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Nothing special, but I like it
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You've found that you like it, therefore it IS special. That's the best reason to buy and carry a knife, don't you think? 
The pic brought a smile to my face. That is a unique handle on that puppy.
The pic brought a smile to my face. That is a unique handle on that puppy.
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I have a question, what is the allure of these type of knives..i see a lot of people spending a lot of money...they seem like "old guy" knives...and i truely dont mean to offend...what's the deal..why not a spyderco or kershaw?
The same reasons you prefer a Spyderco or a Kershaw. People like different things.
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As stated, pretty much different strokes for different folks. The "lot of money" ones that you see are probably customs &, for the most part, they're a bargain in comparison to the price of a custom "modern" folder.
That aside, the allure of slip-joints (At least to me) is the different handle material & workmanship that goes into making a nice one. Also, there's something to having "an old guy" knife.
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Very well said:thumbup: That doesn't mean I don't like my modern folders, but damn there are some nice slipjoints out there, even in my collection
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Not what I expected, but It's really unique and cool. I'd carry it with pride.
I bought this 4 years ago off ebay. It was in a lot of knives that I purchased for a single knife in the lot. I think I paid $20 for 4 knives. The one I wanted was worth that to me. I don't even know the details of this knife. Another member posted some pictures of different Imperial tang stamps and the years they used each stamp. I figure I can trust that info, but it still doesn't give me any specifics. Irrespective of that, it really doesn't matter. I collect things that are pleasing to my eye or intellect and the value is of, well, no value to me. If that makes any sense?
I guess I have always been drawn to old school stuff. Cars, knives, aircraft, guns etc. It reminds me of what I imagine were simpler times.
I guess I have always been drawn to old school stuff. Cars, knives, aircraft, guns etc. It reminds me of what I imagine were simpler times.
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That's a great looking "Imperial" you have there. Very Cool!:thumbup:
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Well in my case anyways, I'm an old guy.
I don't carry slipjoints exclusively but I always have at least one in my pocket. Bein an old guy ain't so bad. iI's better then the alternative. I hope you make it to old guy status one day. :thumbup:
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I bet when you need to cut something it cuts it too!
That's all that matters.
That's all that matters.
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The allure is simple. These types of small pockets knives will do 98% of everything you need a "pocket knife" to do. Plus there small, and come in tons of different styles. Not everyone is a Couch Ninja and needs a Spyderco Military. No offence intended. Maybe the "old guys" know something. At least that's what I keep telling my kids.
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