Mike Alsdorf Knives

Hi Mike,

I like 3.5" knives as well but I also like Mike's teardrop jack. I tend to carry the teardrop jack during the week when my need to use a knife is limited. It really disappears into the pocket. For reference, it is roughly the same size as a Case Swayback Gent.

FWIW - I have men's medium hands.
 
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I've been a BF member since 2008, but only posted once before. This thread looked like it could use a little activity, so here are some pics of a couple fine Alsdorf slippys that came my way. The damascus Doctor once belonged to hardheart, I think it was posted earlier in the thread. The traditional amber jigged stag Doctor is one I got directly from Mike.

I bought these two and presented them to my Dad, the deal was that he got to choose whichever he liked best. They're very different styles for sure, but he was enamored with both. He checked them both out for a good hour before saying "I can't decide!" He wanted me to pick my fave, but I refused - this was Father's Day last year. We ended up doing it lottery-style. My daughter mixed them up and he picked blind. Dad ended up with the amber jigged stag, the one I figured he would pick anyway. He loves it and I've caught him showing it off on more than one occasion to his buddies.

Mike does wonderful work and I'm looking forward to another fine blade that we're talking about now. Great stuff.

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Does Mike use real Stag as a material?

On page 1 post #19 Gus has a knife that appears to be real Stag. Is that Stag or Bone?

When someone says "Amber Jigged Stag" does that always mean bone? (Like on the handsome knife on page 3 / post #54.)

Thanks,
Dave
 
Mike has been designing a new website. It doesn't look like his complete gallery is up yet but there are two patterns which I didn't realize that Mike makes: Gunstock and Equal End. Both are very nice looking.

- David
 
I just received an email from Mike, and a second Alsdorf knife will be coming my way. Here is the link to pics of the knife. http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/album.php?albumid=1188 I am really looking forward to this knife as I carry Wharnie mini-trappers a lot. This knife will be a user.

My third, and last knife from Mike, at least for a while, will be his lovely ivory micarta shadow trapper.
 
Very nice David. The black linen micarta shadow trapper is heading my and will by my first from Mike.
 
I recently laid out my mini-trappers, slimline trappers, regulars, etc., side-by-side. It's all good.
 
I'd like to share this fantastic knife that arrived from Mike this week. Here’s the specs:

• Slimline Trapper
• Shadow
• Amber "Shetland Jig" Bone
• 416 S.S. Liners and Fittings
• Liners Milled/Relieved
• Hand Finished Satin (1500 Grit)
• 440C Clip
• S.S. Pins
• Federal Shield

Wow, this is a sweet knife. It’s my fourth one from Mike and I have to say my favorite. Since carrying slipjoints over the last six years or so Mike’s knives have occupied my pocket more than any other.

I originally wanted the knife in amber jigged stag. Mike couldn’t source large enough pieces and found this Shetland jigged bone in his shop and thought it would look nice. At first I was hesitant, but I trusted Mike’s opinion and we went forward. Before this knife I wasn’t a huge bone fan. I’ve had some nice bone knives but this one has changed my mind on bone. It’s nice.

I like Mike’s clean work and precision. Mike’s excellent edge is at 20 degrees and so easy to keep razor sharp with my Sharpmaker. To me, Mike’s knives are perfect for office duty. And this new trapper is so thin and light I can hardly feel it in my slacks.
• Bone trapper: 44 grams / 1.55 ounces
• Ivory paper micarta trapper: 60 grams / 2.1 ounces

Since using Mike’s knives I’ve become a big fan of the 440C steel. I have never had any issues with corrosion and it holds a super edge for me.

My other knives from Mike (including the ivory micarta trapper) are mirror polished. I found that finish great in handling fine scratches on the blade. But, the finger prints sure do show up on the mirror polish. The satin finish on the new bone trapper does a good job at hiding the prints.

The shape of the handle feels really good in the hand…especially since there isn’t a second blade folded up and taking away from the ergonomics.

For comparison I took some photos of Mike’s Wharncliffe trapper. This has been my main carry knife for the last few years.

The last thing I would like to say about Mike’s work is the value. The price to quality ratio is outstanding. If you are on the fence about ordering one…go for it. As a repeat customer I can say with confidence that you won’t be disappointed.

Thank you Mike!



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These trappers are the same size…just over 3 ½ inches closed. It’s just the angle of the photos that makes one look bigger.

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Wow, I love that jigged stag slimline, it's beautiful. You are right about Mike's knives, they are great knives and are perfect for an office environment. Dave, if you don't mind my asking, what are your other two Alsdorf's knives?
 
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Wow, I love that jigged stag slimline, it's beautiful. You are right about Mike's knives, they are great knives and are perfect for an office environment.
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I agree. I carry my Alsdorf to the office almost every day. It's small enough not to take up too much room in my pocket and the blade is perfect for opening boxes or mail.

I love those slimlines that Mike is making, I need to get one.
 
Love those slimline trappers! What's the handle material on the white one?

Edit: Uh... I guess I should read the posts (in addition to looking at the photos) before I post! :o Ivory Micarta!
 
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