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UnclePhilthy

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Hi Y'all!

Just wanted to let you know that I've been lurking here for the past few weeks after buying my first Bali, (Jag). Good learning knife, and I actually have grown quite fond of it.

I've sure learned a lot from reading here. The interest and exchange of info regarding these wonderful knives, is truely amazing.

Keep it happening!

Very Best Regards,

Phil

 
Welcome aboard Phil!

So....... any revelations or observations you'd like to share with us??

I actually like hearing peoples first impressions after transitioning from "I want one" to "I got one".

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www.balisongxtreme.com
Because......
getting 'em open
is half the fun!
 
Welcome Phil! Stick around long enough and you'll end up as obsessive as most of us here. Encouraging eh?
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~Dave

"One in the hand is worth two in the sheath"
 
Welcome!! It's good that you have decided to stop lurking and join in on the discussion!!
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Cameron

"And shepards we shall be, for thee my Lord for thee, power hath descended forth from thy hand, that our feet may swiftly carry out thy command, so we shall flow a river forth to thee, and teeming with souls shall it ever be, En Nomine Patris, et Filii, et Spiritus Sancti"
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by Clay:
Welcome aboard Phil!

So....... any revelations or observations you'd like to share with us??

Thanks Clay, (et al), it's sure good to be able to hang with you experts, and I sure enjoy what I read in here.

I actually like hearing peoples first impressions after transitioning from "I want one" to "I got one".

I would sure recommend the Jag for a beginer's blade. Mine is getting a little loose from a few weeks use, but still locks well both ways. I'll no doubt follow the pin replace instuctions that I have down loaded from your site.

I like the heavier feel of it compared to the lighter ones, and the weight makes for pretty easy manips. I've not ever taped the blade, and still no blood has flowed. I can do pretty good basic horizontal/vertical openings and closings, and am working on an efficient latchdrop. Further than that, I'll likely not go.

Thanks s lot for all your site, and Chuck's, that has provided good instructions for learning safe use!

Best Wishes,

Phil


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Phil,
Its great to see fresh meat I mean people on our board. Each responsible and intelegent person that starts to enjoy balisongs and knives in general, takes us 1 step closer to getting rid of some stupid laws regarding our collectables.

Phil, take it from me. I, like you, said "Oh I'll only learn the basics" HA! After seeing some video of some of my fellow forumites, I HAD to learn more. Actually, I find the heavier, more involved manipulations very relaxing. I also find that if I watch my hand while doing complex stuff, I f*ck it up and get bit.

Just a word of advice, never stop learning. Its better for you than smoking

Nate
 
<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by UnclePhilthy:
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We'll see how far you take it. Once that balisong starts calling you from your pocket every 5 minutes, it's best to just do what it says.
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~Dave

"One in the hand is worth two in the sheath"
 
Originally posted by Nate:
Phil,
Its great to see fresh meat I mean people on our board. Each responsible and intelegent person that starts to enjoy balisongs and knives in general, takes us 1 step closer to getting rid of some stupid laws regarding our collectables.

I think it's really the 'mechanics', and how the knife is designed to lock, without locks, that I really find fascinating. I first ran accross them when I was in the Army, some friends had picked them up while in SE Asia. I can't begin to understand why people are generally so fearful of them.

Phil, take it from me. I, like you, said "Oh I'll only learn the basics" HA! After seeing some video of some of my fellow forumites, I HAD to learn more. Actually, I find the heavier, more involved manipulations very relaxing. I also find that if I watch my hand while doing complex stuff, I f*ck it up and get bit.

Just a word of advice, never stop learning. Its better for you than smoking

Don't smoke...not anything legal anyway....but I sure love learning new things.

Cya!

Phil



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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by Blasto:
We'll see how far you take it. Once that balisong starts calling you from your pocket every 5 minutes, it's best to just do what it says.
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'Mr. J' mostly stays on the coffee table...but I've noticed lately that it finds its way into my hand, almost without notice, until I've been manip'ing for a few minutes, then go "how did that get back there again?!" Have I got a new bad habit started here?

Phil

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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by UnclePhilthy:
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For sure man. Your screwed
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~Dave

"One in the hand is worth two in the sheath"
 
>>Just a word of advice, never stop learning

Ain't that the truth. I have learned more the last year than any previous year in my life. I think the older you get, the more you realize you need to learn and the more of a desire you have to grow and expand yourself. I think there are few people who would care to revisit their youth, if they had to go back to learning it all over again. But many would love to be younger IF they could take the experance and the understanding they have gained over the years. For me, your only as old as you feel, and your about as young as you decide that you want to be. Thanks, JohnR7
 
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