Guardians of The Lambsfoot!

I don't know what the day will bring, but I will meet it with some burnt stag. A new OMJ rendition. 20230817_134328.jpg
This book is a short, poignant look into the life of a great cutler. It has prompted me to dig deeper into the history of Sheffield and its cutlers.
Thanks again Jack.
 
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cudgee said:
Jack, see one of Yorkshires most famous sons has left the building. He did not look at all well last time i saw a photo of him.
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I just heard Leon. He was looking very old the last time I saw him. Seems to have lived a good life :thumbsup:

Rufus1949 said:
Enjoy your pub crawl with wee staggy Jack.
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Thanks Bob, the weather isn't co-operating, but I guess it was never going to be a dry day ;) :thumbsup:
 
Rufus1949 said:
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This book is a short poignant look into the life of a great cutler. It has prompted me to dig deeper into the history of Sheffield and its cutlers.
Thanks again Jack.
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Nice photo my friend, lots of great Sheffield cutlery history here on The Porch :) Sadly, the old threads are not well-maintained :( :thumbsup:

Sheffield's Old Factories & Workshops (Pics Resurrected)

I posted this thread some years ago. Like many of the old threads here, it has effectively been destroyed, the text mangled, the photos obliterated*. I thought I'd re-post the photos, I hope they're of interest. If you have an old Sheffield knife, you may come across the place where it was made...
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Interrupting Stan Shaw's Marmalade Sandwich

Yesterday was a great day for me, as I went over to Sheffield to meet Duncan (Campbellclanman) and his lovely wife Sue. We met at Sheffield railway station next to the site of John Brown's Atlas steel works, and headed to the Kelham Island Industrial Museum (about which I did a photographic...
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Stan Shaw Gets His First Penknife

And Jack Gets His First Stan Shaw Jack Knife ;) One evening, a few weeks ago, Stan Shaw phoned me to tell me that he was back from his holidays on the south coast of England. We had a chat and made arrangements for me to go over to Sheffield the following day. Stan works at his workshop at...
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Jack Black said:
Nice photo my friend, lots of great Sheffield cutlery history here on The Porch :) Sadly, the old threads are not well-maintained :( :thumbsup:

Sheffield's Old Factories & Workshops (Pics Resurrected)

I posted this thread some years ago. Like many of the old threads here, it has effectively been destroyed, the text mangled, the photos obliterated*. I thought I'd re-post the photos, I hope they're of interest. If you have an old Sheffield knife, you may come across the place where it was made...
www.bladeforums.com www.bladeforums.com

Interrupting Stan Shaw's Marmalade Sandwich

Yesterday was a great day for me, as I went over to Sheffield to meet Duncan (Campbellclanman) and his lovely wife Sue. We met at Sheffield railway station next to the site of John Brown's Atlas steel works, and headed to the Kelham Island Industrial Museum (about which I did a photographic...
www.bladeforums.com www.bladeforums.com


Stan Shaw Gets His First Penknife

And Jack Gets His First Stan Shaw Jack Knife ;) One evening, a few weeks ago, Stan Shaw phoned me to tell me that he was back from his holidays on the south coast of England. We had a chat and made arrangements for me to go over to Sheffield the following day. Stan works at his workshop at...
www.bladeforums.com www.bladeforums.com




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That should keep me busy Jack. Thanks.
 
Jack Black said:
Yeah, considering the garbage he eats! :eek: :D They are grim places here though! 🫣 One of the streets in Leeds used to have a branch at each end, just walking past was bad enough. At one of them, there were prominent signs stating that there were listening devices at the tables, and that any recorded evidence of criminal activity would be given to the police! They used words of more than one syllable though, so the junkies, shop-lifters, and drug-dealers that frequented the place weren't dissuaded :rolleyes:

That's beautiful work Charlie, very interesting too :cool: :thumbsup:

Oh blimey, I can see why that isn't popular Mitch! :eek: :( :thumbsup:

Same there?! :rolleyes: I had a mate years ago, who had been a manager at a branch when he was young, told me a few stories! :eek:

Fish & chip shops still mainly fry in beef fat in Leeds, though nationally that has been changing for several decades. Apart from the vegetarians, I think oil is cheaper, requires changing less frequently, and doesn't take as much skill to fry in. There are plenty of rotten fish & chip shops here though :rolleyes:

Incredible Charlie :cool: When I was a teenager, I got good at fly-tying, and made some pocket money tying them for what was then the country's biggest fishing tackle shop (Bennett's of Sheffield). It's one of the few artistic things I've ever done, but I don't have a single example :(

Fantastic Dwight :cool: One of the market regulars, Barry The Ted, was a cooper :thumbsup:

Sweet pic :cool: :) :thumbsup:

You earned it buddy :) :thumbsup:

I think I have another similar set knocking about somewhere :thumbsup:

That's scary stuff Rachel! :eek:

Sorry to hear you're having another tough week Pete :( I hope you are going to get to relax over the weekend :thumbsup:


Stunning! :cool: :thumbsup:

LOL! :D :thumbsup:


Very gentlemanly Mitch, it's been enjoyable to see your collection :) :thumbsup:

Hope you get some warmer weather soon mate :thumbsup:

Another stellar photo Dwight :cool: :) :thumbsup:

Good morning Guardians, cool and overcast here, but it's still only 7.30am. Hoping it brightens up a little for mine and Al's pub crawl later. I'm going to call in at Charlie's first, and also get some lunch in town. First, I have a few things to do in the house. I hope that everyone has a good Friday, and that you're looking forward to the weekend :) :thumbsup:

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Thanks jack, it was fun to share. I didn't realise I had so many😒😮.
They can't stop fried chips😈 my absolute favourite, you can take your fancy meals, give me chips throw in a few potato scollops all wrapped in paper, heaven. It is my fathers day meal request, as Kristy only lets me have chips as a treat😢
 
mitch13 said:
Thanks jack, it was fun to share. I didn't realise I had so many😒😮.
They can't stop fried chips😈 my absolute favourite, you can take your fancy meals, give me chips throw in a few potato scollops all wrapped in paper, heaven. It is my fathers day meal request, as Kristy only lets me have chips as a treat😢
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It's surprising how they creep up on you! :D I bet you enjoy those Father's Day chips Mitch :) :thumbsup:
 
Jack Black said:
I think I have another similar set knocking about somewhere :thumbsup:
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I have a number of them, but can't resist picking up another when I come across one. I guess there are worse things to collect.
Jack Black said:
That's scary stuff Rachel! :eek:
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Indeed. Hot summers are to be expected here, but I heard someone claim that while this is a record setting year for sustained heat, it'll likely be the norm from now on. I hope that's not true.

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Jack Black said:
Hope you have a great day my friend 😊 It's raining here, so I nipped into Charlie's 😉👍

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Nice pic Jack !


Rufus1949 said:
I don't know what the day will bring, but I will meet it with some burnt stag.View attachment 2290899
This book is a short, poignant look into the life of a great cutler. It has prompted me to dig deeper into the history of Sheffield and its cutlers.
Thanks again Jack.
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Absolute stunner Bob !


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Lovely Jigged bone !

Jack Black said:
Tunisian lunch for me and Wee Staggy 😉👍

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You and Wee Staggy are getting well fortified for your pub crawl ! Have fun Jack !
 
Fodderwing said:
That's a future pro if I ever saw one!

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Beautiful lamb, Dwight!
Jack Black said:
Yeah, considering the garbage he eats! :eek: :D They are grim places here though! 🫣 One of the streets in Leeds used to have a branch at each end, just walking past was bad enough. At one of them, there were prominent signs stating that there were listening devices at the tables, and that any recorded evidence of criminal activity would be given to the police! They used words of more than one syllable though, so the junkies, shop-lifters, and drug-dealers that frequented the place weren't dissuaded :rolleyes:

That's beautiful work Charlie, very interesting too :cool: :thumbsup:

Oh blimey, I can see why that isn't popular Mitch! :eek: :( :thumbsup:

Same there?! :rolleyes: I had a mate years ago, who had been a manager at a branch when he was young, told me a few stories! :eek:

Fish & chip shops still mainly fry in beef fat in Leeds, though nationally that has been changing for several decades. Apart from the vegetarians, I think oil is cheaper, requires changing less frequently, and doesn't take as much skill to fry in. There are plenty of rotten fish & chip shops here though :rolleyes:

Incredible Charlie :cool: When I was a teenager, I got good at fly-tying, and made some pocket money tying them for what was then the country's biggest fishing tackle shop (Bennett's of Sheffield). It's one of the few artistic things I've ever done, but I don't have a single example :(

Fantastic Dwight :cool: One of the market regulars, Barry The Ted, was a cooper :thumbsup:

Sweet pic :cool: :) :thumbsup:

You earned it buddy :) :thumbsup:

I think I have another similar set knocking about somewhere :thumbsup:

That's scary stuff Rachel! :eek:

Sorry to hear you're having another tough week Pete :( I hope you are going to get to relax over the weekend :thumbsup:


Stunning! :cool: :thumbsup:

LOL! :D :thumbsup:


Very gentlemanly Mitch, it's been enjoyable to see your collection :) :thumbsup:

Hope you get some warmer weather soon mate :thumbsup:

Another stellar photo Dwight :cool: :) :thumbsup:

Good morning Guardians, cool and overcast here, but it's still only 7.30am. Hoping it brightens up a little for mine and Al's pub crawl later. I'm going to call in at Charlie's first, and also get some lunch in town. First, I have a few things to do in the house. I hope that everyone has a good Friday, and that you're looking forward to the weekend :) :thumbsup:

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Love the stag on that one, Jack!

Finally forcing myself to carry something else today. Thought Skoll would make a fine alternative for Friday.

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Jack Black said:
Another stellar photo Dwight
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Thank you Jack.
Rufus1949 said:
I don't know what the day will bring, but I will meet it with some burnt stag.View attachment 2290899
This book is a short, poignant look into the life of a great cutler. It has prompted me to dig deeper into the history of Sheffield and its cutlers.
Thanks again Jack.
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Gorgeous stag and color Bob.
sbh06 said:
Beautiful lamb, Dwight!
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Thank you Jeremy.

Have a great weekend Guardians.7E0D8BEE-6EBC-4EE4-AB99-816D6C5D5141_1_201_a.jpeg
 
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