Guardians of The Lambsfoot!

Johnnythefox said:
how do you find the pull on the main blade,I ask because my hands are damaged and I struggle with some pulls.
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It's a subjective thing, but some knives obviously have lighter pulls than others. Manufacturers and dealers don't usually give that information, but other members here may be able to advise based on recent experience. Most Sheffield knives have fairly stiff pulls, which suits me, but obviously won't suit you. The larger Lambsfoot models, which some of us here, refer to as a 'Big 'Un' are usually a little easier to open, in part simply because of the longer blade. A Candle-end (straight) frame will also give a greater pinchable area than a Swayback frame, because the blade sits higher. If you really struggle to open blades, Lambsfoot blades can be found on Sheldon Knives, which allow the blade to be opened with one hand, but are a friction folder.
 
Johnnythefox said:
I can see it looks like the nail nick is hidden by the pen blade?
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Sorry, I think I misunderstood the question! The nick is fine on that one, but it's an older TEW, and the pull is stouter than the more recent ones I've tried. Their pulls can vary though, since their knives come from a range of manufacturers.
 
Jack Black said:
It's a subjective thing, but some knives obviously have lighter pulls than others. Manufacturers and dealers don't usually give that information, but other members here may be able to advise based on recent experience. Most Sheffield knives have fairly stiff pulls, which suits me, but obviously won't suit you. The larger Lambsfoot models, which some of us here, refer to as a 'Big 'Un' are usually a little easier to open, in part simply because of the longer blade. A Candle-end (straight) frame will also give a greater pinchable area than a Swayback frame, because the blade sits higher. If you really struggle to open blades, Lambsfoot blades can be found on Sheldon Knives, which allow the blade to be opened with one hand, but are a friction folder.
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I meant that exact model in the photo as I have found the exact same one described as an 8/10 pull, I think it would be to much for me.

Its a gorgeous knife nearly NOS.

I much prefer real shops but its not possible with these.
 
Johnnythefox said:
I meant that exact model in the photo as I have found the exact same one described as an 8/10 pull, I think it would be to much for me.

Its a gorgeous knife nearly NOS.

I much prefer real shops but its not possible with these.
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Yes, I worked that out in the end! :D That's an old one, I have a few from the same period, and the pull varies. I'd say a 6 or 7 for that one, but it's subjective, and I like a stiff pull. TEW only sell stainless-bladed knives now. Thanks. I guess most folks do, and with most contemporary Sheffield knives, the fit and finish varies so much, that there's a huge advantage to buying them over the counter. Are there any antique shops near where you live, Lambsfoot knives are very common in England, and you may get lucky? :thumbsup:
 
Johnnythefox said:
how do you find the pull on the main blade,I ask because my hands are damaged and I struggle with some pulls.
I can see it looks like the nail nick is hidden by the pen blade?
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I got a new Wright that had the main nick covered by the pen blade. I finally got the main nick uncovered, but the pen was un-openably stiff, so I ended up deleting the pen after much useless fiddling. [just occurred to me to wonder if this sense of fiddling is related to fettling]

If you get a single-blader, you can grind an easy-open notch with a dremel or a round file.
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scrteened porch said:
I got a new Wright that had the main nick covered by the pen blade. I finally got the main nick uncovered, but the pen was un-openably stiff, so I ended up deleting the pen after much useless fiddling. [just occurred to me to wonder if this sense of fiddling is related to fettling]

If you get a single-blader, you can grind an easy-open notch with a dremel or a round file.
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I don''t think they check them at all Jer (though having said that, the first GEC I bought had the same issue) :thumbsdown: The pull on the Pen blades usually seems to be stiffer than on the main blade, or perhaps it is just that there is less leverage to open it. I don't like anything about those two-blade models of Wright's, the large Pen is ugly in my opinion, they're a sod to open, they add bulk, weight, and are unnecessary with a Lambsfoot I think. They make more sense with a larger Lambsfoot blade, and the Pen blades on older models are usually slim and graceful, rather than fat, and more like a miniature Spear. Wright's Pen stamp actually came from another pattern, and it's the only Pen stamp they have :rolleyes:

While I think EO notches look OK on some patterns, (though they are often unnecessary), they are not something traditionally seen on the Lambsfoot pattern, and rather spoil the lines of it I believe. I would only grind one as an absolute last resort after exhausting all the other possibilities to lighten the pull, which I think is a better solution :thumbsup:
JohnDF said:
Good Morning Guardians
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Good morning John, nice Lambsfoot! :) ;) :thumbsup:
 
flatblackcapo said:
Thanks mates. I try to at least pop in most days, I just haven't been posting much as I have been carrying Jake ( the rosewood HHB ) 99.9 % of the time.
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Nothing wrong with that buddy, we all have our favourites :) ;) :thumbsup:
 
Jack Black said:
I don''t think they check them at all Jer (though having said that, the first GEC I bought had the same issue) :thumbsdown: The pull on the Pen blades usually seems to be stiffer than on the main blade, or perhaps it is just that there is less leverage to open it. I don't like anything about those two-blade models of Wright's, the large Pen is ugly in my opinion, they're a sod to open, they add bulk, weight, and are unnecessary with a Lambsfoot I think. They make more sense with a larger Lambsfoot blade, and the Pen blades on older models are usually slim and graceful, rather than fat, and more like a miniature Spear. Wright's Pen stamp actually came from another pattern, and it's the only Pen stamp they have :rolleyes:

While I think EO notches look OK on some patterns, (though they are often unnecessary), they are not something traditionally seen on the Lambsfoot pattern, and rather spoil the lines of it I believe. I would only grind one as an absolute last resort after exhausting all the other possibilities to lighten the pull, which I think is a better solution :thumbsup:

Good morning John, nice Lambsfoot! :) ;) :thumbsup:
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OK I have taken it all in and bought a vintage taylors eye single blade which looks like it may be pinchable.

Its also in a straight line (handle and blade) I don't like big angles or worn blades that are proud.

There is a bit out of the scales near a pin at the back so I will search to see if there is something I can buy to fill in the gap.

What you said about 2 blades makes sense,everything you said does.

Thanks for all the input from everyone.

Jack if you want a link to the NOS TEW just send me a message.
 
Johnnythefox said:
OK I have taken it all in and bought a vintage taylors eye single blade which looks like it may be pinchable.

Its also in a straight line (handle and blade) I don't like big angles or worn blades that are proud.

There is a bit out of the scales near a pin at the back so I will search to see if there is something I can buy to fill in the gap.

What you said about 2 blades makes sense,everything you said does.

Thanks for all the input from everyone.

Jack if you want a link to the NOS TEW just send me a message.
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I'm sure everyone would like to see your new Lambfoot. Maybe when it arrives, you could post a few photos. I imagine that the covers are Bexoid, or a similar plastic material. They can be repaired with coloured epoxy, which you can either make up yourself, or buy. One product, Milliput, is available in black. I have some, but haven't actually used it yet :thumbsup:
 
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