Guardians of The Lambsfoot!

[Jack Black]

Thank you, Jack. I sent an email to Frank Trzaska to see if I he knows the history of the knife in the US Navy.

Keep us posted Jake

Back after a couple of weeks ending in Titusville, I am just catching up.
Glad you like that Lambfoot, Jack! Your pics make it look great!

Looked like you had a great time Charlie. It's a great knife Charlie, thanks again my friend

 

[supratentorial]

Thank you, guys. Frank did a nice job clearing everything up! :thumbup:

You have done your homework on the tang marking, well done. The US Navy marking was made with an engraving machine most likely not by the maker but later by the owner himself or more likely a retailer where the knife was purchased. It could have been a sailor on leave or visiting and aimed at that marked. As you note the lack of the England mark means it was not intended for a US market so sold retail some where else.

Cool knife, thanks for sharing it.

 

[Jack Black]

That's an interesting story Jake, thanks for posting it here :thumbup: I imagine it was originally purchased here in England, Every market used to have a few guys doing engraving, as well as numerous shops on the High Street. Less common these days for some reason

 

[Jack Black]

Here's my own latest addition, another beautifully-made Lambsfoot from Arthur Wright & Son. The walnut covers are very comfortable in-hand, and it has a hand-worked backspring, and file-work on the spine of the blade. The knife was generously gifted to me by Bonzodog. Thank you my friend

 

[Campbellclanman]

:thumbup::thumbup: NICE!!!!!

 

[Jack Black]

Thanks pal, was great talking to you last night

 

[waynorth]

I sent an email to Frank Trzaska to see if I he knows the history of the knife in the US Navy.

Nice knife, Jake! We are lucky to have Frank Trzaska, who is such a great researcher of military knives!

 

[waynorth]

That's almost an exhibition grade Lambsfoot, Jack - very cool!
Nice gift, Bonzodog!

 

[Campbellclanman]

Charlie - Im enjoying see you have earned your "Patch" - mind you I have been extremely busy - but just noticed your Honourary Guardian of the Lambsfoot Signature.

Now wait for it- Charlie - you are going to tell me that you have had that there for the last year lol -
Watch out guys - Jack the lad's Gang is growing!

 

[Jack Black]

That's almost an exhibition grade Lambsfoot, Jack - very cool!

Thank you very much Charlie

Watch out guys - Jack the lad's Gang is growing!

The Force of the Lambsfoot is unstoppable!

 

[supratentorial]

Nice lambsfoot, Jack !

Nice knife, Jake! We are lucky to have Frank Trzaska, who is such a great researcher of military knives!

He's a very knowledgeable fellow and a good guy :thumbup:

 

[Jack Black]

Nice lambsfoot, Jack !

Thanks a lot Jake

I've had my Arthur Wright in Buffalo with me today, while out walking the hills of the English Peak District - still inside the boundary of Sheffield (and South Yorkshire) here

 

[supratentorial]

I had multiple windows open and posted in the wrong one. But that's a nice AW, Jack! Will post some photos when mine arrives.

 

[Jack Black]

Thanks Jake, look forward to seeing your knife

 

[supratentorial]

I received the knife today... but my camera battery needs recharging. It's a big 'un! I didn't realize a two blade would be so large but they definitely didn't skimp on materials. Some big slabs of bone give the knife some bulk. Blades look unused with the factory edge. Will post up some photos later.

edit:
A couple of quick scans...

 

[supratentorial]

A few taken with camera for better color...

 

[waynorth]

Nice Beefy Lamb, Jake! A Beauty!

Looks in great shape, with a cool filler spring!!:thumbup:

 

[rishma]

I'll start by admitting I didn't read every post in this thread or the linked thread. I read a bunch and admired all the pics! Hopefully you will forgive the question if it's already been addressed ......

I am a sheepsfoot lover for sure. I love wharncliffe too. i nearly always carry a straight edge. The lambsfoot looks to me like a refinement of the sheepsfoot, with a gentle taper to the blade. Is there a reason for the difference? A perceived advantage to the blade shape? Or just a regional variation?

I must admit I am taken with it. I must find one.

Thanks in advance for the education.

 

[supratentorial]

Thank you, Charlie

rishma, Maybe Jack knows the reason. They are very similar but one possible benefit might be that....with the blade parallel to a cutting surface, the handle is slightly angled up so that your hand is in a more natural position and there's more room between the cutting surface and your hand. I don't know that's the reason but it seems like the largest difference between the two imho. I like both.

 

[Jack Black]

Really nice Jake, congratulations