Folder and slipjoint storage

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Bob N

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Hey guys....

I am new to these parts and to knife collecting in general. Been reading intensely trying to learn as much as possible about this sport. I have already stepped out onto the ledge and acquired a few new traditional folding knives to add to my small collection of 6 from days gone by. Nothing wrong with mixing old and new that I have found discussed :D Right now I have them all in a drawer (not in original boxes) just sliding and rolling around. I know this is a no-no so I figured I'd better get in here and ask for storage options.

How about showing off your storage solutions for this delima so a nubee like me can get some ideas on a better way to care for my new hobby. I am not necessarily looking for display as much as I am a good storage option, however, I would never turn down the "best of both worlds" :)

Let's see what ya got.... Please!
 
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My grandfathers old tool box. It was this box that had his old Scrade pen switch blade in tortouse celluloid.

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I just use a wooden cigar box. It keeps them together, and in one place.

Seems to work for me.

Carl.
 
I use a big knife roll I bought on the auction site; holds two dozen folders. It has pockets rather than elastic straps. I don't have a photo of it, but I think I paid about $20 for it. I'd buy another one when I need more room.

Stay sharp,
desmobob
 
I've got a small Bisley desktop/tabletop 5 drawer cabinet to hold most of my knives. I put non-slip liner in the drawers and keep smaller or more delicate knives in Sack-Ups sleeves.




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I keep my modern slippies in half-a-dozen stackable display cases (the antiques stay in padded knife rolls for maximum protection). The cases make it easy to pick out a knife for my pocket without digging through a bunch of separate zipper-cases or boxes, and the velveteen covered foam serves as a desiccant of sorts to keep moisture away from the carbon steel. I've been using these cases for decades with no problems. They can be stored horizontally or vertically and moved around freely without worrying about the knives banging into one another, since the foam holds them securely against the glass top.

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Craftsman tool chests with felt liners. Lockable, inexpensive, indiscreet, not easily carried off. :thumbup:
 
jujigatame said:
I put non-slip liner in the drawers...

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Keep an eye on that cabinet liner. I used that too, but after a couple of years I started to notice some problems. The dye from some knife handles was bleeding into the rubber liner, and the liner stuck to some knives.

A solution, I left the liner in but covered it with felt / velvet.

Just a heads up. :thumbup:
 
Yeah, I had that issue with stickiness a few times, which is why anything with material that might be sensitive goes in the sleeves or some other pouch as an extra layer of protection. Tried to pick an old bone handled knife on a hot summer day 3 or 4 years ago and the whole liner wanted to come with it. :rolleyes:
 
Some really great and creative ideas. Looks like felt lined drawer storage is very popular and my wheels are beginning to turn.
 
I have a separate room designed to replicate the ancient Peruvian temple in Raiders of the Lost Ark with my EDC knives on top of the pedestal where the golden idol would have been. Sometimes I get out OK, sometimes the boobytraps get me but it's all good fun.

Actually, I just have a set of stackable velvet lined boxes that I keep them in.
 
I have mine in Sack Ups individual knife pouches in Plano tackle boxes. Plano's are made in the USA, BTW.
 
Thanks, I just ordered a bunch of Sack-ups (expensive little critters) and I really like the plano box idea. :thumbup:
 
Plano boxes are good quality and made in the USA, Plano, Illinois specifically, but there's one caveat with those for storing valuables: They make it easy for you to carry your collection, but they also make it easy for anyone else to carry it off too. :mad:
 
Bob W said:
Plano boxes are good quality and made in the USA, Plano, Illinois specifically, but there's one caveat with those for storing valuables: They make it easy for you to carry your collection, but they also make it easy for anyone else to carry it off too. :mad:
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Charlie just had this one installed at his place. I really like the whole, clean stainless look. Very chic. ;)
 
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