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I am, and wishing you the same, John. Of course I didn’t toss it.I've thrown a few away myself rather than trying to sell them.
Hope you're having a great weekend, Harvey.
I get what you’re both saying, though....the “Made in Sheffield” stamp. And I mean the “Old School” type. I love the structure of the blade. Very difficult to design properly, or so it would seem by the number of failures by various makers.
Jack Black
efforts to preserve its’ heritage. A well crafted Lamb Foot is a thing of Joy.
Thank you Ron, A fine looking Sambar haft.Right now I’m relaxing enjoying a nice wee sambar lambsfoot.
Well played, Greg.Speaking of old school type....
Thanks for (hopefully) starting another interesting discussion Greg. The nose of the Lambsfoot blade is certainly one of its most distinctive and unique features, and I agree with everything you say. It's strange, in a way, that there are Lambsfoot blades with a rounded nose, and others with a more angular nose. Of the two, I personally prefer the angular nose, both aesthetically, and practically. For me, possibly the thing that fascinates me most about the Lambsfoot blade is the non-parallel edge and spine, possibly because I don't really understand how that subtle feature improves the blade so much. I definitely prefer the spine to slope downwards, rather than the blade sloping upwards, but I dislike the cant one sees on badly-made examples. So for me, a Lambsfoot wouldn't be a Lambsfoot without its non-parallel edge and spine
Again, without wishing to offend anyone, I'm inclined to agree with you John. I know that we've joked in the past that one day, with enough sharpening, all Sheepsfoot blades will eventually become Lambsfoot blades. I don't think they'll actually become Lambsfoot knives though, even if the form of the knife is the same as for a Lambsfoot. I have a nice old IXL, which has been sharpened enough that the spine and blade are no longer parallel. However, for me, it will always be a well-used Sheepsfoot, rather than a Lambsfoot, which is why I don't post it here. Every Lambsfoot, through sharpening, may eventually become a punch, but it'll still be a Lambsfoot, in my opinion
...the “Made in Sheffield” stamp. And I mean the “Old School” type. I love the structure of the blade. Very difficult to design properly, or so it would seem by the number of failures by various makers.
As the the numbers of true great Sheffield cutlers dwindle to practically nothing, there may be time. where the Lambfoot disappears. We are all the benefactors of
Nice rosewood (I think), John!
Well, I just read on another thread thatHenry Beige does not have a lambsfoot yet so I would like to nominate him.
I don't go out of the Guardians thread much this days because I am a fanatical cult member LOL, so I don't know Henry or why I would nominate him ..... except that he finds the lambsfoot appealing and he missed the feeding frenzy
(I hope it qualifies as an entry, if not, perhaps another Guardian can help and give a reason as to why he should have one).
Excellent nomination, Dan; I saw...
If you want to enter GT, I'll be happy to give JJ a second shot
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Nice pic of your Man Jack Gary
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Henry Beige
's post, too!
Henry Beige
as well. I've often thought that he and I have similar knife tastes and budgets, so I think he might be as pleased with a lambsfoot as I have been! 
Great to see you here again, Chin, and to see some of your fine photos of your laudable lambsfoot knives!Hello Guardians!
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I’m also humbled and grateful for your kind words, concern and friendship - it’s a rare thing to have a corner of the ‘net marked by such graciousness, generosity and genuine care and cameraderie for our fellow enthusiasts.
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Jack, some time ago you asked about some of my sharpening gear, so I’ve included a bit of kit for an upcoming sharpening project in this pic with three of my most treasured Lambsfoot knives.
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I had the little ox horn Lamb with me today.
Nice historical photo, FBC, and the 2-tone horn is one of my favorites among your lambsfoot knives!...
A shot of Betty from Saturday.
Handsome horn, José!
Congrats on your new acquisition, Harvey!
THAT is what I call a lambsfoot "power couple", Barrett!...
(Recycled photo.)
Your stag lambsfoot is first-class, Rachel!...
Of course, I'd only heard of Jammie Dodgers because of Doctor Who.
I hope everyone has had a good Monday and grand evening.
Superior photography, Dylan, and outstanding knives!!...
I think I will join you in carrying a bit of Ironwood today - switch it up a little. This time, I'll show off the pile side - markedly different, yet striking.
That Barlow is looking good, José!
Are the bolsters carbon steel? Looks like you're getting some grand bolster patina! Phenomenal pic of your preeminent stag HHB, David!...
Today, just 'cos I fancy a change.
Superb photo of Old Toffeewings!...
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That knife is a champ, ED!Another morning and on the way to Wound Care again todaybut I'm not carrying a Lambfoot with me. However, I've assigned this "Lil-un" with Pere David Stag and upswept handle desk duty.
Thanks for the stats, Les!
Thanks for the vocal input, Rachel.
I think when I was growing up, our "flour sifter" was more specialized in the sense that it had the general shape of one of these wire mesh "cones" with handle, but it had a "mechanism". I recall that there were 2 or 3 "blades" that fit along the mesh, attached to some gears, and the user could squeeze the handle to make the blades rotate back and forth to help "shake" the flour through the mesh.Belated Happy Birthday to June, Taylor!
Thanks, Ron; Man Jack appreciates the exclamation!...
Chili dogs!
Thanks for the info and compliment, Harvey.Thank you GT. Angle and perspective might exaggerate the perceived sizes of the two, but that perception isn’t far off.
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Maybe it's just my imagination, but Sköll's eye seems to be gleaming more brightly than usual at the prospect of a HOT day!!Good Morning Guardians
It's supposed to be 104 degrees today, That's Skoll weather.
As we head into the 100+ degree season, I'm jealous.It's not a particularly good morning or a particularly bad morning here in Northeast California but I'll tell you guys and gals one thing - it's snowing !!!!!
Thank you, Gary!Your stag lambsfoot is first-class, Rachel!
It's possible that everyone in our house was confused as to the right words for these things. We did have a "flour sifter" with a handle on the side that you turned to move a couple of wire "blades".Thanks for the vocal input, Rachel.
But if you couldn't find it, you could use a sieve by tapping against your palm to sift the flour. 
Very well stated Harvey! I wholeheartedly agree!...the “Made in Sheffield” stamp. And I mean the “Old School” type. I love the structure of the blade. Very difficult to design properly, or so it would seem by the number of failures by various makers.
As the the numbers of true great Sheffield cutlers dwindle to practically nothing, there may be time. where the Lambfoot disappears. We are all the benefactors of
Thanks Harvey!
@donn David I stumbled upon a fellow who lives near Sheffield who has this group in his possession, unfortunately I've not been successful prying a few out of his handsbut I will continue to stay in touch in case he changes his mind
It's not a particularly good morning or a particularly bad morning here in Northeast California but I'll tell you guys and gals one thing - it's snowing !!!!!
, please tell me this is not true !
Congrats on your new acquisition, Harvey!
Thank you GT. You are correct. The pile side is thicker.
Thank you Ron.Very well stated Harvey! I wholeheartedly agree!
