Guardians of The Lambsfoot!

Jack Black said:
Cool pic Kevin :thumbsup:

Seeming as it's Tuesday...

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'Special Release' Imperial IPA from the Mobberley Brewhouse in Cheshire. Overpriced and underwhelming
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Thanks,mate. It's a shame about the IPA but think of it as inspiration to continue the quest for the perfect ale. ;)
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Crazy Canuck said:
Good evening Guardians.

I've been an admirer of the HHB's since my return from my forum break. While I had missed them they were still really cool to see, and read about how much people enjoyed having them. A couple of weeks ago, while chatting with another Guardian, they let me know they had one if I wanted it. I was mildly flabbergasted as I didn't really think I'd have the opportunity to own one, and jumped at the chance.

Today the L'il Lambsfoot was in pocket, but when checking the mailbox after work, I discovered a very chilly package waiting for me.

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Very pleasantly surprised, and can see why these are liked so much. This is a special knife! The L'il one is going to be leaving the pocket for a bit to make room for this one, and I'm very much looking forward to getting to know each other :)
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Congrats, Mike. Watch out , the HHB has a way of laying sedge on the pocket. :D
 
Harvey I just LOVE your Photography my friend- what a delight to see!

I used to have a name for posting great photos with the great set up that I had at my old house- nowadays with time I walk outside throw the knives on the concrete at my feet and take the shot- take it or leave it!
lol- well ok not quite THAT rough! :eek: :D

flatbackcapo - love your old Companion in the background, a girl? and how old is she? This photo made me laugh - when the food comes out - so do out wee furry friends :) :thumbsup::thumbsup:
 
Shades of Rosewood. Just goes to show that Rosewood comes in various shades and colors.

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I posted earlier - last week I think - that the "Big-un" in the middle had a crack running right up the center of the cover; however, I gave it a closer look and a very light sanding and the apparent crack disappeared. It seems the crack was nothing more than a sliver.
 
Modoc ED said:
Shades of Rosewood. Just goes to show that Rosewood comes in various shades and colors.

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I posted earlier - last week I think - that the "Big-un" in the middle had a crack running right up the center of the cover; however, I gave it a closer look and a very light sanding and the apparent crack disappeared. It seems the crack was nothing more than a sliver.
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Great Post.:thumbsup: Really good example of the different qualities of any sort of wood. That is why many of us love wood. Also shows the advantage of being able to feel and look before purchase. Thanks for putting up this post.:thumbsup:
 
Cambertree said:
Cool scissors and Lambsfoot pair, Mark.:thumbsup:


Glad it arrived safe and sound, mate.:thumbsup::)

Texan author Robert Escobar also has an excellent Youtube channel, with some historical knife stuff, but unfortunately no Lambsfoot material.;)


LOL!:D No slingshots in that book, Dennis my friend! I thought Jack Black might want to read a bit about Blackjacks!:rolleyes::p:D

Coincidentally, I also received a most generous package today - from our friend in Leeds.:cool:

Jack most kindly helped me complete my range of different size A. Wright Lambsfoots, with a very fine ebony big ‘un. :):thumbsup:

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The card showing Pontefract Castle was very interesting, as I’d recently read the links Jack provided following his visit there. The mint cake was also fascinating, as I also recall an earlier discussion about it being commissioned for an Everest expedition.

The fridge magnet was also timely, as I saw a tip a while back on one thing a professional chef would recommend home cooks do, and that was make their own stocks.

So for the last few weeks I’ve been saving vegetable odd and ends in a freezer bag and making a soup stock every weekend. It is indeed a simple and excellent addition to home cooking, and a good opportunity to ply the Lambsfoot in the kitchen.

Ah but the ebony big ‘un is a very well made example - fits very well in the hand and it’s very thinly ground too - I miked it at between 0.013”-0.009” behind the edge. It should be an excellent slicer.

I did the usual A. Wright clean with some mineral oil soaked cotton wool on the end of a SAK toothpick in the pivot area, then flushed the knife out with oil a few times, to remove any ‘fash’ and brass shavings.

Then I thinned out and set a more acute edge on the Atoma 140 diamond plate, and progressed through the 400, 600 and 1200 plates, before finishing on the Venev 1200 and 2000, and the Spyderco Ultrafine ceramic benchstone.

I’m looking forward to putting this one to work in the kitchen and garden this spring and summer!

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Thanks very much, Jack, that’s most generous of you my friend.:):thumbsup:

And a pic with my standard size ebonies and my small ox horn Lambsfoot:

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(I also received another cool and interesting knife in the package which I’ll have to discuss elsewhere.;))
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Thanks, Chin. :thumbsup:
Your Ebony Big-un is very smart looking and great pics and post. Pleasantly surprised it is ground that thin BTE. Nice group shot there, too.:thumbsup:



Jack Black said:
I really enjoy cooking - which is just as well! :D Hope you're having a good day Mark, that's a great pic, it really shows off the Ironwood :cool: :thumbsup:



I'm not sure if he is just making a cameo appearance, or if the dastardly Skynet decided they needed an OAP (Old Age Pensioner) Terminator! :D :thumbsup:



Looks good Ben :) :thumbsup:
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Thanks, Jack. Same to you, my friend.:thumbsup:




Modoc ED said:
Shades of Rosewood. Just goes to show that Rosewood comes in various shades and colors.

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I posted earlier - last week I think - that the "Big-un" in the middle had a crack running right up the center of the cover; however, I gave it a closer look and a very light sanding and the apparent crack disappeared. It seems the crack was nothing more than a sliver.
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Nice group there, Ed. All the way from dark to light.




cigarrodog said:
Ron Half/Stop Half/Stop /Mark Ramrodmb Ramrodmb /Duncan Campbellclanman Campbellclanman - Thank you all for the kind words, Gentleman.
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:thumbsup: Always enjoy your photos, Harvey.:cool:
 
Lambsfoot helped me change out a nice vintage, solid brass lock set for a customer yesterday. It lasted about 60 years and it pains me to replace them with cheap, tinny current models that won't last a fraction as long.
Hope everyone has a great day. :thumbsup:
I'll be working outside for the next few days. (20 degrees F and intermittant snow):rolleyes:
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Modoc ED said:
Shades of Rosewood. Just goes to show that Rosewood comes in various shades and colors.

Dsgt59M.jpg


I posted earlier - last week I think - that the "Big-un" in the middle had a crack running right up the center of the cover; however, I gave it a closer look and a very light sanding and the apparent crack disappeared. It seems the crack was nothing more than a sliver.
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Great picture, Ed! It would be interesting to take a poll and see which one gets the most beauty votes. My pick is the second from the left. :D:thumbsup:
 
Ramrodmb said:
Lambsfoot helped me change out a nice vintage, solid brass lock set for a customer yesterday. It lasted about 60 years and it pains me to replace them with cheap, tinny current models that won't last a fraction as long.
Hope everyone has a great day. :thumbsup:
I'll be working outside for the next few days. (20 degrees F and intermittant snow):rolleyes:
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Maybe you can restore it.
 
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