Guardians of The Lambsfoot!

[DaleS]

Bonus pic!

If you notice those bumps on the horizon, those are the last remaining vestiges of Stiltsville in Biscayne National Park. Another fun fact: Biscayne National Park is over 95% water! If you plan on hiking, better bring your hip waders!

I’ve sailed through Stiltsville many times Will, it must have been really spectacular back in its heyday!

 

[echoscout]

 

[Rufus1949]

I've been doing some comparisons, let's go there!
senator Vs senator
What is a senator essentially a gentleman's version of a lambsfoot. I am not going into prices as western made products versus imports is no longer comparable..
The Wright and rosecraft are very similar in length, also blade with of approx 12mm, I couldn't find my calipers but the Wright is slightly thinner and rosecraft about 3mm with ruler. I will say they are both very fine users.
Both have good user steels..



Blades
Wright - Carbon hones up easy, takes a fine edge.
Rosecraft-D2 will hold an edge longer, more a toothier edge.

Precision
I would give that to the Rosecraft. Look how straight that line is from blade to pivot, swedge is cut straighter. Although nail nick could be a little bigger. Has half stop.


Aesthetics
The Wright has it hands down. I was lucky to have a good. 1.
The Wright has matching clipped bolsters, that give it a sleek long.
Rosecraft has front bolster that is bordering on Barlow width and that smaller rear bolster detracts from the symmetry, I guess that it is their own unique style. But I find it really odd
Wright scales flow into the bolsters and filework on spine.
Rosecraft scales feel thicker and drop away to bolsters. I have found with some modern folder scales seem more like an overlay that drop off, not a fan.


I see the Wright senator a true gentleman style to drop in a waistcoat.
The Rosecraft, a beefy country cousin that doesn't quite have the style but is having a good go. I will be trying more of the models, maybe 1 day they will make a single bolster or shadow pattern.

I don't rate a knife 1 out of 10, rather

Does it work in my daily life.
Wright yes, Rosecraft yes.

Would I buy another or recommend it
Yep I would carry either.

These are just my comparisons.

First, I would prefer an English version, but good examples are hard to find. Hence, many of mine are made by fine cutlers from around the world.
Very good observations Mitch.
My one imput to this is the consistency of build on the part of Rosecraft.

 

[Rufus1949]

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Those Bex take a lickin and keep on ticking. Nice David.

 

[echoscout]

Those Bex take a lickin and keep on ticking. Nice David.

Thanks buddy

 

[echoscout]

Good morning Guardians !


Baxter Lamb today


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Lovely old Lamb

Lovely Lockwood buddy !

Thank you kindly buddy

 

[mitch13]

Agree with most of your observations though in my case, the extra gnarly stag on my Rosecraft offers enhanced grip purchase that I appreciate. The only point I dock from the Rosecraft is that she won't patina...

Old comparison pic:

Thanks will.

First, I would prefer an English version, but good examples are hard to find. Hence, many of mine are made by fine cutlers from around the world.
Very good observations Mitch.
My one imput to this is the consistency of build on the part of Rosecraft.

Good point Bob.
Comes under precision, due to more precision machinery and modern tooling.
Got to support cutlers where we can or we will have none.
Did you know there is no car manufacturing in Australia all imported.

 

[Jack Black]

Good morning Guardians! Nice cool weather today. Hope y'all have a good one. Lockwood Bex

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Looking good David, Bex is tough stuff

Good day Guardians. Here’s a Rosecraft and a Toole. Some nice covers on both of these.

Jack sorry to hear your back is acting up. I am thrilled my back has improved. The exercises my Physical Therapist gave me and icing my lower back three times a day is helping. The crazy pain in my left leg when I stand is gone. I get tolerable pain now and can walk around enough to make things manageable. I was very careful with the oxy. That stuff was great for the pain but the scourge that was allowed to happen here is insane and I hope the Sacklers are eventually held responsible. I look forward to going on walks again. Not long walks yet but I miss seeing my walk friends and their dogs. I sure hope everybody here has a healthy year.

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I really am glad your back has improved buddy, and hope it continues to do so It sounds like you've really suffered Two great-looking Lambs there

Sorry your have back problems again. Hope you heal up soon. Beautiful Lamb

Thanks David, it sounds like I have it easy, compared to Kurt

Senator Rose today

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I looked at the Rosecraft Senators and the seem like nice knives but I prefer the Wright originals. From photos the Wright is a smidge shorter ( and it's plenty long enough) and as nice as they are I just don't like buying chinese knives.

Looking good there

Happy New Year, Guardians!

The weather in South Florida has finally made a positive improvement. A few months back, Rufus1949 wished me a reprieve from the stifling heat and I recall stating that, wishes or not, it wouldn't be any more pleasant until at least January. Fortunately or unfortunately, I got that one right!

Here's a shot of The Stagnator: The Second Term enjoying a taxpayer-funded junket to Bill Baggs State Park on scenic Key Biscayne, FL.

Fun fact: During his presidency, Richard Nixon spent so much time at his Key Biscayne compound that it became informally known as The Winter White House.

Fantastic pic Will, I'd take a week of that weather!

Always a concern when a member stops posting. Hope your back improves.

Thanks pal

Been pretty busy with the holidays, lots of time with family and enjoying a (small) break from work. Just popping in to share another post of my GL-24 since it’s been a little bit. Not the best picture, but they can’t all be winners
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Additionally, wondering if anyone has come up with any 2025 resolutions for their collection goals. I have a few (which should probably be kept to other threads) but one is to carry, use, or otherwise enjoy the good ones. Reflecting on 2024 and a few friends I’ve lost unexpectedly, I’m reminded how little time we actually get above ground and how important it is to enjoy things that make us happy.

Looks good to me my friend The New Year certainly gets most of us to ruminating

Yes, thanks. Whatever it was stopped being whatever it was.

Good to hear mate

Bonus pic of the day



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Stunning pic Steve

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Great carry David

Good question. I have been blessed with much generosity from my friends here, and have more great knives that I could ever use or lose. So I resolve to try and rein in my desires and enjoy the ones I have. Like this WCLF that I have in my pocket today.

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That said, I will find a way to get knives from Eric and Cosimo. Maybe not in 2025, but someday.

Every year, I resolve to try and buy fewer knives Works, to some extent That's a fine-looking Lamb

Thanks Jack. The young man really enjoyed himself which was all I wanted. I can say that my ears were ringing pretty good, even before the evening fireworks.

Fantastic Pete, what young feller wouldn't?

Bonus pic!

If you notice those bumps on the horizon, those are the last remaining vestiges of Stiltsville in Biscayne National Park. Another fun fact: Biscayne National Park is over 95% water! If you plan on hiking, better bring your hip waders!

Fascinating history Will

I've been doing some comparisons, let's go there!
senator Vs senator
What is a senator essentially a gentleman's version of a lambsfoot. I am not going into prices as western made products versus imports is no longer comparable..
The Wright and rosecraft are very similar in length, also blade with of approx 12mm, I couldn't find my calipers but the Wright is slightly thinner and rosecraft about 3mm with ruler. I will say they are both very fine users.
Both have good user steels..



Blades
Wright - Carbon hones up easy, takes a fine edge.
Rosecraft-D2 will hold an edge longer, more a toothier edge.

Precision
I would give that to the Rosecraft. Look how straight that line is from blade to pivot, swedge is cut straighter. Although nail nick could be a little bigger. Has half stop.


Aesthetics
The Wright has it hands down. I was lucky to have a good. 1.
The Wright has matching clipped bolsters, that give it a sleek long.
Rosecraft has front bolster that is bordering on Barlow width and that smaller rear bolster detracts from the symmetry, I guess that it is their own unique style. But I find it really odd
Wright scales flow into the bolsters and filework on spine.
Rosecraft scales feel thicker and drop away to bolsters. I have found with some modern folder scales seem more like an overlay that drop off, not a fan.


I see the Wright senator a true gentleman style to drop in a waistcoat.
The Rosecraft, a beefy country cousin that doesn't quite have the style but is having a good go. I will be trying more of the models, maybe 1 day they will make a single bolster or shadow pattern.

I don't rate a knife 1 out of 10, rather

Does it work in my daily life.
Wright yes, Rosecraft yes.

Would I buy another or recommend it
Yep I would carry either.

These are just my comparisons.

Excellent comparison and appraisal Mitch

Agree with most of your observations though in my case, the extra gnarly stag on my Rosecraft offers enhanced grip purchase that I appreciate. The only point I dock from the Rosecraft is that she won't patina...

Old comparison pic:

You got some nice stag there I do have a knife with patinaed D2 blades, (a gift), but the patina was forced, and is almost a patina ON TOP of the steel. I use D2 fairly regularly, and it certainly doesn't tarnish easily!

 

[Jack Black]

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Looks like you're enjoying that one my friend

First, I would prefer an English version, but good examples are hard to find. Hence, many of mine are made by fine cutlers from around the world.
Very good observations Mitch.
My one imput to this is the consistency of build on the part of Rosecraft.

They will be machine-ground

Thanks will.

Good point Bob.
Comes under precision, due to more precision machinery and modern tooling.
Got to support cutlers where we can or we will have none.
Did you know there is no car manufacturing in Australia all imported.

That's terrible isn't it? Barely anything made here anymore I AM wearing a pair of Australian-made boots!

 

[Jack Black]

Good morning Guardians, got a meeting in half an hour, so I'm having to rush I'm afraid. Have a great day, and hopefully I can catch up later

 

[mitch13]

Looking good David, Bex is tough stuff

I really am glad your back has improved buddy, and hope it continues to do so It sounds like you've really suffered Two great-looking Lambs there

Thanks David, it sounds like I have it easy, compared to Kurt

Looking good there

Fantastic pic Will, I'd take a week of that weather!

Thanks pal

Looks good to me my friend The New Year certainly gets most of us to ruminating

Good to hear mate

Stunning pic Steve

Great carry David

Every year, I resolve to try and buy fewer knives Works, to some extent That's a fine-looking Lamb

Fantastic Pete, what young feller wouldn't?

Fascinating history Will

Excellent comparison and appraisal Mitch

You got some nice stag there I do have a knife with patinaed D2 blades, (a gift), but the patina was forced, and is almost a patina ON TOP of the steel. I use D2 fairly regularly, and it certainly doesn't tarnish easily!

Thanks Jack

Looks like you're enjoying that one my friend

They will be machine-ground

That's terrible isn't it? Barely anything made here anymore I AM wearing a pair of Australian-made boots!

Yeah it's no good.
Aussie boots

 

[Rufus1949]

Did you know there is no car manufacturing in Australia all imported.

Seems the way of the world Mitch.

 

[screened porch]

Maybe I could get an Australian calendar, and have cheerfully out of season pictures on it.

 

[SteveC]

Stunning pic Steve

Thank you Jack

Good morning Guardians, got a meeting in half an hour, so I'm having to rush I'm afraid. Have a great day, and hopefully I can catch up later

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That's a beauty Jack, have a great day !

 

[Rufus1949]

A carrier dropped the water buffalo horn lamb on my doorstep at 11 pm last night!!

 

[mbkr]

Did you know there is no car manufacturing in Australia all imported.

That's terrible isn't it? Barely anything made here anymore I AM wearing a pair of Australian-made boots!

Seems the way of the world Mitch.

My late friend T-Bone, skeptic, observer of humanity, decorated Vietnam War veteran, once made the statement, "If we ever go to war with China, we'll have to fight barefoot."

A carrier dropped the water buffalo horn lamb on my doorstep at 11 pm last night!!
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Wow! Wow! Wow!

 

[SteveC]

A carrier dropped the water buffalo horn lamb on my doorstep at 11 pm last night!!
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Congrats Bob !

 

[SteveC]

Happy Friday Guardians !


Bagpipe Lamb today

 

[echoscout]

Howdy Guardians! Hope y'all are doing well today. Got to head out for physical therapy here in a bit. Don't really want to do it today as I feel weak and in pain. But I'll cowboy up and make it happen. Happy trails my friends!

 

[Rufus1949]

Congrats Bob !

Thanks Steve.

Happy Friday Guardians !


Bagpipe Lamb today



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Good one for Friday Steve.