GEC Ancient Barlow 15118

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olisteinb

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Hey folks,

I recently picked up an Ancient Barlow 15118 in Muscadine sawcut bone, and I absolutely love it. The build, the character—it's just a fantastic knife. But I’ve been curious about the blade shape. To my eye, it seems somewhat like a spear point, but I wasn’t sure if there’s a more specific design influence behind it.

I think I recall hearing that the blade shape was inspired by an old Barlow that Mr. Charlie Campagna owns—does anyone know more about that? Was it based on a particular vintage pattern or a specific era of Barlows?

Either way, this knife is a beauty, and I’d love to learn more about its design history. Any insights would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance!
 
olisteinb said:
Hey folks,

I recently picked up an Ancient Barlow 15118 in Muscadine sawcut bone, and I absolutely love it. The build, the character—it's just a fantastic knife. But I’ve been curious about the blade shape. To my eye, it seems somewhat like a spear point, but I wasn’t sure if there’s a more specific design influence behind it.

I think I recall hearing that the blade shape was inspired by an old Barlow that Mr. Charlie Campagna owns—does anyone know more about that? Was it based on a particular vintage pattern or a specific era of Barlows?

Either way, this knife is a beauty, and I’d love to learn more about its design history. Any insights would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance!
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Welcome to "The Porch". 😁👍
Folks who know the answers to your questions will be along shortly.
Possibly waynorth waynorth , Charlie himself.

Is your knife a 151118 (solo blade) or 151218? (bi blade)?
I don't recall if the Ancient Barlow had a two blade variation, or if it was single blade only.
 
olisteinb said:
Hey folks,

I recently picked up an Ancient Barlow 15118 in Muscadine sawcut bone, and I absolutely love it. The build, the character—it's just a fantastic knife. But I’ve been curious about the blade shape. To my eye, it seems somewhat like a spear point, but I wasn’t sure if there’s a more specific design influence behind it.

I think I recall hearing that the blade shape was inspired by an old Barlow that Mr. Charlie Campagna owns—does anyone know more about that? Was it based on a particular vintage pattern or a specific era of Barlows?

Either way, this knife is a beauty, and I’d love to learn more about its design history. Any insights would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance!
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Comparison with old 1.jpg
Inspired by the long thin Spear blades on these old Furness Barlows, I asked Bill to make the blades longer and thinner!! The length and thin shape on the old ones is only slightly enhanced by wear. They were made long and thin originally!!!
 
waynorth said:
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Inspired by the long thin Spear blades on these old Furness Barlows, I asked Bill to make the blades longer and thinner!! The length and thin shape on the old ones is only slightly enhanced by wear. They were made long and thin originally!!!
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This knife has quickly become my most cherished Barlow by far. The way you captured the essence of those old Furness Barlow blades is just perfect, and it makes using this knife feel like a connection to something timeless.

Thanks again for your vision and dedication to these classics!
 
olisteinb said:
Hey folks,

I recently picked up an Ancient Barlow 15118 in Muscadine sawcut bone, and I absolutely love it. The build, the character—it's just a fantastic knife. But I’ve been curious about the blade shape. To my eye, it seems somewhat like a spear point, but I wasn’t sure if there’s a more specific design influence behind it.

I think I recall hearing that the blade shape was inspired by an old Barlow that Mr. Charlie Campagna owns—does anyone know more about that? Was it based on a particular vintage pattern or a specific era of Barlows?

Either way, this knife is a beauty, and I’d love to learn more about its design history. Any insights would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance!
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Welcome to the forum. Great to see you have good taste in knives.👍🏻

Bob
 
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