Let's talk Northwoods

HST said:
There is a direct line from MI to GA. I didn’t think it was gonna happen.

In all their ‘glory.’

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Thank you, KSF. Your improvements of purchasing has helped your consumers. I had to buy one at a time and was able to get three. I wouldn’t doubt that there’s some ‘fair play purchasing’ happening and those who where paying attention noticed.

As a member of the Porch, there’s some rehtoric and way too much inflammatory opinions being stated in this thread. We treat each other nicely out here, without underhanded comments, being sarcastic, or condescending remarks that are not well disguised as wit. Play nice and leave the garbage for other parts of the forum. One of the great aspects of the porch ,is we respect each other, don’t talk down to others, vendors, or use inappropriate speech for this sub forum.

@Peregrin @knarfeng
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I believe this wholeheartedly but I think a lot of people are tired of feeling attached for opinions that are not directed and anyone and are not personal. That is what this forum is for; to talk about your likes and dislikes about knives. Not to dig at each other. But I believe in standing up for yourself if need be. I know a lot of guys have PM'd me with similar feeling. Have we had this discussion before about investing or something earlier in this thread?
Oh sorry. no. It was a discussion on procuring and I chimed in on defense of the other dude.
 
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Peregrin said:
I couldn't say it better. Keep it civil and about the knives and the thread will be within the guidelines and enjoyable for all.
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I agree too and don't take things personally when an innocent opinion is stated and one does not agree. We can agree to disagree in a respectful way and not feel attacked because some feels it is a ding on a brand they love. I know others feel this way as many have stated this as well.
 
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Got mine today and very nice fit and finish. Love the nailbreaker pull. Gotta get some photos up when I get home.
 
22-rimfire said:
That would certainly be interesting. I suspect that KSF would like more quality players in the traditional field that they are comfortable carrying their product. I wonder if BRKT is expanding or just replacing equipment? If they begin making slip joints and the quality is consistent with their fixed blades, I think it will change the slippie playing field.

For the most part, I refuse to participate in these limited runs of Northwood knives that GEC makes for them. I will not sit and wait at my computer until the clock strikes 2:00 PM (or whatever) and then rush an order. I've done that. You all can play that game if you want to. But generally the Northwoods GEC made slippies are superb.
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Very good points and I comment you for them, even though I sit and wait ony computer at the top of the hour. I respect your thinking and you expressed them in a straightforward courteous way. And I don't necessarily agree with all of what you said!! But I clearly see your point.
 
NewBlades16 said:
Got mine today and very nice fit and finish. Love the nailbreaker pull. Gotta get some photos up when I get home.
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When you say "nailbreaker" pull do you feel it's too snappy or just right for a knife this size? I guess I'll know myself tomorrow when mine arrives :)
 
The #15 frame knives are usually easy to open in my opinion. Are they using different springs on these?
 
tomsch said:
When you say "nailbreaker" pull do you feel it's too snappy or just right for a knife this size? I guess I'll know myself tomorrow when mine arrives :)
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My nails are pretty short but I think the pull is pretty stout. You really have to yank on that nail nick to pull that blade out. I am not good with giving the pull a number so I won't even try .. But again, my opinion. Others may find the pull a bit soft on these.
 
LastRodeo said:
How does the pull compare to your #77?
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Definitely more stiff. But compared to the little bay, the little bay is stiffer than this 15. Also, I am just coming off the TC Barlows and the Calf Ropers, which I thought we surprising very soft.
 
MCar said:
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I don't follow BRKT as closely as others, buy I can confidently say they are expanding, not just replacing. They've spent A LOT of money on HAAS machinery. They are trying to produce more and more of their components in house (for fixed blades), but when people ask about folders, they respond that they are working towards it and that more machinery is coming. A BRKT slipjoint would be amazing. I love GEC. But 22-rimfire, I agree with you, the market is clearly demanding more high quality Slipjoints. The past 10 years has been really exciting for traditional slipjoints and Northwoods has absolutely been a part of that. I think the next 10 will be equally exciting.
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The slip joint playing field changed when GEC cranked up producing a near "custom knife" quality product. In recent years, it was either Case or Queen after Schrade closed their doors. Of course Canal Street was in the mix too.
 
GunGraber said:
I personally like them. They look classy
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I'm wondering if the classy end cap jive with the rustic blade. Seems like bare head might have been more apropos. But I won't know until I see one, in-person, I suppose.

Sounds like these are not pinch-able....
 
These are NOT pinchable. My burlap would not shut. Snap open fine but had to push it shut. Washed/scrubbed it out with Dawn, shot compressed air through it, sprayed Kroil in the pivot, compressed air and then gave it a few drops of QR. Worked it open/close two hundred times it now has a little snap shut! Hopefully gets better with use. Overall not that impressed with this 15 pattern Northwoods effort:( Hope yours works better but it is quite a good looking rascal!IMG_1517.jpg
 
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