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Hello Ladies and Gents. I haven't been here in a while, but I have something to share.
About a year ago, a friend named Alan, who was 86 at the time, and in poor health, had an old crate delivered to me and another family, to share the contents. When we opened it, there were about 100-150 knives in the crate. Fixed blades in sheaths, folders, lockbacks, slipjoints, you name it. Most were cheap, like he purchased them on a whim because he liked the look. There were some gems, though. My other friend got his old Kabar that he carried in Korea (I'm not bitter!). I gravitated to the traditionals, though. I found some old Case knives, and some others, including this (I hope I remember how to post pics):
I've wanted a 34OT for years, but couldn't justify another knife purchase. It was caked with dirt and pocket lint, but I cleaned and oiled it, and sharpened the edges, and it has been a constant companion for the last year. The spring on the main is a bit weak, but other than that, to me, it's perfect. I'm sitting here at work, looking at it, and remembering, because Alan died yesterday at the age of 87. I'm glad I have memories of our friendship, listening to his stories of service and faith, and simpler times. I'll be hoisting a few tonight.
Just wanted to share with our little traditional corner of the interwebs. Thanks, folks.
Ken
Edit: Thanks for the link on posting images!
About a year ago, a friend named Alan, who was 86 at the time, and in poor health, had an old crate delivered to me and another family, to share the contents. When we opened it, there were about 100-150 knives in the crate. Fixed blades in sheaths, folders, lockbacks, slipjoints, you name it. Most were cheap, like he purchased them on a whim because he liked the look. There were some gems, though. My other friend got his old Kabar that he carried in Korea (I'm not bitter!). I gravitated to the traditionals, though. I found some old Case knives, and some others, including this (I hope I remember how to post pics):
I've wanted a 34OT for years, but couldn't justify another knife purchase. It was caked with dirt and pocket lint, but I cleaned and oiled it, and sharpened the edges, and it has been a constant companion for the last year. The spring on the main is a bit weak, but other than that, to me, it's perfect. I'm sitting here at work, looking at it, and remembering, because Alan died yesterday at the age of 87. I'm glad I have memories of our friendship, listening to his stories of service and faith, and simpler times. I'll be hoisting a few tonight.
Just wanted to share with our little traditional corner of the interwebs. Thanks, folks.
Ken
Edit: Thanks for the link on posting images!
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