Guardians of The Lambsfoot!

[smiling-knife]

George Butler & Co Sheffield with lambsfoot blade and buffalo horn scales.

 

[Jack Black]

George Butler & Co Sheffield with lambsfoot blade and buffalo horn scales.
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Very nice indeed sir, Butler always made a classy knife

Probably a dumb question, but I'll ask it anyways. Why the lambsfoot? Out of all the straight edged blade shapes, I understand its appeal the least. It doesn't have the elegant beauty of the wharncliffe, nor does it have the potential longevity of the sheepsfoot. Of course it might simply be a matter of taste, in which case I understand perfectly.

Have you ever used one Christian?

 

[Will Power]

Probably a dumb question, but I'll ask it anyways. Why the lambsfoot? Out of all the straight edged blade shapes, I understand its appeal the least. It doesn't have the elegant beauty of the wharncliffe, nor does it have the potential longevity of the sheepsfoot. Of course it might simply be a matter of taste, in which case I understand perfectly.

It's both tough and forgiving in use

 

[kamagong]

I have to admit I haven't Jack. The lambsfoot is a rare breed, I've never encountered one in the wild.

 

[Jack Black]

I have to admit I haven't Jack. The lambsfoot is a rare breed, I've never encountered one in the wild.

If you get the chance to try one Christian, I think it will answer your question Reading through this thread would be an alternative - fun, but not as much fun as using a Lambsfoot!

 

[kamagong]

Will do. If you ever decide to commission a second run of Guardians, in ebony perhaps (), sign me up.

 

[Jack Black]

Will do. If you ever decide to commission a second run of Guardians, in ebony perhaps (), sign me up.

I'll bear it in mind my friend, and keep you posted

My ebony Lambsfoot in use yesterday

 

[kamagong]

Actually Jack, I changed my mind. When you commission another run, make them with jigged bone covers. A Mallorian Guardian!

 

[screened porch]

Probably a dumb question, but I'll ask it anyways. Why the lambsfoot? Out of all the straight edged blade shapes, I understand its appeal the least. It doesn't have the elegant beauty of the wharncliffe, nor does it have the potential longevity of the sheepsfoot. Of course it might simply be a matter of taste, in which case I understand perfectly.

Stronger point than a wharncliffe, more penetrating (being able to reach into narrower areas) point than a sheepfoot, perhaps? I think it has better potential longevity than the wharnie.

 

[Campbellclanman]

Jack!!!!!!
Jack, I dont know what to say - dont know if I am allowed to say something here yet? But....WOW, I had no idea...pm incoming

 

[spycycle]

If you get the chance to try one Christian, I think it will answer your question Reading through this thread would be an alternative - fun, but not as much fun as using a Lambsfoot!

If I may: No matter what you read, nothing will compare to actually using one. The shape and angle of the blade, especially when mated with a sway back frame, makes for a knife that is far greater than the sum of its parts. Phenomenally useful, while overwhelmingly humble in appearance. I, too, hope to be more aware of my internet surroundings if and when the next round of special knives becomes a reality...

 

[Blake the Blade]

Not until you post a pic of your Senator! Good to have you back my friend

Here you go Jack, all present and correct I hope. I am, of course, willing to rise through the ranks or simply fall in amongst the rank and file. P.S. Thanks for providing me with the opportunity to play with my soldiers again.

Untitled by Blake Blade, on Flickr

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[5K Qs]

way classier than my burlap sack pictures

Jack, I lucked out and had an hour between classes/meetings/school visits on a sunny morning. There's a woodsy pond between the college president's house and the seminary on the southeast corner of campus, with an artificial "waterfall" (apparently shut down for winter already ) that recycles pond water over a rocky slope. That locale, including a rustic bench, is an ideal spot for outdoor knife photos!!

Gary, just a STUNNING and GENEROUS gift!!! Both Duncan and myself are recipients of Jack's generosity as well
... and the HORN!!! just WOW!!! some subtle, some comet like streaking across a night sky with an iridescent effect
Mark side.

Pile side.

I guess I forgot to snap a picture of mine with the blade open so a picture of Duncan's will have to do

The WONDERFUL sheath, a FANTASTIC job Dylan

I fired off a friend msg to Jack (markings) and told him pictures were delayed due to knee surgery but even the rehab pain couldn't keep me down enough to get out and snap pictures today.
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Congrats Paul (and Duncan)!! There seem to be no exceptions to the rule that these Guardian Lambsfoot knives are all different and all incredible; you guys got real beauties, and Dylan's sheaths are super high-class!! You're so right about Jack's (mrknife) generosity and about Jack's (Jack Black) vision, leadership, and organizational skills - the Guardians of the Lambsfoot couldn't ask for a better commander of the company!!

(Paul, I hope your knee rehab is fast and effective. I had knee surgery just over 6 years ago, and was amazed to be walking pain-free (and limp-free) after spending Labor Day weekend to recuperate (mine was just an arthroscopic meniscus job, though). I hope the results of your surgery are just as positive for you as mine were! )

Well done Jack, extremely generous my friend Well handled too I gifted a few myself, and one of those still has to land, but I'm sure it'll be OK, and we'll see it here soon



Great post GT Your Eye of the Tiger is an interesting feature, and unique I think Well done again to MrKnife, and I hope you enjoying carrying it GT
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+5K on mrknife's generosity and shenanigans!!
Thanks for your kind words, Jack; I need to do my usual new knife clean-up and conditioning this weekend to make it pocket-ready, but I've been carrying the "gift box" in my backpack all week so I can admire it!

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Sounds delicious, Jack. A close friend of mine, who happens to be of some Scottish descent, has endeavored to learn a good bit about British cuisine, including much about charcuterie. Every year he helps host a Robert Burns supper and amongst the fare is a favorite of mine, Cock-a-Leekie soup, my stomach is giving a good rumble as I think of it now. I am hosting a party tomorrow evening and he will be bringing some of his creations to share; haggis, bangers, neeps and taddies, and possible some Shepherd's Pie (a personal favorite). If I am not too busy playing host or simply just drinking, I will see if I can't get some good pictures of the Lambsfoot in action as I help prepare the meal.
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Paul and GT, wonderful to hear of your latest acquisitions! I am greatly looking forward to seeing more of your Lambsfoot knives in the not so distant future. Both are absolute beauties!

Had I been aware of Jack's intentions, I would have included some written material to go with your pocket slips. Regardless, if you have any trouble with them whatsoever, please do not hesitate to contact me, I will be certain to get you a new one made up and sent your way. I really hope you guys enjoy them and find them to be a fitting accessory to your fantastic knives.

Thanks for your congratulatory comments, Dylan, and thanks especially for crafting those exemplary pocket slips; mine is shown below!!

I share your enjoyment of Shepherd's Pie, going back nearly 50 years to my years as a college student. My classmates had little good to say about it when shepherd's pie showed up in the dorm dining halls, but I always thought it was great, even when prepared with left-over ground beef or some other "mystery meat". Coincidentally, this week my wife brought home some shepherd's pie from the retirement home where she works part-time as a bookkeeper. It's the first time I've had it made with lamb, which seems to me to be the obvious choice for the meat in shepherds' cuisine! IMHO, a gustatory delight!

Will do. If you ever decide to commission a second run of Guardians, in ebony perhaps (), sign me up.

Actually Jack, I changed my mind. When you commission another run, make them with jigged bone covers. A Mallorian Guardian!

Christian makes good suggestions that I'd support. But I think my favorite cover choice currently would be to have a ram's horn lambsfoot, and keep it all in the family!

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Cool lambsfoot senator, Blake!! After review, your troops meet with my approval as well!
Here's a shot of an A. Wright stag senator I won in a GAW several years ago (thanks, R.c.s.):

- GT

 

[gonebad395]

Ok I put this off for a bit but getting frustrated about it. Has anyone here been having a problem putting a edge on the guardian knives? I've been sharpening this knife on my sharp maker but can't seem to get a hair popping edge on it. I've sharpened a lot of knives on my sharp maker and haven't ever had this hard of a time. Anyone have any advice I could use it.

 

[r8shell]

Ok I put this off for a bit but getting frustrated about it. Has anyone here been having a problem putting a edge on the guardian knives? I've been sharpening this knife on my sharp maker but can't seem to get a hair popping edge on it. I've sharpened a lot of knives on my sharp maker and haven't ever had this hard of a time. Anyone have any advice I could use it.

I haven't had trouble getting a good edge on my Guardian knife, but I ran into some difficulty with my large A.Wright lambfoot in rosewood. After some frustration with forming stubborn burrs I'd get a reasonably sharp edge, cut one thing with it, and the edge would be gone. I figured the steel was too soft, and I confess I put it away for a while. After reading so many posts and seeing the lovely pictures in this thread, I was inspired to pull it out of the drawer and give it another try. After a few more cycles of use and sharpening, it now takes and holds an edge very well.

I wonder if sometimes when a knife is hand sharpened on a belt or grinding wheel, overheating can affect the tempering of the edge. After some more sharpening, you get down to the "good meat" of the steel. It's just a theory.

 

[paulhilborn]

I totally agree with you Rachael, Duncan and I have spoken about that very samething. I achieved maximum sharpness on mine the day I rec'd it. Now, my system consists of a Ken Onion worksharp. The visual you get with a worksharp is the shower or sometimes the lack of sparks. Sparks seem to coincide with good carbon in my experience and my spark show was excellent.
I call this picture "Lamb at Sunset"

Thank you again Jack (mrknife)

 

[mrknife]

I totally agree with you Rachael, Duncan and I have spoken about that very samething. I achieved maximum sharpness on mine the day I rec'd it. Now, my system consists of a Ken Onion worksharp. The visual you get with a worksharp is the shower or sometimes the lack of sparks. Sparks seem to coincide with good carbon in my experience and my spark show was excellent.
I call this picture "Lamb at Sunset"

Thank you again Jack (mrknife)

you are most welcome Paul, Im here to say mine is in the display case!!!

 

[gonebad395]

I haven't had trouble getting a good edge on my Guardian knife, but I ran into some difficulty with my large A.Wright lambfoot in rosewood. After some frustration with forming stubborn burrs I'd get a reasonably sharp edge, cut one thing with it, and the edge would be gone. I figured the steel was too soft, and I confess I put it away for a while. After reading so many posts and seeing the lovely pictures in this thread, I was inspired to pull it out of the drawer and give it another try. After a few more cycles of use and sharpening, it now takes and holds an edge very well.

I wonder if sometimes when a knife is hand sharpened on a belt or grinding wheel, overheating can affect the tempering of the edge. After some more sharpening, you get down to the "good meat" of the steel. It's just a theory.

Thanks I'll run it a bit more over my sharp maker hopefully it works.

 

[r8shell]

Thanks I'll run it a bit more over my sharp maker hopefully it works.

You most likely already know this, but it helps to mark the edge with a felt-tip marker to see if you are actually hitting the apex, or just the shoulder. My biggest problem with sharpening is simply impatience, and I have to remind myself to relax and take my time, and make sure I'm hitting the angle on the entire edge before switching sides.

 

[gonebad395]

What degree do you sharpen yours at or do you free hand?