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Squirrel442

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Friends call me Squirrel on the account I am easily distracted and jittery :D

16 years Air Force stationed at Barksdale AFB in Shreveport Louisiana. Always had a fascination with swords and knives. Through my Military career I have collected/been issued some pretty neat combat style blades.

I have spent a lot of time in the "field", and there is no substitute for a good knife.

Looking forward to chatting with yall. I'll post up pics of my blades when I get some good shots.
 
Always had a fascination with swords and knives
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The words fascination and knife in the same sentence. I believe you have come to the right place.

Welcome.
 
Thanks for your service and welcome to the forum. I think you'll enjoy your stay here so long as you keep your wallet locked away whenever someone posts pictures.
 
Welcome! I'm right behind you with 12 years in. I'll let you go first, but I'll chime in with a few issued knives in a bit.
 
They have mystical powers.

I received my first real knife when I was about 12. I remember we were out camping in Yosemite National Park when a 6 foot back bear came into camp, my mom and sisters where so scared. Dad was out fishin, so I pulled out my 2" blade and ran after that bear like a seasoned warrior.

I watched too much He-Man growing up, but in that case it worked out great.
 
Retired after 20 myself. Always had an affection or interest in knives but it was the knives I used while in service that really got me into it so I completely understand.

BFC is a great place with a lot of good folks who love to share and help out. Take you time' get a feel, and enjoy your stay!

Great story bythe way!
 
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Here are some of the fixed blades

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Folders

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My Swords

SGC 9260 Spring Steel and a few 1060 Carbon Steels (backyard beaters :D)

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Welcome, Squirrel! I finished my 20 last year. Started in SP with a SAK, then Leatherman PST, moved on to Spyderco, Gerber (Gator is one of my favorites!), SOG, Cold Steel, bigger Leathermans (Leathermen?) Becker, too many others to recall. Never issued any, though.
 
Welcome to all you folks and I appreciate your service to our great country.
Sonnydaze
 
Thank you all for the warm welcome.

Thanks to those who served or like me are currently serving.

DougB2,

Sorry you never got issued a bladed tool. :eek:
 
Welcome to the fold. Enjoy your time here, may it be a long one. I look forward to discussing and debating knives with you :D
 
Ok here are the names of the knives

1) Gerber 06995 Silver Trident Sheath Knife with Double Serration Edge

2) Benchmade Dive Knife with Black Blade

3) MINI SOGTAC TINI

4) Benchmade Auto Stryker Folding Knife

5) BlackHawk MOD CQD Mark I Dieter Masters of Defense Knife (My EDC while on duty)

6) Zero Tolerance ZT0121 Ranger Green Fixed Blade Knife ZT121. Uncle Sam did not buy that one, my troops gave it to me as a going away gift.

Here is some better pictures of the auto open knives

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