Moore Maker Boys Knife

Rusty1 said:
Mine turned up later than expected. Cannot be happier with this knife! The wood scales(white ash) looks amazing on both sides. I do like the polished front and the crocus finish on the blade, something you do not see much of on today's knife offerings. A snappy blade action both ways has to be a positive feature on a knife and this one does not disappoint. fit and finish is good all round, but I do think that large images tend to make something you cannot generally see with eye become displeasing and could sway someone away from a purchase. Not a bad thing you may think, but more knives for the rest of us.......LOL I do think Eric put together a definite winner on these boys knives. Thumbs up Eric, keep going with the good work and look forward to the next run.

Those of you that do not like the etch on the blade, may think twice about trying to remove it. This type of etch is not like the one seen on GEC knives, smooth to the touch. If you had a four wheeler you could go off roading over it. or even uses it as a nail file. Yes exaggerating but it will be noticeable if you don't have the correct tools for blade finishing.

Russell

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Thanks for adding more and providing your take on this knife. Alas, I was prompted to dig out all the csc boys knives examples I own. In the end, its that blade to handle ratio that always gets me. If these had a slightly larger proportioned blade, I wouldn't hesitate to add more to the collection. I'd like to think the knife can do with another .2 inch addition overall all to that blade profile. Also would hate to take a silicon disc to that etch :D:eek:
 
mrknife said:
Thanks for adding more and providing your take on this knife. Alas, I was prompted to dig out all the csc boys knives examples I own. In the end, its that blade to handle ratio that always gets me. If these had a slightly larger proportioned blade, I wouldn't hesitate to add more to the collection. I'd like to think the knife can do with another .2 inch addition overall all to that blade profile. Also would hate to take a silicon disc to that etch :D:eek:
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Anytime, no problem! I do recall you talking about the blade to handle ratio a while back.
 
Those looking for a #15 alternative should also consider the Camillus navy knife. Same size as the #15 and plenty of them on the second hand market.

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Rusty1 said:
Anytime, no problem! I do recall you talking about the blade to handle ratio a while back.
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yeah its one of the major retractions I have for this knife, other wise it wouldve been a great little knife, very close to the 14 to me. Ive given this knife many years of thought actually, in fact so many years, the original cscs were sold out. That is why I always check in when new examples pop up.
 
I’ve got one sitting in the “cart” and I’m hoping one of you guys will come and take it before I decide to spend. . .
 
mrknife said:
Thanks for adding more and providing your take on this knife. Alas, I was prompted to dig out all the csc boys knives examples I own. In the end, its that blade to handle ratio that always gets me. If these had a slightly larger proportioned blade, I wouldn't hesitate to add more to the collection. I'd like to think the knife can do with another .2 inch addition overall all to that blade profile. Also would hate to take a silicon disc to that etch :D:eek:
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Jack there's no way .2" could be added to this blade. You can see in this first photo that the tip of the blade ends just a hair past where the liner starts curving down to the butt of the knife. I've got it sitting right about were it would be in the finished knife. It's just about the ideal length.

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In the second photo I've also added the spring. If you make the blade any longer you have to start dropping it so the tip doesn't stick out of the back of the knife. This brings the blade closer to the spring greatly increasing the chance of blade rap in which case you have to start grinding the tip right back to the length of this blade. As you can see the .2" you requested would bring the blade right out to the end of the knife, actually resting on the spring. That's a blade length for a 3 1/2" knife, not a 3 3/8" knife such as this one. Even .1" would make it too long, you'd still be right on top of the spring. Keep in mind also that the spring and liner are raw parts that will still have some material ground away when the knife is finished so the blade will actually sit just a bit lower than what you see here to keep it below the liner.

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You're probably thinking of some of the early CS boys knives that had the blades buffed so hard that they were actually shortened due to the tips being buffed right off. Knuckleheads. These blades are not the same.

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ea42 said:
Jack there's no way .2" could be added to this blade. You can see in this first photo that the tip of the blade ends just a hair past where the liner starts curving down to the butt of the knife. I've got it sitting right about were it would be in the finished knife. It's just about the ideal length.

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In the second photo I've also added the spring. If you make the blade any longer you have to start dropping it so the tip doesn't stick out of the back of the knife. This brings the blade closer to the spring greatly increasing the chance of blade rap in which case you have to start grinding the tip right back to the length of this blade. As you can see the .2" you requested would bring the blade right out to the end of the knife, actually resting on the spring. That's a blade length for a 3 1/2" knife, not a 3 3/8" knife such as this one. Even .1" would make it too long, you'd still be right on top of the spring. Keep in mind also that the spring and liner are raw parts that will still have some material ground away when the knife is finished so the blade will actually sit just a bit lower than what you see here to keep it below the liner.

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You're probably thinking of some of the early CS boys knives that had the blades buffed so hard that they were actually shortened due to the tips being buffed right off. Knuckleheads. These blades are not the same.

Eric
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Thank you for the dissection pictures and thorough explanation Eric! The csc Boys pattern is a knife Ive always wanted even when they were on the ole ag russell site. Back then hesitation cost me my opportunity. Schematically, Ive always only eyeballed it and thought about it in theory without seeing the working parts pre-assembly. However having seen it in its pieces at various stages helps me visualize why the specs cant be. So maybe .1 to .15 perhaps :D:D:D The blades are not the same you say? hmmm :eek: I did dig out all of my examples the other day, so maybe another will have to join the brethren.
 
I bought two. White ash and Osage Orange. The blade isn't centered on the Ash, but it doesn't rub, so it doesn't bother me. The shield on the Osage has a gap around part of it. Other than those nits, mine are fine knives. They are also quite a bit cheaper than my Red Trouts. I'm glad I bought them. There aren't going to be any more CSC's so I got them while they are available. I missed out on the second round of Red Trouts. :oops:
These are bigger than the GEC 14 btw.
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mbkr said:
I bought two. White ash and Osage Orange. The blade isn't centered on the Ash, but it doesn't rub, so it doesn't bother me. The shield on the Osage has a gap around part of it. Other than those nits, mine are fine knives. They are also quite a bit cheaper than my Red Trouts. I'm glad I bought them. There aren't going to be any more CSC's so I got them while they are available. I missed out on the second round of Red Trouts. :oops:
These are bigger than the GEC 14 btw.
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do you have one to show side by side in comparison?
 
I’m having trouble parting with the money for it.. it’s not necessarily about the money, but the more I read this thread as it extends, the better it starts to sound.. :rolleyes:
 
JohnDF said:
I know you aint done buying...
So, what's one more knife? :D
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Seeing it next to that 14 and 15 is making a very convincing argument of its own. I keep telling myself, "You don't need another knife to carry," and then, "Yes, but you sold your #15 clip that you used all the time."
 
JTB_5 said:
Seeing it next to that 14 and 15 is making a very convincing argument of its own. I keep telling myself, "You don't need another knife to carry," and then, "Yes, but you sold your #15 clip that you used all the time."
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Well, acquisitiveness won out. I've got an ash on order. Hopefully the will look at my comments and find a nice wide grained one.
 
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