 1/2 inch flat spot on the edge going right to the tip. Thinking it was probably from the honer at Case (Friday afternoon job I would imagine) I took my Lansky kit to the clip blade and put a good even edge on it. It was stupid sharp, and I was happy. Life continued as normal until this evening when I went to open an envelope of onion soup mix for dip for the game that I noticed it making a dent in the paper, but not cutting. So I looked at the edge again, and there was that flat spot again! I started to wonder, and broke out the kit again. A few links later, and everything g was back to normal. This time however, I tried something. I closed the knife and immediately reopened it. And sure enough, the flat spot was back. It seems the tip of the knife is hitting the back spring. Considering the size of this cutting edge and the fact that most work is done with the tip, the knife is essentially useless to me. So, it was retired to the knife box to come back to at a later date. I won't be able to resume this again until after the holidays now, as all available funds are now headed to both heating and providing Christmas to the young'uns. A minor setback, but it stinks nonetheless. I'll keep reading this thread to see how the rest of you nuts are doing, and hope to post again soon. Thanks everyone for the encouragement and tips. I can't wait to do it again!

Jay

So it's hitting the back-spring? Ugh, that's the first I've heard of with a new Peanut. If you're able send it back for a replacement would be the simplest remedy.

Sorry to hear of this set-back.

 

[jackknife]

So it's hitting the back-spring? Ugh, that's the first I've heard of with a new Peanut. If you're able send it back for a replacement would be the simplest remedy.

Sorry to hear of this set-back.

This!^^^^

This is a out and out workmanship issue, and Case should be made aware of it. Odds are, they will replace the knife, as the kick is ground too low to start with. Case will stand up to the plate on this kind of stuff. Send it in. :thumbup:

 

[Habiru]

So it's hitting the back-spring? Ugh, that's the first I've heard of with a new Peanut. If you're able send it back for a replacement would be the simplest remedy.

Sorry to hear of this set-back.

Yeah, I'm going to try. Bought it on eBay, so I don't know how it's going to go. That, and the forced patina, and they may not take a return. Definitely worth a shot though!

 

[silenthunterstudios]

Case has a warranty request form that you can print out on their website. Definitely return that nut, they will fix it or replace it for you. If it has sentimental value and you want it repaired, let them know. I sent in my ebony Tribal Spear, and they did a great job on it.

 

[silenthunterstudios]

http://www.wrcase.com/support/faq/RepairForm.pdf

Use this form and return to Case for repairs.

 

[Habiru]

Habiru.... That's a pretty Chestnut ! Lots of red. How could you not carry it ?

I agree. It is splendid. That in the pocket and a nice over/under over the shoulder and a guy is all set. don't forget the pup!

Okay, so now, starting tomorrow, no other pocket knife. Just the peanut. It's the acid test to see if the Little Legume is a fit for your lifestyle. Also, you need decompress from the "other" knives you've got used to using. It's kind of like learning a foreign language by total immersion. Part of joining The Cult is unlearning all those bad habits picked up using those oversize "other" knives. It's a test of your faith!

So it's hitting the back-spring? Ugh, that's the first I've heard of with a new Peanut. If you're able send it back for a replacement would be the simplest remedy.

Sorry to hear of this set-back.

This!^^^^

This is a out and out workmanship issue, and Case should be made aware of it. Odds are, they will replace the knife, as the kick is ground too low to start with. Case will stand up to the plate on this kind of stuff. Send it in. :thumbup:

Case has a warranty request form that you can print out on their website. Definitely return that nut, they will fix it or replace it for you. If it has sentimental value and you want it repaired, let them know. I sent in my ebony Tribal Spear, and they did a great job on it.

http://www.wrcase.com/support/faq/RepairForm.pdf

Use this form and return to Case for repairs.

Wow! Thanks guys! I just printed it out, and I'll get it all set and out. You folks really ARE something. Have a great day!

 

[Jeff_R]

Carrying my dad's old Buck "Lancer" and a CAMCO #703 that my dad gave to me. The yellow-handled 703 has his company's name engraved on it's yellow plastic handle. I miss my dad a lot. It's comforting to be carrying his old pocket knife.

The Lancer is 2 5/8" closed; the 703 is 2 3/4" closed. Don't know if either one counts for membership in the peanut club but they're both very light and surprisingly handy. I'll see how I feel in a week. Never owned one but seems to me, compared to them a Case "Peanut" might feel like a large knife!

 

[jackknife]

Wow! Thanks guys! I just printed it out, and I'll get it all set and out. You folks really ARE something. Have a great day!

I'm fully confident that Case will repeat the knife, or more likely just send you a new one. Sooooo, that does not let you off the hook. We, The Cult, expect you to resume the experiment as soon as you receive the new knife from Case.

That is all.



Carl, Grand High Muckba, (retired)

 

[jackknife]

Carrying my dad's old Buck "Lancer" and a CAMCO #703 that my dad gave to me. The yellow-handled 703 has his company's name engraved on it's yellow plastic handle. I miss my dad a lot. It's comforting to be carrying his old pocket knife.

The Lancer is 2 5/8" closed; the 703 is 2 3/4" closed. Don't know if either one counts for membership in the peanut club but they're both very light and surprisingly handy. I'll see how I feel in a week. Never owned one but seems to me, compared to them a Case "Peanut" might feel like a large knife!

I have always felt, just me mind you, that the small pen knife is a close cousin of the little legume. It's a knife for the more experienced knife user for the maximum minimalism. A knife for the thinking man's pocket. The buck lancer, companion, the Boker 240 and current pen knives, are small enough that they fit into the tiny yet effective role.

After all, the little guys have to stick together. Kind of like schools of Piranha!

 

[Toddwalla]

my edc changes all the time, but one constant is this peanut. I like small knives and have a lot of them, but this is the knife that always finds itself in my pocket.

 

[Wheeler80]

Day 2- I switched to this Case stag. It feels a little better than the Remington. It's only 2 days but so far so good. It's a much more efficient wire stripper than my other knives which is what I mainly use my knives for at work. I'm a little more cautious with it than I am with my Vic's but that's the point, the right tool for the job. I still carry either a Farmer or Pioneer for the other tools. And I haven't ran into anything big like ductboard or heavy rubber tubing but I'm confident it could handle it. So confident that I have a couple different 'nuts and pen knives on the way. I think you guys have converted me.

 

[RickT57]

I feel like I'm at an AA meeting

 

[silenthunterstudios]

Legumics Anonymous?