New B.U.K. model (Basic Utility Knives)

J, So when you "choke" up one the knife (with index finger in the choil), does your pinkie rest on the handle? Or is it a "3 finger" knife?

Looks to me like all 4 fingers would be on the knife in the forward grip???

THANKS.
 
I probably shouldn't post here because I am only going to state the obvious, but I feel like pointing it out anyways.

The price these sold for was more than fair and still qualifies as cheap, not as cheap as others are selling for but still cheap.

The reason that they seem out of the ordinary is because there are a few makers here with top notch knives going out the door darn near at wallyworld prices. Those knives are underpriced, and we all know it. These knives sold at a low price, just not as low as we are used to seing for this size knife.

Let's face it there are production knives that sell all the time at more than three hundred dollars, the makers on these boards are selling knives because the love to make knives, not because it pays well. I am very curious as to how much an hour some of these guys make by the time they ship out a custom made knife at this type of price. I bet it would pay just as much to pump gas for minimum wage.

I keep waiting for the day these guys realize that they could tripple their prices and still sell every knife they make. I feel very fortunate to have been able to buy a couple of customs from underpriced knife makers, and I plan to pic up a couple more of them when funds and rotation space allow, a guy can only show off so many custom knives before coworkers start to make fun of all the money spent. It's a good thing my coworker don't recognize quality or they would think I have spent even more than I really did.

I just had to get that off my chest, I'm done now, and feel a lot better.

Thanks for the cool knives and keep up the good work.
 
HJ- No problem at all. I used the term in-expensive since most of my knives (the last couple years) have been more in the $400.00-$900.00 range so comparatively, they were in-expensive...I guess it's all perspective. I didn't take the comments badly so there's nothing to worry about there.
;)


Xaman- If you've got a large hand, it'll be a three finger knife. I don't have big hands, mine are pretty average with long fingers and I can get my pinkie on the knife... albeit it's on the end (lowest point of the handle) but, it's on there.

thegratenate- I appreciate your words as well. I agree there are several makers who make knives at prices I can't touch. That's part of the trouble being a full-time maker who also relies on knives alone to make a living. If it was only a hobby, I could probably sell knives for less but, as one of my mentors told me...making knives the way I do and for a living means you can cram a whole lot of experience into a short time. Making knives and playing with my 3 yr. old boy Danny are about the only things I really do all week, week after week. This being our sole income for the last three years...I like to think I'm giving folks their moneys worth whether it's a $150.00 neck knife or a $1,500.00 bowie.

Thanks again everyone,
J.
 
For those who haven't had the pleasure of handling on of J.'s knives, I can understand how these might seem "overpriced" for a "small EDC". Trust me, these are a deal. I haven't spent a whole lot of time with J., but even in the short amount of time I've spent in his company (and his shop, thanks again J.!) I can tell you that his quality far overshadows the "mere Journeyman's stamp" that his knives carry. I've seen work from some ABS Mastersmiths (who make damned fine pieces I must say) that aren't as nice in the fit & finish department as even a little EDC like this from J. Add to that that J. and Tess are simply fine folks and you should feel great about spending any amount of money on work from them.

Stop and think what it takes for you to make $175 at your job, then realize that your $175 of pay doesn't require materials and shop costs deducted.... THEN realize that for the craftsmanship involved in making these pieces that he's probably underpaid in comparison to you.

Talon158, you made a great purchase and won't be disappointed.

-d
 
The old saying goes "You get what you pay for" and in this case you get a great knife from a great maker at a very fair price. J is full time with mouths to feed, he could make $1000 knives instead and leave some of the BF guys out. You guys are lucky at $175. Size doesnt matter here. Any J. Neilson knife is an investment.
 
Theres a world of knives outside the forums, try going to any of the "big" knife shows and buying similar knives. I guarantee that their prices will be much higher, even from non-established and part time makers. I have been going to shows since 1990, especially Solvang, the Guild show and Blade. The knives for sale here all give incredible value for the money. Appreciate it, I do.
 
OK, you guys. I'm blushing now. I appreciate the kind words. We're just trying to make a good product that will last years for a fair price. Tess and I actually figured what we make per hour if this were a straight job.........I'm truly convinced we're not in this for the money.
:o :D :eek:
 
J is as solid and as all around-good guy as one could be. I am slightly offended and do hope that the silliness has ended. In the end one thing has happened, your quickness to reply has possibly caused J. to lose a possible sale.

Now, if someone were to try and stop me from earning a living and supporting me and mine, I would not be so nice. Please everyone, think about for sale threads as official business, and I am not even a mod here.


Ron LaBella
 
Being the owner of quite a few of Mr Nielson's knives, and the beautiful sheaths his wife makes, I can truthfully say these are inexpensive, and worth every penny. J makes some of the finest hand crafted knives I have ever had the pleasure of owning and putting to use. His knowledge of steel composition and his ability to swing a hammer speaks for itself. Stop and think about it for a minute..... Forged from a piece of steel, heat treated, handled, sharpened, hand polished and then shipped to you with a lifetime guarantee. And I'm sure I left out a few steps there as well.

Try that with Wall Mart:barf:

Oh yeah, J put me down for one in each color on the next run.......
Maybe even one in Jerzee Devil red bone......

Jimbo
 
I got mine today and I'm pleased. It's a little different than I had thought as to the thickness of the scales. I thought I wasn't going to like it initially but the longer I held it the better it felt.
J's work is always excellent. He don't make no junk! I have enough of his knives to know that. This one will have it's place too. Eventually one of my boys will get it I guess. They are beating me out of my rifles so I guess the knives will be next. They both need on of J's nice Scandi Bushcrafts that the TSA liked so well.;) :D :D
Always a pleasure doing business with J and Tess.:thumbup:
 
Thanks guys, you are way too kind. I actually think this thread has helped my sales on this model, maybe by keeping the thread up at the top of the list so much. I seem to have a whole bunch of orders for these now.

Maybe it's the knife itself..............naaaaa! ;)
 
R APPLEBY said:
I suppose that would be the mentality when you frequent WAL-MART to often, nothing like a good old $9.99 packy knife but hey, that's just my opinion. Nice J.
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No offence but, there's quite a difference between $175.00 and $9.99. Very nice knife would buy one if I could afford it.
 
I bought a bunch of knives at WalMart over the years that are approaching collectability now. In those days everything wasn't made in China. Even so I remember when everybody bitched about the "Made in Occupied Japan" label.
If you want a $9.99 you mostly get what you pay for. Every now and then you get a gem. Mostly no. Will it work-Yep. How long? Well who cares. It's good enough for now.
I got to a point in my life where I like nice knives. When I can afford them I buy them. I have a $9.99 in the tackle box or the car trunk and a knife by J on my belt.
 
J.,
I believe the fact that both of these fine knives sold within five hours of posting is testament to the fact that they were indeed reasonably priced from a great maker. As Bruce stated, the people here on the forum should appreciate the fact that all of your knives aren't the $1500 models, or few would ever have the pleasure of owning an example of your wares.
Good on ya!
Matt
 
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