Let's see your good old basic fixed blades, Bowie's, Stickers, etc.

How about a Classic vintage Remington RH-32 with a 4 1/2 inch blade in the style of the Marbles Woodcraft influence..:cool:

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sunnyd said:
ron mathews,
That old Randall,, my gawwwd:eek:!! That knife is really a thing of beauty from the old man himself! You really can tell the knives old Bo had a hand in directly compared to the ones that came after. The older knives have the more primitive lines and Scagel influence that is so evident.. Thank You very kindly for sharing that sweet old hunting knife.
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Hi Sunnyd,

Thanks! My pleaure. I believe the blade was forged in the early 40's, but then handled in the mid 40's. I'll never know for sure. In any event it's a nice conversation piece.

Best,

Ron
 
Love that Buckbone, it sure gives a nicer look to the 119. I have some elk antler I have not known what to do with. One thing in common to all the knives on this thread(best current thread on bladeforums right now) is the character that is obvious in all the knives.
 
Here is another Marbles, this one is an Expert. This is one of the handfull that AG Russell offered some years ago when a small number of 60+ year old original Marbles blades that had been in storage were rediscovered. The blades were finished where needed and new knives were made using the old parts.
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Made by Queen? Well, I'm not sure anymore. This guy was made in 1999 or 2000. Just before Marbles was changing it's steel. That's why I bought a few of them. At the time, some of the models, not this one, were made with 52100 and that was to be discontinued for a less expensive steel. I am wanting to believe that up until at least 2000 these knives were made by Marbles. How the recent history of the Marbles brand vs. who makes them at the moment I am not quite sure.
Greg
 
I'm not sure either.

I bought a Marbles safety folder that is marked '03. The tang stamp says MSA Co. Gladestone Mich USA.

When I posted it in a collecting forum, it was called a piece of ****. But one member pointed out that the rights to produce under that name had been bought and they were being produced by Queen.

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Here are a couple from the '99-'00 era. Marbles did some customized versions of their standard patterns like these. I am pretty sure these blades were made of 52100 steel.
Greg

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A great set of knives, very attractive. Your pictures are pretty incredible as well, I like the border around the edges, nice touch..

Sunburst
 
Heres a nice Japanese blade, made by Shinichi Watanabe in Sanjyo City, Niigata, Japan. Its an 8" kuro-uchi, forged from Kintaro-ame steel, only 2mm thick. The handle is a traditional sanada-ami wrap. This blade is about the sharpest thing I have ever seen.

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Those Stag Cowboy's are impressive, very nice..And I'm ready to swap for that first Class Sheffield that's a beauty!!!
 
Here's a few of my "working blades".

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They are (L-R)
- 1984 vintage Buck model 184 (Buckmaster)
- Becker Brute
- Cold Steel Kukri
- Cold Steel SanMai Trailmaster
- (my own) hand made large bowie in 5160
- (my own) hand made large survival blade in 5160
 
m40,
Thanks for this phenomenal contribution of wonderful fixed blades! That old vintage Buckmaster is a much sought after sticker these days as you no doubt are aware of. I am very impressed with your handmades in 5160. The one on the end reminds me of a vintage Puma when one looks at the shape of the handle and large pin configuration. Did you grind these stock removal method? Or did you forge those yourself as well?. Either way they are very handsome working knives from the looks of them.

knowtracks,
I would also like to take this opportunity to Welcome you here into the blade forums 'fixed & folding' community just in case no one else has yet! All your recent posts and pictures are being very well received and enjoyed here!. Thank You.

Many Blessings,
Anthony
 
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