Guardians of The Lambsfoot!

[Prester John]

I've always loved straight edge blades sheepsfoot, wharncliffe but the lambsfoot is really the best of these IMO and here's why I think so.
The sheepsfoot has an essentially blunt point and is excellent as a slicer which is what it was designed for but lacks the ability of a piercing.
The wharncliffe another Sheffield design is good at slicing and piercing but the shape of the blade lends itself to accidental piercing due to the extreme taper of the blade.
The lambsfoot is both a great cutter but the taper allows for very controlled piercing. I have spent the last two days playing with these three blade types and this is my opinion.

Exactly! But I think it not only works better, it LOOKS better. To me, anyway.

 

[353]

After waiting for what seemed like ten weeks, instead of ten days, my first Lambsfoot arrived in today's mail! I have this first impression to give and it is that this really feels good in hand, Rosewood is nicely polished and the metal is shiny...a good looking knife. The blade is not well centered but it's a working knife so not a big deal.

I have been in touch with Jack and am on the list for the 2019 Guardian knife, but, this makes it my official application for membership in the Guardians of the Lambsfoot. You are a great group! Preston

That is a stunning one..

What dealer did you get this one from?

 

[Jack Black]

I've always loved straight edge blades sheepsfoot, wharncliffe but the lambsfoot is really the best of these IMO and here's why I think so.
The sheepsfoot has an essentially blunt point and is excellent as a slicer which is what it was designed for but lacks the ability of a piercing.
The wharncliffe another Sheffield design is good at slicing and piercing but the shape of the blade lends itself to accidental piercing due to the extreme taper of the blade.
The lambsfoot is both a great cutter but the taper allows for very controlled piercing. I have spent the last two days playing with these three blade types and this is my opinion.

Great to hear your thoughts Randy

Exactly! But I think it not only works better, it LOOKS better. To me, anyway.

To me too Vince

That is a stunning one..

What dealer did you get this one from?

Since no BF supporting dealer carries the pattern, to answer this would be in violation of the forum rules, and a potential infraction. Please let's keep commercial discussion out of this thread. Questions like this are best asked by PM

 

[Fodderwing]

 

[JohnDF]

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So pretty.

 

[Pàdruig]

Another silent serenade of serenity and tranquility.

Pàdruig - fine taste in Whiskey brother. Finished mine this past weekend - not easy to come by without a road trip and you already know I admire your lambsfoot. Enjoy!

Ray

Nice composition Dylan

Thank you, fellas.

It's time for Haggis Bashed Neeps, Tatties, and Whisky!!
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Excellent! I celebrated ol' Rabbie's Birthday last weekend. My good friend gave the Address to a Haggis, as he does every year and does a fine job. He also makes the absolute best haggis, perfecting his recipe over a number of years. I took a bunch home with me and had it for breakfast the following morning. Hard to beat haggis and eggs...

This wee one was with me today, paired with a fine cigar and a drop of McCarthy's.

 

[dc50]

Thank you, fellas.



Excellent! I celebrated ol' Rabbie's Birthday last weekend. My good friend gave the Address to a Haggis, as he does every year and does a fine job. He also makes the absolute best haggis, perfecting his recipe over a number of years. I took a bunch home with me and had it for breakfast the following morning. Hard to beat haggis and eggs...

This wee one was with me today, paired with a fine cigar and a drop of McCarthy's.

That sounds great Dylan it's always a Hoot-mon! celebrating Rabbie's birthday. as always a mighty fine photo.

 

[r8shell]

This wee one was with me today, paired with a fine cigar and a drop of McCarthy's.

Great picture. Everything is glowing.

 

[Pàdruig]

That sounds great Dylan it's always a Hoot-mon! celebrating Rabbie's birthday. as always a mighty fine photo.

Thank you, Dave. Enjoy the celebration (if you haven't already)!

Great picture. Everything is glowing.

Thank you, r8shell! It certainly was the hopeful effect, there was just enough sunlight left.

 

[btb01]

After waiting for what seemed like ten weeks, instead of ten days, my first Lambsfoot arrived in today's mail! I have this first impression to give and it is that this really feels good in hand, Rosewood is nicely polished and the metal is shiny...a good looking knife. The blade is not well centered but it's a working knife so not a big deal.

I have been in touch with Jack and am on the list for the 2019 Guardian knife, but, this makes it my official application for membership in the Guardians of the Lambsfoot. You are a great group! Preston

Good looking knife! Welcome to the Guardians! Let me know if you want to be on the map.

Hard to beat haggis and eggs...

I think I'll stick with bacon and eggs...

Can you add me to the map in the Netherlands Barrett btb01 ? Thanks!
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Added!

If there are any other Guardians out there who aren't on THE MAP but would like to be, let me know!

 

[Prester John]

If there are any other Guardians out there who aren't on THE MAP but would like to be, let me know!

Yeah, I like the idea of asking periodically, because some only check in occasionally. Love the map!

 

[Dschal]

If there are any other Guardians out there who aren't on THE MAP but would like to be, let me know!

I’m in Williamstown, Massachusetts. Thanks!

 

[pjsjr]

That is a stunning one..

What dealer did you get this one from?

Thanks for the complement. Replied to in PM

Since no BF supporting dealer carries the pattern, to answer this would be in violation of the forum rules, and a potential infraction. Please let's keep commercial discussion out of this thread. Questions like this are best asked by PM

See above^

Good looking knife! Welcome to the Guardians! Let me know if you want to be on the map.

Yes please, Colorado, 30 miles southeast of Denver

Welcome to the Guardians Preston That's a nice-looking Lambsfoot, polished blades aren't standard on the Rosewood models Shame about the off-centre blade, not a deal-breaker for me on an inexpensive production knife, but I wouldn't send a knife out like that

Thanks, and thanks for all you do Jack, I'll use it and learn about the Lambsfoot so when the 2019 Guardian's Knife arrives I'll be better able to use it.
Took the Lambsfoot into the field today, hunting, pheasant and duck. Used the Lambsfoot to slice some cheese. No pheasant but was able to harvest a duck.

No Lambsfoot was harmed during the taking of this duck...to be used after it is prepared for the table...photos of that to follow. Preston

 

[btb01]

I’m in Williamstown, Massachusetts. Thanks!

Yes please, Colorado, 30 miles southeast of Denver

Both added!

And both notable, location-wise: D Dschal , you're currently the easternmost Guardian in North America, and pjsjr , you've given us a pin in the middle of what was a pretty sizable gap on the western half of the US.

 

[pjsjr]

Both added!

And both notable, location-wise: D Dschal , you're currently the easternmost Guardian in North America, and pjsjr , you've given us a pin in the middle of what was a pretty sizable gap on the western half of the US.

Thank you Barrett for doing that!

Thank you all for the warm welcomes to the Guardian's...I know I don't have the patience to quote and thank each individually in posts, sorry. Preston

 

[Prester John]

Thank you Barrett for doing that!

Thank you all for the warm welcomes to the Guardian's...I know I don't have the patience to quote and thank each individually in posts, sorry. Preston

Me neither. This thread moves briskly!

 

[Dschal]

Both added!

And both notable, location-wise: D Dschal , you're currently the easternmost Guardian in North America, and pjsjr , you've given us a pin in the middle of what was a pretty sizable gap on the western half of the US.

Thank you Barrett for adding me. I’m shocked there are no other Guardians in New England (who have decloaked yet)!

 

[mitch4ging]

Thanks, Jack. Hope your doctor's appointment goes well.

Have a quackin' good Friday, Guardians!
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That Quacked me up! Great knife as well!

Cool pic Dave, hope you have a fantastic Burns' Night my friend

A tune from a pal of mine (I gave him his first volume of Burns)

Fine Black Friday choice Ron



Nice comparison pic John, very interesting to see



Ace pic Vince

I've been rushing around all day, and only just got back home. Like Ron I'm carrying my ebony '18 for Black Friday

Thanks for the tuneage, Jack! Handsome ebony!

Thank you, fellas.



Excellent! I celebrated ol' Rabbie's Birthday last weekend. My good friend gave the Address to a Haggis, as he does every year and does a fine job. He also makes the absolute best haggis, perfecting his recipe over a number of years. I took a bunch home with me and had it for breakfast the following morning. Hard to beat haggis and eggs...

This wee one was with me today, paired with a fine cigar and a drop of McCarthy's.

Another beautiful shot, Dylan! Like Rachel commented on, great glow with it all.

 

[Jack Black]

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Lovely pic of your AC Dwight

Thank you, fellas.



Excellent! I celebrated ol' Rabbie's Birthday last weekend. My good friend gave the Address to a Haggis, as he does every year and does a fine job. He also makes the absolute best haggis, perfecting his recipe over a number of years. I took a bunch home with me and had it for breakfast the following morning. Hard to beat haggis and eggs...

This wee one was with me today, paired with a fine cigar and a drop of McCarthy's.

Sounds like a great time Dylan, and that is a beautiful shot my friend

Good looking knife! Welcome to the Guardians! Let me know if you want to be on the map.



I think I'll stick with bacon and eggs...



Added!

If there are any other Guardians out there who aren't on THE MAP but would like to be, let me know!

Thanks for your continued commitment to this project Barrett

I’m in Williamstown, Massachusetts. Thanks!

Looking good

Thanks for the complement. Replied to in PM


See above^


Yes please, Colorado, 30 miles southeast of Denver

Thanks, and thanks for all you do Jack, I'll use it and learn about the Lambsfoot so when the 2019 Guardian's Knife arrives I'll be better able to use it.
Took the Lambsfoot into the field today, hunting, pheasant and duck. Used the Lambsfoot to slice some cheese. No pheasant but was able to harvest a duck.

No Lambsfoot was harmed during the taking of this duck...to be used after it is prepared for the table...photos of that to follow. Preston

Thanks for taking the trouble to do that Preston Nice to see your new Lambsfoot getting put straight to work

Thanks for the tuneage, Jack! Handsome ebony!

Thanks Dennis

Morning Guardians I usually go out for a hike of a Saturday, but for various reasons, have had to change plans this weekend (I'm going out tomorrow instead). Still got plenty to do though, and I thought I'd have a Double Lambsfoot Day Have a great weekend folks

 

[Mescladis]

Have a nice week-end Guardians! I'm working on the TEW I received a few days ago to give it a nice new edge...