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Well, the specials I snagged on Friday and Saturday showed up today; this, even after some early morning hijinks of mine that had me raising Cain with my bank, questioning UB, and generally making a nuisance of myself - simply because I'd given him the wrong expiration date on my credit card. 
Next time I make an A.M. order, I'll have a cup of coffee first.
First - a Karka bilton as a gift to my best friend in the service. When I saw the figure of the horn handle I almost didn't want to give it up. It's the most beautiful horn handle I've ever seen and is simply an outstanding piece overall. I can't see how these are sold for as little as they are. Needless to say, as a man who's been saving his money for a khuk, he was pretty thrilled to get this. It's always amusing to see a grown man in uniform with the "kid in a candy store" glazed eyes and bouncing step.
Second - a Kumar Karda as a gift to my best friend out of the service, who's an avid hunter and just happens to be in need of a new knife. Wonderful carving on the handle. It's not my cup of tea but I'd be proud to own something so attractive, even if I had no use for it. I'm glad it'll be going to a good home that'll put it to work.
Third - a 17" Villager WWII for my brother, who wants a khuk but can't decide what kind. It's the first Villager that I've handled. I'd heard that the fit and finish weren't up to the usual HI standards; aside from wood that's a bit duller than usual and has a nick or two, and some very minor grinding marks on the metal, I don't see what the big deal is. It shouldn't take me more than a half hour or so to clean it up. I've got to get myself one of these one day.
Fourth - a horn handled Kerambit, for me. I'd heard the hype, the price was right, and I couldn't resist. After a bit of experimentation I can see why people praise it for its versatility. Every time I pick it up it seems like I can figure out a new way to hold or carry it. A bit of work on the hone ought to have it shaving. Tonight's project is to attach the sheath securely to my LBV; after that, I'm expecting it to get a good workout for some time to come.
Last but not least - 2(!) khuk pins instead of one, and they're of different patterns and metals. I'm running out of things to pin these on!
Again, my thanks to UB, Yangdu, and the kamis for making four people very happy this holiday season. My best to you and yours.
Next time I make an A.M. order, I'll have a cup of coffee first.First - a Karka bilton as a gift to my best friend in the service. When I saw the figure of the horn handle I almost didn't want to give it up.
It's the most beautiful horn handle I've ever seen and is simply an outstanding piece overall. I can't see how these are sold for as little as they are. Needless to say, as a man who's been saving his money for a khuk, he was pretty thrilled to get this. It's always amusing to see a grown man in uniform with the "kid in a candy store" glazed eyes and bouncing step.Second - a Kumar Karda as a gift to my best friend out of the service, who's an avid hunter and just happens to be in need of a new knife. Wonderful carving on the handle. It's not my cup of tea but I'd be proud to own something so attractive, even if I had no use for it. I'm glad it'll be going to a good home that'll put it to work.
Third - a 17" Villager WWII for my brother, who wants a khuk but can't decide what kind. It's the first Villager that I've handled. I'd heard that the fit and finish weren't up to the usual HI standards; aside from wood that's a bit duller than usual and has a nick or two, and some very minor grinding marks on the metal, I don't see what the big deal is. It shouldn't take me more than a half hour or so to clean it up. I've got to get myself one of these one day.
Fourth - a horn handled Kerambit, for me.
I'd heard the hype, the price was right, and I couldn't resist. After a bit of experimentation I can see why people praise it for its versatility. Every time I pick it up it seems like I can figure out a new way to hold or carry it. A bit of work on the hone ought to have it shaving. Tonight's project is to attach the sheath securely to my LBV; after that, I'm expecting it to get a good workout for some time to come.Last but not least - 2(!) khuk pins instead of one, and they're of different patterns and metals. I'm running out of things to pin these on!
Again, my thanks to UB, Yangdu, and the kamis for making four people very happy this holiday season. My best to you and yours.
