Guardians of The Lambsfoot!

Jack Black said:
Harvey had a lot of knives which weren't Lambs. Please, if you think you've seen one of his knives here, use the 'search' function. Harvey posted that knife here. If you read on, you'll find other related posts, including mine here (quoted below - emphasis added). But you'll also find the same knife, posted by @screened porch , here ,



Worth a brief discussion, which was had some years back, but nobody has ever produced any evidence that that knife was ever referred to as a Lambsfoot by the manufacturer, and while it has a straight edge, and a non-parallel spine, that doesn't make it a Lambsfoot :thumbsup:
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Understood, I'll take it down.

I had seen Harvey's post and that of Screened Porch - but I must've missed your reply and couldn't recall finding any definitive statement either way.

Apologies.
 
birdsbeaks said:
Understood, I'll take it down.

I had seen Harvey's post and that of Screened Porch - but I must've missed your reply and couldn't recall finding any definitive statement either way.

Apologies.
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No need to take it down, but there are lots of obscure blade shapes, which are not specific patterns, and others, which need to be researched. From what I recall, it took me about.a year to find a name for the blade used on Charlie's Ancient Barlows (taken from 'Smith's Key'). The straight Castrator blade was another pattern, which some called a Lambsfoot, but which needed to be researched. It isn't always easy to find information, but wishful thinking, which we can all be subject to, is never a substitute for facts 👍
 
btb01 said:
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I would eat a cat turd if it was covered with bacon. 🥓 = happy
 
This afternoon the wife & eldest went dress shopping, later on the afternoon. Kristy rang me late in the afternoon to tell me they were going to the mall where my favourite coffee shop is and did I want to go while they shopped.
So I went and had 2😲 coffee's while I waited.
BobStag came along. Nice cool in the shade.
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Tyson A Wright said:
Most lambsfoot knives that I'm aware of have swayback frames; the HHB and a few others are what I would probably call swell-end, but I think the English call them 'candle-end'. The GEC 88 was sowbelly. I've see a few swell-center ("Coke bottle") lambsfeet. How about serpentine frames? Or any other odd varieties - sleeveboard, equal end, canoe, etc.
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Compared to what we knew when this thread started, the Guardians have turned up a surprisingly wide variety of Lambsfoot frames. The blade certainly appeared in more styles than we might have imagined, which perhaps reflects its broad appeal, and (apparently) almost instant popularity. That said, I'm not sure, other than the GEC 88s, I've ever seen a Sowbelly frame, and handsome as some of those knives are, I do think the Lambsfoot blade sits rather incongruously. It's also interesting to see the Lamb appearing with other blades shapes (I think I have a couple of others sat in my fettling box for future discussion). I think a Canoe is very unlikely, not least because of the history of that pattern. Of course, the blade could be paired to virtually any frame, but I think its important to differentiate between historic examples, and modern customs :thumbsup:
Rufus1949 said:
I have a barlow & coffin lamb Tyson. I also have a shadow lamb coming.
There are 3 more types to ponder.
I think the popularity of the lamb is fortifying the creativity of the cutlers.
The explosion of different scales is also refreshing to see.

Now, whether all this change is good becomes a personal issue.
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I think the Lambsfoot blade can look good on a number of frames. I think it looks good on the Space Shuttle knife, for example, though of course that's something of a novelty. When it comes to use though, we may discover that Granddad knew best, and didn't arrive at the classic configurations by accident. Or we may decide that the Sheffield cutlers were a fairly conservative bunch ;)
btb01 said:
Thanks, guys! :thumbsup:



They were tasty, Jack. The sausages probably aren’t quite authentic for British pigs in blankets (I don’t know if you all have “little smokies” there, but that’s what I use). They still make for a pretty good pig in a blanket, though, at least in my opinion. We made some at Christmas, and still had a few little smokies leftover, so I figured Scout and I ought to finish ‘em off. 😁
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I don't think we do have Little Smokies Barrett, and they sound very tasty 😋 Traditionally, chipolata sausages are used here :thumbsup:
SteveC said:
Awesome pics Jack ! 😎👍


Bonus pics of the day


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Thanks Steve, wonderful photos of that beauty :cool: :thumbsup:
Joefairbanks said:
Well, we got the weather last night, but not exactly what the forecast called for. (Surprised? No!)
It got down to a cold (for here) 15 degrees F. And we got about 4-5 inches of snow in a 3 hour period.
So the Lamb got to see some snow today, but now she's snuggled back up in my left pocket!

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Nice pic Ken :) :thumbsup:
bigfish64 said:
Had the afternoon off today. Too wet and rainy for an outdoor picture. View attachment 2454931
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Friday afternoon off, always a good idea! :D ;) :thumbsup:
Jakeywax31 said:
I dub today snow management day!! It is snowing like crazy out there. Calling for over 1/2 feet the next 12 hours 🙁. Got the horn lamb in the pocket today.

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Looks like the Minnesota winter has finally arrived! :eek: Cool shot Paul :cool: :thumbsup:

mitch13 said:
Anytime mate
Bob it would be an injustice not to use it. I think people miss out when they don't use em.
Used knives develop character 😉
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Amen ;) :thumbsup:
mitch13 said:
Please don't say to the wife "told you so" don't need any more funerals. 😁
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:eek:🤣:thumbsup:
Fodderwing said:
Gunrunning is dangerous enough, but running dual families... that bloke thrived on the edge of the razor blade...:oops:
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LOL! :D You're not kidding Dwight, one is enough! :D There was a famous Irish criminal known as 'The General', (at least 3 films about him, one of which stars Kevin Spacey), who was 'married' to two sisters, who remained best friends apparently :rolleyes:
Fodderwing said:
Oh my goodness Barrett! I'm having an "out of body" "Pavlov's dog" experience. :oops::oops::oops::oops:😋
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Fodderwing said:
Incredible place Jack! You should have pulled a Richard Halliburton / Taj Majal and spent the night swimming and floating around in that heavenly lagoon...

😁
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I might have got eaten by crabs Dwight! :eek: 🤣
Fodderwing said:
Have a good evening, night, morning, day Guardians.

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Gorgeous covers :cool: Another great shot my friend :) :thumbsup:
mitch13 said:
Afternoon all.
Spa day for the mob.
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Something I need to find time for myself Mitch :) Nice pic :) :thumbsup:
cudgee said:
You sound like a politician. 🤣 🤣 🤣 . Never let the truth get in the road of a bunch of BS Spin. 🤣🤣🤣🥰🥰🥰. Have a good weekend. :thumbsup:
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LOL! :D It has to be said that cutlers have never been averse to a bit of spin! :rolleyes: :D Thanks mate, you too :thumbsup:
Tyson A Wright said:
Dos enchiladas and Sidral Mundet from a great taqueria in our old neighborhood.
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That looks like a nice treat Tyson :) :thumbsup:
mitch13 said:
This afternoon the wife & eldest went dress shopping, later on the afternoon. Kristy rang me late in the afternoon to tell me they were going to the mall where my favourite coffee shop is and did I want to go while they shopped.
So I went and had 2😲 coffee's while I waited.
BobStag came along. Nice cool in the shade.
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Looks like a great spot Mitch :) :thumbsup:

Good morning Guardians, I better go and get scrubbed and shaved, as time is rapidly marching on! :D I'm meeting my mate Matt in Charlie's, and then later, we're meeting up with Wolfie's brother, who we call Brother Tony, for a couple of pints. Hopefully I'll get to hear more tales about his errant 'Father in Law'! 🤣 Have a great weekend everyone :thumbsup:

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Jack Black said:
Compared to what we knew when this thread started, the Guardians have turned up a surprisingly wide variety of Lambsfoot frames. The blade certainly appeared in more styles than we might have imagined, which perhaps reflects its broad appeal, and (apparently) almost instant popularity. That said, I'm not sure, other than the GEC 88s, I've ever seen a Sowbelly frame, and handsome as some of those knives are, I do think the Lambsfoot blade sits rather incongruously. It's also interesting to see the Lamb appearing with other blades shapes (I think I have a couple of others sat in my fettling box for future discussion). I think a Canoe is very unlikely, not least because of the history of that pattern. Of course, the blade could be paired to virtually any frame, but I think its important to differentiate between historic examples, and modern customs :thumbsup:

I think the Lambsfoot blade can look good on a number of frames. I think it looks good on the Space Shuttle knife, for example, though of course that's something of a novelty. When it comes to use though, we may discover that Granddad knew best, and didn't arrive at the classic configurations by accident. Or we may decide that the Sheffield cutlers were a fairly conservative bunch ;)



Good morning Guardians, I better go and get scrubbed and shaved, as time is rapidly marching on! :D I'm meeting my mate Matt in Charlie's, and then later, we're meeting up with Wolfie's brother, who we call Brother Tony, for a couple of pints. Hopefully I'll get to hear more tales about his errant 'Father in Law'! 🤣 Have a great weekend everyone :thumbsup:

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I always enjoy your slant and passion concerning the essence of the lamb Jack.
Enjoy your day🍻
 
Jack Black said:
Compared to what we knew when this thread started, the Guardians have turned up a surprisingly wide variety of Lambsfoot frames. The blade certainly appeared in more styles than we might have imagined, which perhaps reflects its broad appeal, and (apparently) almost instant popularity. That said, I'm not sure, other than the GEC 88s, I've ever seen a Sowbelly frame, and handsome as some of those knives are, I do think the Lambsfoot blade sits rather incongruously. It's also interesting to see the Lamb appearing with other blades shapes (I think I have a couple of others sat in my fettling box for future discussion). I think a Canoe is very unlikely, not least because of the history of that pattern. Of course, the blade could be paired to virtually any frame, but I think its important to differentiate between historic examples, and modern customs :thumbsup:

I think the Lambsfoot blade can look good on a number of frames. I think it looks good on the Space Shuttle knife, for example, though of course that's something of a novelty. When it comes to use though, we may discover that Granddad knew best, and didn't arrive at the classic configurations by accident. Or we may decide that the Sheffield cutlers were a fairly conservative bunch ;)
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Lot to ponder there. I'll be a while processing it. :thumbsup: 🤠
Jack Black said:
Good morning Guardians, I better go and get scrubbed and shaved, as time is rapidly marching on! :D I'm meeting my mate Matt in Charlie's, and then later, we're meeting up with Wolfie's brother, who we call Brother Tony, for a couple of pints. Hopefully I'll get to hear more tales about his errant 'Father in Law'! 🤣 Have a great weekend everyone :thumbsup:

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Nice Lamb. Hope your day is going good Jack.
 
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