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It brings back some good ole memories Gary!Glad you liked it, Ron.That's from one of my favorite live albums, but I hadn't listened to it in ages until very recently.


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It brings back some good ole memories Gary!Glad you liked it, Ron.That's from one of my favorite live albums, but I hadn't listened to it in ages until very recently.
Thanks mate, yes it was an enjoyable walk for sure, along an old rail trail in the Yarra Valley which used to transport produce from farms into the markets in Melbourne. Oh yeah, it’s the dead of winter, my friend.Great to see you out enjoying a pint ChinI hope you a nice walk too, fantastic pics, isn't it winter there
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Cheers Jack. I’m sorry to hear about that, what a shame. I always enjoy strolling around the bustling markets in different countries, soaking up the sights and sounds and tastes. Thanks for the reminiscences of the Sheffield markets, my friend. Those cockles sound very tasty. Collecting cockles is a popular family pastime on some beaches here, too.Smashing pics from the market ChinSheffield used to have a huge meat and fish market, which was a great place to shop. When I was boy, the mid-shopping treat would be a small plate of cockles, with vinegar, eaten standing up, at one of the many seafood stalls. Later, I had my first oyster there
I don't think seafood is as popular here today. Leeds market traditionally had a 'Fish Row' and a 'Butchers Row', but now there are only a few fishmongers, and the butchers had to move from their historic spot several years ago now, supposedly because the stalls were going to be renovated. Many couldn't find an alternative spot, or had simply had enough, and called it a day. Having left the row empty for the past few years, the city council sold it off to property developers to turn into a swanky hotel. Here's how it has looked for several years now, with every business closed
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How’s it going Meako? No mate, I can safely say, that although I use my Lambsfoot for all sorts of things, I’d not really want to shuck with a slipjoint. I just sort of loosen the oyster in the half shell a little with my knife, so it slides off like so:
Thanks John. Yeah, new breweries are popping up like mushrooms at the moment, or at least they were before the pandemic. I’m not normally much of a lager drinker, but I liked that version of the dark Czech Kozel style.Congratulations. Hope it was worth the wait.![]()
Some tasty looking snacks there Chin. Healthy too. Your Lambfoot knife was put to good use
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Thanks for the kind words, Chin, and for the Tree Fern info!Any idea what the "machine" is that Henry and Hector are standing next to in the bottom pic??
Many thanks Chin. A stirling post with great images. Hope your current next phased opening is successful.
Thanks very much Harvey. Yes this market discussion made me recollect how the Victoria Market was slated for a similar demolition job by property developers in the 1970s, as were many other buildings and sites which now make up part of the essential character of Sydney and Melbourne and other Australian cities. Local residents action groups, after exhausting their objections to wanton demolitions through politicians who were often in the pockets of the developers, would appeal to the Builder’s Labourers Federation, which would take a vote of their membership and subsequently simply refuse to work on jobs which were not in the public interest. The ‘Green Bans’ were largely responsible for Melbourne being the ‘liveable’ city which it is today.Thank you Jack. A shame that decision makers are ignorant of the full value of preserving local treasures. Every one loses.
Hey Dylan, it’s good to hear you’re keeping busy, my friend. I like all your photos, but this one has a whimsy which makes it particularly appealing. That WCLF looks great with that patina. Such a great looking knife.Good day, Guardians.
Many apologies for my extended absence - I haven't had a lot of time to spend on the forums the last couple of weeks. Lots of stuff going on these days - from bird watching, to gardening, to house upkeep, to puppy care - I am keeping myself pretty well occupied. I always have a Lambsfoot regardless.
I hope you all are keeping well.
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Thanks for all the fascinating photos, Chin!
The "red" Czech beer and lambsfoot are a pretty pair!
I hope the Australian "opening" goes well; there seem to be some setbacks in the US.![]()
Here we are mate, it's surrounded by other trees, so I could only photograph it from directly beneath unfortunately. It's about 15ft high
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Just having some ginger biscuits with my morning coffee![]()
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Almost lost this one in the dish.
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That's a beautiful Ebony big'un Jack!![]()
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Good Friday to y'all!I'm carrying a special one this morning. It's Coal Black Ebony! Thanks Jack!
I hope your back is doing better these days!
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Thanks for clearing up my misconception about the location of that abandoned Butchers' Row, Jack.
The bus music experiment was an interesting story. I'm glad we have nothing like that here, and that bus riders are required to use headphones/earbuds/etc to listen to their audio devices.
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Happy Friday, Guardians!
Thanks mate, yes it was an enjoyable walk for sure, along an old rail trail in the Yarra Valley which used to transport produce from farms into the markets in Melbourne. Oh yeah, it’s the dead of winter, my friend.Would you like to hear us complaining about the ‘cold’? LOL, I didn’t think so!
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Cheers Jack. I’m sorry to hear about that, what a shame. I always enjoy strolling around a bustling market in different countries, soaking up the sights and sounds. Thanks for the reminiscences of the Sheffield markets, my friend. Those cockles sound very tasty. Collecting cockles is a popular family pastime on some beaches here, too.
You reminded me of the St Georges Market in Belfast which had a great seafood section, and some similar stand up benches where you could hit up fresh oysters on the spot for a quid each. I used to go there to get rid of all my loose coins. Funnily enough I remember having a conversation with some people with English accents who were curiously watching me eating them straight off the shell, as if they’d never seen it done before. I offered them some to try, but their curiosity didn’t extend that far!
Thanks very much Harvey. Yes this market discussion made me recollect how the Victoria Market was slated for a similar demolition job by property developers in the 1970s, as were many other buildings and sites which now make up part of the essential character of Sydney and Melbourne and other Australian cities. Local residents action groups would appeal to the Builder’s Labourers Federation, which would take a vote of their membership and subsequently simply refuse to work on jobs which were not in the public interest. The ‘Green Bans’ were largely responsible for Melbourne being the ‘liveable’ city which it is today.
Here’s a wee nod to your excellent ‘Coffee and Lambsfoot’ pics which was also taken at the Vic Market:
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Thanks GT. Oh no, after your last few posts, I now have an indelible image of you wearing your signature bandit style crossed bandoliers loaded down with Lambsfoot knives, and a colander - or is that a sieve - on your head!![]()
When I went to the Guinness brewery at St James gate in Dublin, they were very insistent that Guinness is also ruby red in colour. And it is, but it needs a pretty strong light to show it. I don’t know why, but I like to shine a flashlight/torch through my beer sometimes to enjoy the colour, particularly with darker styles.
Thanks Jack, that’s a handsome palm. I’ve seen similar ones up in Queensland, although I don’t know if they’re the same. Must be a pretty hardy plant to survive those northern winters.
That’s another nice ‘Coffee and Lambsfoot’ pic, my friend.
Prepping some condiments for a garden vegetable soup earlier this year with Ol’ Ironsides:
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I simply must try a pork pie, some day.
Me too!!!![]()
Oh they're good, if you can get hold of one.
This one had a bit of Branston pickle in it. Very tasty.
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I carry a Lambsfoot because it broadens my taste horizons.
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Hi Chin - I have to agree with you regarding the cap lifter/screwdriver blade. I love the pen blade and all but I have found that I now prefer the cap lifter/screwdriver . Must be a trend with us knifeys. However, I have to be cautious using the screwdriver as a pry-bar - I tend to break the knife because...you know, at times I'm too rough.Happy Friday, Guardians!
Thanks mate, yes it was an enjoyable walk for sure, along an old rail trail in the Yarra Valley which used to transport produce from farms into the markets in Melbourne. Oh yeah, it’s the dead of winter, my friend.Would you like to hear us complaining about the ‘cold’? LOL, I didn’t think so!
Cheers Jack. I’m sorry to hear about that, what a shame. I always enjoy strolling around the bustling markets in different countries, soaking up the sights and sounds and tastes. Thanks for the reminiscences of the Sheffield markets, my friend. Those cockles sound very tasty. Collecting cockles is a popular family pastime on some beaches here, too.
You reminded me of the St Georges Market in Belfast which had a great seafood section, and some similar stand up benches where you could hit up fresh oysters on the spot for a quid each. I used to go there to get rid of all my loose coins. Funnily enough I remember having a conversation with some people with English accents who were curiously watching me eating them straight off the shell, as if they’d never seen it done before. I offered them some to try, but their curiosity didn’t extend that far!
How’s it going Meako? No mate, I can safely say, that although I use my Lambsfoot for all sorts of things, I’d not really want to shuck with a slipjoint. I just sort of loosen the oyster in the half shell a little with my knife, so it slides off like so:
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Thanks John. Yeah, new breweries are popping up like mushrooms at the moment, or at least they were before the pandemic. I’m not normally much of a lager drinker, but I liked that version of the dark Czech Kozel style.
Thanks Bill. Yes, the times when I swap out my Lambsfoot knife or augment it with another slipjoint, it’s usually for a Crownlifter or SAK. I think the bottle opener/flathead screwdriver/light pry tool blade is certainly just as useful a secondary blade today, as the pen blade was in days gone by.
My pleasure, GT. I’m not sure, but if you mean the saplings all tied together I’d guess it’s the beginnings of a rudimentary paling fence, possibly to protect their vegetable or berry plantings. The wallabies and possums in this area would make short work of any seedlings overnight. In fact it’s one of the reasons why I favour chilli plants in the garden! I should add that given the timeframe that this area was settled (1890s onwards) I wouldn’t be surprised if some of the pioneer characters in those old photos had Lambsfoot knives in their pockets.
Thanks very much Harvey. Yes this market discussion made me recollect how the Victoria Market was slated for a similar demolition job by property developers in the 1970s, as were many other buildings and sites which now make up part of the essential character of Sydney and Melbourne and other Australian cities. Local residents action groups, after exhausting their objections to wanton demolitions through politicians who were often in the pockets of the developers, would appeal to the Builder’s Labourers Federation, which would take a vote of their membership and subsequently simply refuse to work on jobs which were not in the public interest. The ‘Green Bans’ were largely responsible for Melbourne being the ‘liveable’ city which it is today.
Hey Dylan, it’s good to hear you’re keeping busy, my friend. I like all your photos, but this one has a whimsy which makes it particularly appealing. That WCLF looks great with that patina. Such a great looking knife.
Here’s a wee nod to your excellent ‘Coffee and Lambsfoot’ pics which was also taken at the Vic Market:
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Thanks GT. Oh no, after your last few posts, I now have an indelible image of you wearing your signature bandit style crossed bandoliers loaded down with Lambsfoot knives, and a colander - or is that a sieve - on your head!
When I went to the Guinness brewery at St James gate in Dublin, they were very insistent that Guinness is also ruby red in colour. And it is, but it needs a pretty strong light to show it. I don’t know why, but I like to shine a flashlight/torch through my beer sometimes to enjoy the colour, particularly with darker styles.
Thanks Jack, that’s a handsome palm. I’ve seen similar ones up in Queensland, although I don’t know if they’re the same. Must be a pretty hardy plant to survive those northern winters.
That’s another nice ‘Coffee and Lambsfoot’ pic, my friend.
Prepping some condiments for a garden vegetable soup earlier this year with Ol’ Ironsides:
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You don't see many pork pies in North Carolina! Nor Lambfoot knives - I get comments/questions all the time when I have mine out and about.Oh they're good, if you can get hold of one.
This one had a bit of Branston pickle in it. Very tasty.
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I carry a Lambsfoot because it broadens my taste horizons.
How 'bout you?![]()
Very nice snakewood covers!New A. Wright arrival from across the pond this week!
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I haven't watched the series, but one of my favorite movies ever.
Very nice, congratulations.
All good things come to an end.it's never going to end.It sucks.
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New A. Wright arrival from across the pond this week!
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You don't see many pork pies in North Carolina! Nor Lambfoot knives - I get comments/questions all the time when I have mine out and about.
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It's black, it's morning, it's wound care day,it's never going to end.
It sucks.
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I haven't watched the series, but one of my favorite movies ever.
Very nice, congratulations.
All good things come to an end.![]()
Thanks Jack!That's some really nice ebony RobThanks pal, it's OK, for now, but when things open upon again I'm going to be shelling out for a chiropractor
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Keep the faith, Ed! We're rooting for you!It's black, it's morning, it's wound care day,it's never going to end.
It sucks.
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Thank you Jack.Thank you Harvey, great photo of your beautiful Joseph Rodgers![]()
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Cheers! Good news. I just read(Yorkshire Evening Post) that:One of my beers from last night![]()
I don’t recall an IKEA Cookie, GT. That was too many cookies ago.Speaking of cookies, did you once post a photo that included a cookie from Ikea?
Thank you GT.Wonderful photo of your fancy senator with the clockwork cufflinks!![]()
Super B&W Valley Jack images, Bud.Here's Valley Jack celebrating Black (and White) Friday:
So many good childhood memories of the place,Yes this market discussion made me recollect
The way it should be.The ‘Green Bans’ were largely responsible for Melbourne being the ‘liveable’ city which it is today.
Great image, Chin.Prepping some condiments for a garden vegetable soup earlier this year with Ol’ Ironsides:
Working on it.Oh they're good, if you can get hold of one.![]()
May things go as smoothly as possible, Ed.It's black, it's morning, it's wound care day,it's never going to end.
It sucks.
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Excellent looking “Sammich. So much so, that I had to stop myself from pressing down the bun top.Sausage Sammich before I head out...
Congratulations, I’m glad you’re the one that got this one Harvey.Good Afternoon Guardians.
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Thanks Ron. It was an odd duck. I couldn’t resist.Congratulations, I’m glad you’re the one that got this one Harvey.Now I get to see it without having to pay for it!
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Jack, Mostly they want to know how and why I came to like the lambfoot knife. For me, it was about this forum and the good people who join in and share their experiences. Then, after having a lambfoot, the usefulness and elegant design plus the long history associated with it.Nice SnakewoodWelcome to the Guardians
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I guess not Bill!That's interesting though, what do folks make of it?
Good luck Ed, I hope it comes to an end soon for you my friend![]()
Mine too John, and I loved the book (of course)I remember a friend lending it to me after we had been to the pub. When I got home, I put some jazz on, and sat down to read it. I was utterly engrossed, finishing it at 8.00am the following day
I saw somewhere, you can watch the series for free this weekend
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Made one for me and one for my boy.What a great start to the day![]()
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Thank you, RonA bunch of beautiful Ebony on display today gentlemen!
Thanks, it was an excellent sammich.Excellent looking “Sammich.
That's pretty cool looking, Harvey.