Ordered my first traditional

flipe8

flipe8

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I've been lurking for some time now, trying to make heads or tales out of traditional knives. I've been mostly looking at what caught my eye, knowing nothing about any of the knives. After seeing the 2007 Forum Knife, I had a pretty good idea that I wanted that one for sure. I think it's how the main blade is on one end by itself that appeals to me. I ordered from Sooner State and look forward to getting it. It's quite a bit different than my Spydies and Seb, but the idea of carrying a knife that is both functional and non-threatening seems like a hit to me. Could be that I get and it does nothing for me. Could be that I never look at another tactical. Who knows? The only way to find out was to get one in my hand.
 
Which specific knife did you order from Sooner State?

(You've got it right, there is a chance that in the near future, all your spydies will end up in the for sale area
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I ordered the royal blue jigged bone Cannitler. I don't know what that means, but I like the looks of it:).
 
From the Sooner State website:

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flipe8,

First of all, Welcome to the folksy fold here, partner!.:)

Second, I believe we gotcha!!. Because once you try Traditional most folks never go back to the tacticools.. Or at the very least they split they're interests and loyalty. There are many good reasons for this, but it does not take long to realize the form meets function rational behind it all..

Anyway, I wrote this to say Welcome, and to complement you on your new CSC Canntiler as she sure looks sweet in the picture our friend Blues has provided.. Also, I have ordered multiple slippy's from Sooner State, and can vouch for his stellar customer service and professional demeanor. It should be a very pleasant transaction from start to finish.

Best,
Anthony
 
Welcome to the traditonal side, flipe8.

You're right, it may or may not be for you, but look at it this way; if the one you ordered does not work out to your liking, there are lots of other traditonal patterns to try. Stockman, barlow, trappers, harness jacks, whittlers, canoes, peanuts, sodbusters, the list can go on and on.

And many of the patterns can be had with a wide variety of handle material. Jigged bone, stag, woods of many types.

I'm thinking that once you try traditionals, you'll like them.
 
I started with a case peanut. then within the first couple of weeks I had purchased a baby butterbean, tiny trapper, stockman, whittler, and congress. I carry a different one every day. My first three were case brand. after that i picked up some steel warriors and a rough rider. I would like to find some older knives next. The knives are very addicting.
 
Welcome to traditionals. Be prepared for conversion. LOL . just kidding, but the reality of enjoying the simplicities in life are revealed with these classic patterns and the stories and history of how they came to be and there places in peoples lives. For me this is the most enjoyable part of being a knife nut.
 
That's a great looking pattern. I had not seen it before the Forum knife last year. Is it a newer pattern?
 
Aside from nostalgia and aesthetics, slipjoints really work. I have yet to find a tac folder that is any good on a bagel or an apple. The thin, flat ground blades of traditionals do what blades are supposed to do- cut.

Frank
 
It took longer than I expected(thanks Canada Post:rolleyes:). I gotta be honest and say I'm not as satisfied as I had hoped to be. First, the knife is simply not as well finished as I had expected. The grinds are off a bit, the main blade isn't as centered as I'd like and the mid-sized blade is actually a bit twisted at the end. Yes, twisted. I'm also unimpressed by how the back springs aren't flush when either of the two smaller blades are opened. Both rise up a bit and stay there once opened. I also expected the main blade to snap open like a Victorinox. Instead, it just kinda opens with a dull, almost soft thud. It feels plenty strong and secure once opened, but still...
On the plus side, I do like the main blade shape and really like how it looks. It's also very comfy in-hand. I'm not really sure what I'm going to do. I can't see it replacing my SAK(nowhere near as practical, IMO), nor do I see it usurping my Seb. I'm actually temped to do something I've never done before-send it back for an exchange. Time will tell...
 
if you arent satisfied then you need to send it back if not it might just forever ruin you on traditionals, and we dont want that:) seriously sounds like QC problems, and the downside of not being able to handle them in person before purchasing, sucks but its your hard earned dollar and it sounds like its definitely got some issues, you have to be happy with the purchase, aint worth keeping if ya hate it cause its not right.

welcome to traditionals and good luck
ivan
 
A couple of us have seen some QC issues from CS, maybe growing pains for them? But from all accounts they are really good about making it right. Contact them and ship it back, they should fix it right up for you no problem. I know it's always disappointing to not get what you expected, but at least it's good to get good customer service to fix it.

And don't let it sour you on traditional knives. The fit and finish now a days can be a little spotty from any production maker, but when you have a good traditional knife in hand, it's a beautiful thing.

Syn
 
Canal Street is committed to good customer service. I have had a couple small issues--all of which were fixed to my satisfaction and with total professionalism.

Don't keep a sub standard knife--they will make it right.
 
I might send it back, but it's not really that bad. I wasn't trying to be an alarmist, but that sometimes happens.
 
Man I just purchased my first Traditional. A Case Trapper in Teak. WOW!!! I'm hooked.

I'm now looking at a Stockman and a Whittler.

I love these knives. My Spydie is now moving into retirement

H
 
:thumbup: UH OH Another one has been had ;) ,in a good way,good luck and hang on to your pocket book!!!
 
What I really, really like about the knife I bought is the size of the main blade in relation to the handle. It's massive!
 
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