Thanks a lot mate
This will be kind of a long post, but hopefully thought provoking. I have four lambsfoot knives and was considering what the strengths and weaknesses of each one was. I decided to take some measurements and see if I could determine why I liked certain characteristics of each. Here are the measurements followed by some comments.
The Players:
Beni
Gator
RALF
Gidge
Beni is a large lambsfoot, nearly 4" closed and a blade of over 3" from the bolster. My perfect lamb would be a little smaller, and with more taper.
Gator has a long, slender lambsfoot of about the right length, but I would prefer more width and less taper.
My boy RALF was my gateway into the lambsfoot world and a superb example, but ideally would have been slightly longer with more taper.
Gidge, my Albers lamb, is simply gorgeous, but in a perfect world (for me) would be a little longer and with slightly less taper.
Especially those of you with custom lambs, if you feel so inclined, submit the same measurements of your knives as I have posted above, along with commentary on what your likes and dislikes are. This whole excersize is strictly about the blades, not the frames or handles.
Thanks for a very thought-provoking post Jeff, it's extremely interesting to read your thoughts and opinions on the Lambsfoot blades. Even the older Sheffield models do vary, and I definitely prefer some over others. Looking forward to contributing to this discussion, and to hear what everyone else has to say
One of the best Lambsfoot examples for me was/is the GEC Charlie Campagna Lambsfoot released in 2019. Taking the taper and everything else about the blade geometrics out of the equation, it has what is the most important aspects about a blade as far as i'm concerned. It's sharp, fantastic slicer and keeps it's edge. Only had to take mine back to the stone once in 4 years now. Just a strop keeps it in working condition. If i used it everyday would be different i admit that, but still holds a edge, and is just a reliable knife to carry. Sharpness and edge retention are the most important things for me.
GEC knives haven't always come with great factory edges, in my opinion, but Charlie's SFOs seem to have always had extra attention, and both Charlie and GEC knocked it out of the park with the Waynorth Lambsfoot

While I believe that all knives should come with a sharp factory edge, for me it's the least important fit and finish issue, since, unlike many of the other elements of a knife, a less than stellar edge is something I can put right myself, assuming that the steel is decent, and correctly heat-treated, and that the edge has been evenly ground. I have to say that I have been extremely impressed by the edge which my Eric Albers Lambsfoot came with
Thanks buddy. Have a good day at the market with "The Chieftain". Tell Tool Man and the Teds howdy.
Many thanks David, I did

We were joined today by 80-year old original Ted, Billy, who I don't think I've seen since before the pandemic. He certainly doesn't act his age!
Cheers Guardians

. 19' soaking up the last bit of sunshine. My favorite part of the day.
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Wonderful Paul, I am really enjoying your sundown pics my friend
Double Ebony Lambs including the Bagpipe beauty from
Jack Black
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Happy Double Lambsfoot Day JJ!

It's great to see those two together
Interesting. According to Wikipedia (so, you know, take that for what it’s worth), “Newcastle Brown Ale is no longer available in the United States. A product labelled “Newcastle Brown Ale” is still sold but it is produced by Lagunitas Brewing Company and has little in common with the original product.”
That's interesting Barrett, kind of weird, but maybe there is an element of opinion there. Even so, it can be surprising how much a change of brewery, let alone country, can change the nature of a beer. When I was younger, one of the great, iconic Sheffield beers was brewed by Ward's, with a strong malty character. When Ward's was taken over, and subsequently closed, the 'Ward's' beer brewed in the North East was quite different. Similarly, when Leeds own Tetley Bitter was moved to the English Midlands, it was transformed into an entirely different beer. In both cases, the beers subsequently brewed were very much inferior, with their popularity being drastically affected.
Interesting observations.

You’ve certainly got four distinct Lambsfoot knives there. When it comes to my Lambsfoot knives, there are things I prefer from each manufacturer. I like the proportions and blade shape(s) from Wright’s (both the standard models and the HHB), Eric’s knives have the best fit and finish, and I like the thinness behind the edge and well-executed, even grinds you get from GEC.
This is similar to my own opinion Barrett, though it could be that I am more used to the Wright-made models
I bought a four pack of this sour ale from Prairie Artisan Ales, Seasick Crocodile, back around Christmas, but somehow I never ended up trying it until now. It’s good, but probably better suited to drinking at the appropriate season, as the flavors are definitely Christmas-y. “Sour Ale with cranberries, ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg.” 6.3%.
Sounds interesting my friend

Will you save the rest until Christmas? Nice photo
Pete,
I show these without measurements because function and aesthetics are important to me.
Here are four of my favorites. As Barrett stated, each has a different appeal because of blade shape and comfort in hand.
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Interesting to see those four together Bob
Something different!
Good morning, Guardians. A wonderful crisp morning today. Enjoying this lovely country. Mid 70s today so its going to be a perfect day. Charlie lamb will be my lambsfoot for the day. Busy day at work but I do get to watch Harriers do ordinance drops today!!!! I hope everyone has a great day.
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Sounds like a fantastic day Paul!

I'd ask if I might be considered for the position of your coffee-maker and general assistant, but I'm certainly too old to enlist!
Beautiful photo Ken
Gracias amigo. Hope you have a great market day.
Thanks a lot Dwight, it's been a good day, if a tiring one
Ordered "The Lighthouse Stevensons".
I hope you enjoy it as much as I did buddy
Cool pic of your Charlie Lamb
Good evening Guardians, I hope everyone is having a good day

I only got about 4 hours sleep last night, so am pretty tired, after a good day at the market. Tool Man had 3 sandwiches, and some cake, before lunchtime, and then got himself a bacon, Spam, sausage, egg, and mushroom sandwich - even he was struggling a bit!

Where the nut-jobs of Leeds are going to hang-out when the market is gone is anyone's guess
I doubt anyone believes a word of this statement, (which has positioned close to numerous empty stalls), least of all those who commissioned the sign

As they prepare to permanently remove three quarters of the stalls in the outdoor market, this kind of dishonest marketing really rubs salt into the wound