"expert" opinions sought

JD, learn to make sheaths. It doesn't take that long to make a quality pouch sheath. I can't afford the price or the lead time for a quality leatherworker so I have to make them myself. It's not too hard and in a way a nice part of the design and building process. I hate to make them though but until I can get my kids to make them I gotta do it :D
 
My reason for not buying one of the knives are not that I did not like them I am just to tapped out buying other shit. And i would like to see something with a sharpened clip a little longer and a simple sheath well made is always a plus. But know that I found Paul long i would rather have an option on the sheath and if it is something I would not use I could take it or leave it. why pay for something you aren't gonna use .Great job man
 
Will Leavitt said:
JD, learn to make sheaths. It doesn't take that long to make a quality pouch sheath. I can't afford the price or the lead time for a quality leatherworker so I have to make them myself. It's not too hard and in a way a nice part of the design and building process. I hate to make them though but until I can get my kids to make them I gotta do it :D
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The pouch sheaths are not a huge problem. I literally hae a drawer full of Treestump Leather off the shelf sheaths...lol. They are quite nice and while not cheap, they aren't super expensive and they come in multiple sizes so I am not so restricted. The fixed blades are the ones where I either have to make knives to Randall dimensions and hope Sullivans has the correct size in the case, or go with an expensive custom one. Paul's current lead time is 2 days plus mailing time each way, and that is as good as you will ever get in my opinion. Some folks use the ballistic nylon sheaths with the kydex liners like the ones from Blackhawk for tacticals, but i bought a couple of them early on and found them wanting. In the case of Kydex, I just don't like the stuff even though Kydex sheaths have come a long way in the last 15 years. I have two southwestern bowies on order(like the one that folks all seem to like) and both of them will get Paul Long sheaths, but that was agreed upon ahead of time with the customers and they know what the cost will be.
 
JParanee said:
My reason for not buying one of the knives are not that I did not like them I am just to tapped out buying other shit. And i would like to see something with a sharpened clip a little longer and a simple sheath well made is always a plus. But know that I found Paul long i would rather have an option on the sheath and if it is something I would not use I could take it or leave it. why pay for something you aren't gonna use .Great job man
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All one has to do is look at your icon and your recent posts to figure out what style of knife you prefer, my man :thumbup::D One of that type is forthcoming.
 
Joe, as mentioned, the knife photography did not describe the knives at all well. I did send info to you in an email but did not get a response so assume that I was not able to offer you any worthwhile photography assistance. A sheath could well be important but personally it would be nice to actually be able to see the handle and the blade no matter what the price range of the knife. More views of the knife would be good and this hold for any knife being sold.
 
The pictures are crap, Lace SheOak is liked by as many who dislike it, the current fashion is for fighter guards, Sheath is important in this price range, especially if a user, the higher up the price range the sheath is less important as the investment justifies the time and extra expense of going to the likes of Paul or Kenny! :)

Ultimately its a matter of patience, you are not selling a commodity and need to give it some time for the buyer to see it ..... thats what dealers do!

Stephen
 
Interesting responses about the handle.

I personally think lace sheoak is freaking gorgeous!!! I have a piece in the shop that I haven't used yet because I'm waiting for just the right blade. I think it ROCKS!!!

I am sort of assuming you have a really nice piece there, you just can't see it in the photo.

PTGDVC has a Tom Ferry with it and it's outstanding.

But I'm not the one putting cash out on it, so my opinion doesn't really matter.

I guess when I do put my piece on a knife, I'll just have to keep it for myself ;)
 
Murray White said:
Joe, as mentioned, the knife photography did not describe the knives at all well. I did send info to you in an email but did not get a response so assume that I was not able to offer you any worthwhile photography assistance. A sheath could well be important but personally it would be nice to actually be able to see the handle and the blade no matter what the price range of the knife. More views of the knife would be good and this hold for any knife being sold.
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I got it and thanks for the advice. I need to learn how to use my camera and probably need to get a new light or two. I have one of the little e-bay special fold up light boxes.
 
What is this, a scavenger hunt? Where is the link or the photo?

Sheesh. n00bi3s... :p

Coop
 
Here are the differences, imho.

No sheath, shorter clip, shorter choil, plate versus fighter guard, handle is too long.

The wood kicks @ss. Your photos are dreadful.

Sheoak Burl Fighter by Tom Ferry, MS
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Thank you Mr. Gill.... I was almost starting to second guess my taste in wood! ;) LMAO

Still one of my favorite Ferry's!!! :thumbup:
 
ptgdvc said:
Here are the differences, imho.

No sheath, shorter clip, shorter choil, plate versus fighter guard, handle is too long.

The wood kicks @ss. Your photos are dreadful.

Sheoak Burl Fighter by Tom Ferry, MS
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That may be a photo thingy because the handle on the sheoak knife is no longer and possibly a hair shorter than the blackwood one. Can't help but notice that Mr. Ferry's knife has a "plate" guard too...lol.
 
Joe, if the wood on your knife looks at all like the wood on that Ferry - well, this just underscores the value of a clear, sharp photo.

Roger
 
Every piece I've seen looks like that one on the Ferry... I think Joe just really sucks at pictures ;)

The Ferry guard is NOT a plate guard. It's a solid piece of damascus shaped like a plate and ferrule.
 
If I recall correctly, Joe, there were links re the photographing knives in my email. I also think in the link was the website as to where to get the "tent" and the lights. They may even be offered as a kit now with the two sizes and light stands. I'm sure if you contacted Booth Photographic and mention me to Jeff Cowdry he may be able to figure out something for you. Follow the thread and the instructions and in 10 minutes you will be doing top notch knife photos. I'm an email or phone call away.
 
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