Guardians of The Lambsfoot!

[Pt-Luso]

Good morning and a good Sunday Guardians.

 

[Half/Stop]

Have a great Sunday Guardians!

 

[WDJ]

Charlie @waynorth has been petitioning GEC for some years, to get a Lambsfoot made in the US, and hopefully we may see one later in the year

Thanks Jack. That is hopefully good news. A Tom's Choice Barlow with a lambsfoot would be wonderful, though I suspect rather hard to get hold of on this side of the Atlantic. If anyone can twist GECs arm I imagine Charlie is the chap to do it. Fingers crossed.

 

[Jack Black]

Have a great Sunday Guardians!

You too Ron, nice choice

 

[donn]

The main advantage to the Sharpmaker is that you are less likely to round the tip of the blade by using the flat sides of the rods. You can do just fine with the Lansky, just stop a bit short, don't run the tip off the rod.

Thanks for the tip Rachel, I could see that was a risk after I started using it. I'd already scratched a knife by accidentily running it off the edge of CC4 stone I had. I've figured out how to finish the sharpening stroke as the blade reaches the wooden block

I use the Sharpmaker quite a bit, mostly to touch up a blade. I have the Edge Pro and a Norton course/fine stone but lately I've been using the DTM diamond stones, they cut very well.. I like motion of the process. It's the way I started and I keep going back to it.

Another for the Sharpmaker. It was all I used for a lot of years, not only at home but also on a lot of hunting and fishing trips. Use the flats only as r8shell has explained and you can't go wrong! I found that instead of ending each stroke at the bottom then lifting the blade off the rod to start another and counting that as one stroke, that I got the best results if I kept the blade in constant contact with the stone for both a down and up stroke, not lifting the blade off and counting that cycle as one stroke. If that makes any sense . PM me for a YouTube link if anyone is interested - after all, a sharp Lambsfoot is a happy Lambsfoot

Lots of fans of the Sharpmaker on here; it's making for some educational reading. I've only ever been after a decent working edge, but I feel I better up my game to be a true Guardian

What a cool photo David there's so much history whereas over here I think this is the oldest building we have is the NWMP barracks

Thanks Dave, that's fantastic! I'd love to visit that. I always thought the early Canadian Mounted Police had an air of the romance and adventure about them.

Beautiful pic of old ruins David.

Have a great Saturday all!

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Great flock, r8shell. You've got your bases covered with that group.

Thanks chaps, it's the ruins of Wycoller Hall in the hamlet of Wycoller in the county of Lancashire. Built in stages from 1550 it was derelict by the mid-19th century.

If anyone is a fan of the classical romances Wycoller Hall was apparently inspiration for "Ferndean Manor" in Charlotte Bronte's novel "Jane Eyre".

The 15th century packhorse bridge

And the famous 'Clam Bridge'. A bit of argument as to how old this is. Many believe it's Iron Age so about 2500 years old, but some think it's medieval; about 14th or 15th century. But there's evidence to suggest it's actually an old standing stone, dug up and reused as a bridge. So Iron Age then...

(My lambsfoot is perched on the end).

https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryMagazine/DestinationsUK/Wycoller-Lancashire/

Wow, you Guardians are really posting some amazing pics, well done folks As well as my AC, I ended up taking Lucy to York with me, as she had stowed away in my pocket I think she (or I) may have been cursed by the BFO though! The rain had just dropped to a drizzle, and the sun was starting to poke through the clouds, when I took this pic in front of the ruins of St Mary's Abbey (goes back to about 1974 ). I was just taking a second pic, when a gust of wind, blew Lucy from her four foot high perch onto the stone flags below! But Lucy fell like a cat (or bat!), and survived without so much as a blemish! Phew! Perhaps she's still undead after all!

What do they say about March. "In like a lion, out like a lamb...?"
Glad there was no permanent damage to Lucy Museum Gardens is looking a bit empty though; where was everyone?

Actually, the oldest building left is the old Canmore Hotel which is a little farther up the street it was built in 1890

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That first picture is great It got me looking at hotels in Canmore. Is Canmore a bit of a tourist destination? Because you've got more hotels than you can shake a stick at

donn That meat pie looks as tasty as your Lamb accompaniment.

A depiction of Jack Black inducting the newest Members into the Ancient Order of the Guardians of The Lambsfoot. (Jack is the one on the upper left).

They were thanks! Hey's Butchers of Burnley, Lancashire.
That's a great shot; they all look very solemn though. I'd expect at least a smirk having such a handsome knife as that one

I was traveling all last week. The Airbnb place we stayed in had a well stocked kitchen with a terribly dull knife. Fortunately a sharp lambsfoot was packed in my checked luggage. The result, a well-earned patina:

That's from onions, potatoes, sausage, kale, apples, and a lemon. It'll probably fade after oiling and return to normal routine, but wanted to capture and share it while it lasts.

What stunning colouring Great shot

 

[dc50]

Good Morning!

 

[Jack Black]

Thanks Jack. That is hopefully good news. A Tom's Choice Barlow with a lambsfoot would be wonderful, though I suspect rather hard to get hold of on this side of the Atlantic. If anyone can twist GECs arm I imagine Charlie is the chap to do it. Fingers crossed.

The TC stands for 'Tidioute Cutlery' rather than 'Tom's Choice' Wayne, but as far as I understand it, the knife won't be a Barlow. Charlie's first-run of 'Ancient' Barlows used a blade very close in style to a Lambsfoot though (again you'll find a reference in the index)

 

[WDJ]

Thought I would go for a family group shot this morning.

 

[Half/Stop]

You too Ron, nice choice

Thanks Jack!

Thanks for the tip Rachel, I could see that was a risk after I started using it. I'd already scratched a knife by accidentily running it off the edge of CC4 stone I had. I've figured out how to finish the sharpening stroke as the blade reaches the wooden block





Lots of fans of the Sharpmaker on here; it's making for some educational reading. I've only ever been after a decent working edge, but I feel I better up my game to be a true Guardian



Thanks Dave, that's fantastic! I'd love to visit that. I always thought the early Canadian Mounted Police had an air of the romance and adventure about them.





Thanks chaps, it's the ruins of Wycoller Hall in the hamlet of Wycoller in the county of Lancashire. Built in stages from 1550 it was derelict by the mid-19th century.

If anyone is a fan of the classical romances Wycoller Hall was apparently inspiration for "Ferndean Manor" in Charlotte Bronte's novel "Jane Eyre".

The 15th century packhorse bridge

And the famous 'Clam Bridge'. A bit of argument as to how old this is. Many believe it's Iron Age so about 2500 years old, but some think it's medieval; about 14th or 15th century. But there's evidence to suggest it's actually an old standing stone, dug up and reused as a bridge. So Iron Age then...

(My lambsfoot is perched on the end).

https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryMagazine/DestinationsUK/Wycoller-Lancashire/



What do they say about March. "In like a lion, out like a lamb...?"
Glad there was no permanent damage to Lucy Museum Gardens is looking a bit empty though; where was everyone?



That first picture is great It got me looking at hotels in Canmore. Is Canmore a bit of a tourist destination? Because you've got more hotels than you can shake a stick at



They were thanks! Hey's Butchers of Burnley, Lancashire.
That's a great shot; they all look very solemn though. I'd expect at least a smirk having such a handsome knife as that one



What stunning colouring Great shot

Thank you for the great photos David! They’re very interesting and fascinating to see.

Good Morning!
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Looking good Dave! Nice choice!

 

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Thought I would go for a family group shot this morning. View attachment 1088646

Very nice group! They’re all nice but your Ironwood is a standout!

 

[Jack Black]

Thanks for the tip Rachel, I could see that was a risk after I started using it. I'd already scratched a knife by accidentily running it off the edge of CC4 stone I had. I've figured out how to finish the sharpening stroke as the blade reaches the wooden block





Lots of fans of the Sharpmaker on here; it's making for some educational reading. I've only ever been after a decent working edge, but I feel I better up my game to be a true Guardian



Thanks Dave, that's fantastic! I'd love to visit that. I always thought the early Canadian Mounted Police had an air of the romance and adventure about them.





Thanks chaps, it's the ruins of Wycoller Hall in the hamlet of Wycoller in the county of Lancashire. Built in stages from 1550 it was derelict by the mid-19th century.

If anyone is a fan of the classical romances Wycoller Hall was apparently inspiration for "Ferndean Manor" in Charlotte Bronte's novel "Jane Eyre".

The 15th century packhorse bridge

And the famous 'Clam Bridge'. A bit of argument as to how old this is. Many believe it's Iron Age so about 2500 years old, but some think it's medieval; about 14th or 15th century. But there's evidence to suggest it's actually an old standing stone, dug up and reused as a bridge. So Iron Age then...

(My lambsfoot is perched on the end).

https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryMagazine/DestinationsUK/Wycoller-Lancashire/



What do they say about March. "In like a lion, out like a lamb...?"
Glad there was no permanent damage to Lucy Museum Gardens is looking a bit empty though; where was everyone?



That first picture is great It got me looking at hotels in Canmore. Is Canmore a bit of a tourist destination? Because you've got more hotels than you can shake a stick at



They were thanks! Hey's Butchers of Burnley, Lancashire.
That's a great shot; they all look very solemn though. I'd expect at least a smirk having such a handsome knife as that one



What stunning colouring Great shot

How do you find that CC4 David? I'm not sure I really need to re-sharpen a knife in the field anymore, but you never know!

Fantastic pics my friend, I might have to see if I can get a visa to visit when the weather gets a bit better Thanks for the link too

Thank you for your concerns about Lucy's welfare Yes, it was 9.40am and I was on my own in the gardens, in fact the whole of the city centre was very quiet until an hour later. I guess all the tourists must want a lie-in and/or be nursing hangovers!

Hope you're not having to work today David, and that you have a nice Sunday It's actually stopping pouring it down here, so I might sneak out for a walk

Good Morning!
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Great pic Dave, have a good day my friend

 

[Jack Black]

Thought I would go for a family group shot this morning. View attachment 1088646

Fantastic Threesome Wayne

 

[dc50]

Looking good Dave! Nice choice!

Thanks, Fellas have a great day!

Great pic Dave, have a good day my friend

 

[screened porch]

Webster's 7th New Collegiate Dictionary, my favorite desk dictionary. Best complete dictionary is the OED. I have a compact edition with magnifying glass.

I have one of those microscopic OEDs too.
Funny I thought I recognized your knife page, but it isn't the same at all.

The Webster's New Int'l 2nd ed unabridged was the one my dad had to have.

 

[JohnDF]

Morning Guardians, I hope everyone is having a pleasant weekend Pretty miserable weather here again today, and since I've got plenty to do indoors, ordinarily I'd be more than happy to stay in. I've been walking 5 miles a day though (Day 54 today), so I'm going to have to find somewhere to go to at some point! Going to need a raincoat by the look of it Hope everyone has a lovely Sunday I think I'm going to hang out with Lucy again today

I was outside a lot yesterday and did a ton of walking. I'll be happy to stay inside today and be a little lazy. Beautiful picture, Jack, and the ram sticker is an awesome keepsake.

Good morning and a good Sunday Guardians.

Happy Sunday to you too. I like the 'scratchy' stag on your Lamb.

Have a great Sunday Guardians!

Ron, that is beautiful looking wood on that Lamb. The light and the dark aren't streaks and they kind of blend together.

Good Morning!
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That's an interesting looking cross, Dave. You're finding some cool props to share with us.

Thought I would go for a family group shot this morning. View attachment 1088646

And what a beautiful family it is.

The Webster's New Int'l 2nd ed unabridged was the one my dad had to have.

I had an old Webster's dictionary, but my son took it off to college. Yes, there are still kids out there using a dictionary, the historic value isn't totally lost on this generation.

 

[JohnDF]

My usual weekend carry...

 

[Jack Black]

Just got back from a walk, and getting some shopping in. It rained almost all the time I was out of the house, only stopping briefly a couple of times Nice to get out though

 

[screened porch]

I had an old Webster's dictionary, but my son took it off to college. Yes, there are still kids out there using a dictionary, the historic value isn't totally lost on this generation.

Nice to hear.
This is a Webster's Third, three volumes, $5 at the Lansing library book store.

Neither it or the OED has our blade shape.

 

[Jack Black]

I have one of those microscopic OEDs too.
Funny I thought I recognized your knife page, but it isn't the same at all.

The Webster's New Int'l 2nd ed unabridged was the one my dad had to have.

I had a two volume "Shorter" OED at one time, haven't got it now unfortunately

I was outside a lot yesterday and did a ton of walking. I'll be happy to stay inside today and be a little lazy. Beautiful picture, Jack, and the ram sticker is an awesome keepsake.

Good stuff John I know what you mean my friend! Thank you very much

My usual weekend carry...

Looking good as ever

 

[joeradza]

Good morning on this cold and rainy Sunday.