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Well, it had to happen sooner or later. I broke down and bought a Canoe.
No not that kind of Canoe.
This kind,
I saw this knife listed and the pull was too great to resist.
I may not post up here a ton. At least not yet. But that doesn't mean I don't pay attention. The lure of the traditionals is strong. As a new fan it can be a bit overwhelming. All the names, and associated blades and sizes. Handle types, shapes, and makes.
It ends up being Stockmans and Barlows, and Canoes, Oh My! So much information and all the subtle little nuances. As a Canoe person. I guess I was sort of natuarelly drawn the the Canoe. Not to mention it is easy for a neophyte to identify.
I wasn't really quite ready to purchase one. Sort of like saving up before you have kids. If you wait until you're 100% ready. It'll never happen.
Then this knife above popped up for sale on another forum. It looked like my canoe. It had dark green bone handles, and Spruce Trees. It reminded me of home here in the Adirondacks. The bait was there, but I didn't take the hook.
I nudged it a bit. Commenting on what a beautiful knife it was. Almost hoping someone else would pounce on it, and I could get away. But the original owner got in touch and made me a very generous offer. Before I new it I had swallowed the hook.
I have been reading here for quite some time. And it seems the Canoe patternn has its fans and detractors. Not surprising really. Almost every knife is like that. But almost everyone agrees they are beautiful, and I concur.
This is probably a bit of a nice knife for my first foray into traditional folders. But I have never been one to dip my toes into the water. I usually take the plunge into the deep end of the pond. Plus I didn't see to many opportunities for this particular knife down the road.
I have read many threads about the Canoe. Some folks here call it the Gateway Knife to traditionals. I'm not sure I'm ready for that rabbit hole. But I must say I am eagerly awaiting the arrival of this one.
***Full Disclosure***
The photos are not mine. They are from the seller. Mine will follow soon.
My thanks to everyone who participates up here in the Traditionals Forum. Not only for the information and feedback. But for the relaxed atmosphere, and peaceful way with which you conduct yourselves. In today;s world, it is a welcome respite.
To date this forum has assited my in the purchase of 3 Opinels, two this week actually. A Case M3 Finn, an Aito, now a Canoe. Probably helped with a Hess Knife or two as well.
LV,
No not that kind of Canoe.
This kind,
I saw this knife listed and the pull was too great to resist.
I may not post up here a ton. At least not yet. But that doesn't mean I don't pay attention. The lure of the traditionals is strong. As a new fan it can be a bit overwhelming. All the names, and associated blades and sizes. Handle types, shapes, and makes.
It ends up being Stockmans and Barlows, and Canoes, Oh My! So much information and all the subtle little nuances. As a Canoe person. I guess I was sort of natuarelly drawn the the Canoe. Not to mention it is easy for a neophyte to identify.
I wasn't really quite ready to purchase one. Sort of like saving up before you have kids. If you wait until you're 100% ready. It'll never happen.
Then this knife above popped up for sale on another forum. It looked like my canoe. It had dark green bone handles, and Spruce Trees. It reminded me of home here in the Adirondacks. The bait was there, but I didn't take the hook.
I nudged it a bit. Commenting on what a beautiful knife it was. Almost hoping someone else would pounce on it, and I could get away. But the original owner got in touch and made me a very generous offer. Before I new it I had swallowed the hook.
I have been reading here for quite some time. And it seems the Canoe patternn has its fans and detractors. Not surprising really. Almost every knife is like that. But almost everyone agrees they are beautiful, and I concur.
This is probably a bit of a nice knife for my first foray into traditional folders. But I have never been one to dip my toes into the water. I usually take the plunge into the deep end of the pond. Plus I didn't see to many opportunities for this particular knife down the road.
I have read many threads about the Canoe. Some folks here call it the Gateway Knife to traditionals. I'm not sure I'm ready for that rabbit hole. But I must say I am eagerly awaiting the arrival of this one.
***Full Disclosure***
The photos are not mine. They are from the seller. Mine will follow soon.
My thanks to everyone who participates up here in the Traditionals Forum. Not only for the information and feedback. But for the relaxed atmosphere, and peaceful way with which you conduct yourselves. In today;s world, it is a welcome respite.
To date this forum has assited my in the purchase of 3 Opinels, two this week actually. A Case M3 Finn, an Aito, now a Canoe. Probably helped with a Hess Knife or two as well.
LV,
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She has that feeling in her of the wild outdoors beckoning. I expect more pictures of her on sojourns reminiscent of a Louis and Clark expedition ! Welcome to the River ...the current is strong 
