Hi all, I have been lurking around the forums and specially here in this sub-forum for quite a while now and just observing, studying, and getting to know the overall dynamics of the BK&T and BladeForums in general. And I must thank you all for your selfless sharing of information (and actual, tangible tools as well) that feeds the collective knowledge of many things that are of interest to the people here. All of them are of great value and has helped to a good extent in developing my own awareness of knives, BK&T, survival, and a host of other subjects that gets discussed here.
I came here upon watching Adam of Equipped to Endure's test of the BK2. What a knife. And like most who come here, the realization of Beckerdom has me wanting one of each and 2 of the good ones (which means I may end of with 2 of everything at some point). This place has me BK&T-dreaming everyday since. And this place reminds me of my nice neighbors, what a helpful and lively community. A good part of my daily entertainment comes from this place
In an ideal situation, I would have placed my order at Tomars every couple of months or so for the BK2, BK11, BK9, BK16, and the rest (in that particular order and my brother wants the king especially) but I live in the Philippines which makes it difficult for both buyer and supplier to work smoothly as the customs here is rather unpredictable. Luckily my friend was coming home to get married and it provided me with an opportunity. And I asked her to buy specifically from Tomars (Moose still wasn't selling at that time unfortunately).
So here goes (I hope the pictures show up):
The Beast
With the BK11 and their Scandinavian brothers:
Can't wait to take the Beast and the 11 out. Or more importantly study and practice skills suited for my neck of the woods. Build shelter, fire kits, traps, and lots of fun, fulfilling and useful skills. The Beast really feels comfortable in the grips I pictured above. I haven't tried it sweaty or wet hands, but the grivory feels just right to me. Handling it inspires confidence but at the same time is a reminder to get out, woodshed, and have the skills to make my self worthy of such an amazing blade.
The 11 has been with me everyday in my front right pocket everyday for the past week. They are both still waiting for real tasks to come by, but their comfortable to practice with and so I think they will perform and perform beyond their price point. Best of all my fiancee approves :thumbup:
In profoundness and profanity,
namida
I came here upon watching Adam of Equipped to Endure's test of the BK2. What a knife. And like most who come here, the realization of Beckerdom has me wanting one of each and 2 of the good ones (which means I may end of with 2 of everything at some point). This place has me BK&T-dreaming everyday since. And this place reminds me of my nice neighbors, what a helpful and lively community. A good part of my daily entertainment comes from this place
In an ideal situation, I would have placed my order at Tomars every couple of months or so for the BK2, BK11, BK9, BK16, and the rest (in that particular order and my brother wants the king especially) but I live in the Philippines which makes it difficult for both buyer and supplier to work smoothly as the customs here is rather unpredictable. Luckily my friend was coming home to get married and it provided me with an opportunity. And I asked her to buy specifically from Tomars (Moose still wasn't selling at that time unfortunately).
So here goes (I hope the pictures show up):
The Beast
With the BK11 and their Scandinavian brothers:
Can't wait to take the Beast and the 11 out. Or more importantly study and practice skills suited for my neck of the woods. Build shelter, fire kits, traps, and lots of fun, fulfilling and useful skills. The Beast really feels comfortable in the grips I pictured above. I haven't tried it sweaty or wet hands, but the grivory feels just right to me. Handling it inspires confidence but at the same time is a reminder to get out, woodshed, and have the skills to make my self worthy of such an amazing blade.
The 11 has been with me everyday in my front right pocket everyday for the past week. They are both still waiting for real tasks to come by, but their comfortable to practice with and so I think they will perform and perform beyond their price point. Best of all my fiancee approves :thumbup:
In profoundness and profanity,
namida
Nice collection you have going. I know there's no lack of bladesmiths in the P.I. so it's high praise you seek Beckers and others too. 
