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Revised my post everyone :) My custom collection so far... Whatcha think?
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Thanks for posting the pictures, there is some very impressive work there!
Thanks!
Everything from the "Tighe Coon" on down I bought since the end of June. And then from from the Takeda on down has happened in the last three weeks. I ended up inheriting some money (a lot less than it would seem), and bought that Takeda through the balisong within a week, most over a weekend. There had been so many knives that showed up that I fell in love with, and that Rastor had been on the site for two weeks. I was so worried that someone else was going to get it that I just went seriously nuts. Now I remember it was over the 4th of July weekend and the week after.
I think I drove chris at AZCK crazy because I was sending all kinda of emails over that weekend with buyer's remorse, feeling like I bought all kinds of the wrong knives, along with having spent so god damn much in the first place. He helped me feel better by letting me know that I had a pretty rounded setup with established makers and makers that were getting more and more buzz here in the US.
But having some independent verification that I'm not a moron (well, I am for buying custom knives without knowing shot about who's who, though I have knowledge about materials and such). So thanks for that y'all.
I had mentioned the '81 911 that my dad left me, which needs(-ed) a bunch of work. So now my focus is on the Porsche because, AMAZINGLY(!!!), modifying and restoring a damn classic Porsche 911 is less expensive.
So... Dammit... I need to pick up a less expensive habit than either of the above.
Crack or heroin woul probably fit the bill just fine.
Heh.
Michael
Everything from the "Tighe Coon" on down I bought since the end of June. And then from from the Takeda on down has happened in the last three weeks. I ended up inheriting some money (a lot less than it would seem), and bought that Takeda through the balisong within a week, most over a weekend. There had been so many knives that showed up that I fell in love with, and that Rastor had been on the site for two weeks. I was so worried that someone else was going to get it that I just went seriously nuts. Now I remember it was over the 4th of July weekend and the week after.
I think I drove chris at AZCK crazy because I was sending all kinda of emails over that weekend with buyer's remorse, feeling like I bought all kinds of the wrong knives, along with having spent so god damn much in the first place. He helped me feel better by letting me know that I had a pretty rounded setup with established makers and makers that were getting more and more buzz here in the US.
But having some independent verification that I'm not a moron (well, I am for buying custom knives without knowing shot about who's who, though I have knowledge about materials and such). So thanks for that y'all.
I had mentioned the '81 911 that my dad left me, which needs(-ed) a bunch of work. So now my focus is on the Porsche because, AMAZINGLY(!!!), modifying and restoring a damn classic Porsche 911 is less expensive.
So... Dammit... I need to pick up a less expensive habit than either of the above.
Crack or heroin woul probably fit the bill just fine.
Heh.
Michael
Oh, I have a question...
I've read a bit about knife care, but there are so many damn products out there and so many recommendations that I don't know what to go with.
Based on what y'all see that I have, what would you recommend so that I can make sure that I keep these pieces in the condition that they are in? I have read about oils, waxes, polishes, etc etc. But I'd like to get a kind of Rx for my collection.
Thanks to anyone who helps with this question.
And I really appreciate the feedback.
Michael
I've read a bit about knife care, but there are so many damn products out there and so many recommendations that I don't know what to go with.
Based on what y'all see that I have, what would you recommend so that I can make sure that I keep these pieces in the condition that they are in? I have read about oils, waxes, polishes, etc etc. But I'd like to get a kind of Rx for my collection.
Thanks to anyone who helps with this question.
And I really appreciate the feedback.
Michael
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For damascus and carbon steel blades I highly recommend a light coat of Camelia oil. For ivory and stag handles, immersion in mineral oil twice a year has worked very well for me to mitigate against shrinking and cracking. Best overall protection for your blades (apart from safe storage) is a controlled environment, particularly with respect to humidity.
Roger
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Hi Michael,
I started my collecting with a small inheritance, too. Go s l o w l y on this. I have only 20% of the knives I purchased from that exuberant period, but ZERO regrets. Your tastes will evolve.
I'm also a car guy. So I understand feeding that addiction. I can regain at least 75% of my knife purchases. Not so much on used turbos....
Sloth: unsubscribed? Why so harsh? Michael is a new collector and is stating so. I don't remember your collection display.
Buying a camera does not guarantee quality photos. How well I know.
The scrim on that Raptor is chilling.
Coop
I started my collecting with a small inheritance, too. Go s l o w l y on this. I have only 20% of the knives I purchased from that exuberant period, but ZERO regrets. Your tastes will evolve.
I'm also a car guy. So I understand feeding that addiction. I can regain at least 75% of my knife purchases. Not so much on used turbos....
Sloth: unsubscribed? Why so harsh? Michael is a new collector and is stating so. I don't remember your collection display.
Buying a camera does not guarantee quality photos. How well I know.
The scrim on that Raptor is chilling.
Coop
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When I started I was into folders. Then many years later started getting into fixed blades. Then sold alot of my folders to get fixed blades. Now I am trying to get more folders again because I really miss them. But im suddenly completely loving daggers now. Both folding and not. Custom knives, like i said are endless fun and craziness. Keep it up. Get to knife shows. Get involved. Its a great community! And its great to have new guys involved.
I love to recommend to any collectors that will listen that if they don't mind publicly displaying their knives, they should start a gallery on fototime.com. Its great to have everything in one place and everyone can see it right away if they want to. For me it helps keeping knives flowing in and out. People see pictures, they make offers or they at least tell you to contact them when particular knives become ready for sale.
Keep it up. Get to knife shows. Get involved. Its a great community! And its great to have new guys involved.I love to recommend to any collectors that will listen that if they don't mind publicly displaying their knives, they should start a gallery on fototime.com. Its great to have everything in one place and everyone can see it right away if they want to. For me it helps keeping knives flowing in and out. People see pictures, they make offers or they at least tell you to contact them when particular knives become ready for sale.
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Sweet! I wake up and there's all kinds of really nice comments and advice for me. Now THATS what I'm talkin' 'bout. Hehe
So, as far as the oil coating and the soaking ivory in mineral oil... I know this makes me sound super ignorant, so I know what to look for with the camellia oil. Now, as far as the mineral oil, where would I be able to get it? And when I'm soaking the ivory in the oil, am I literally immersing the knife in the oil for a certain amount of time (if so how long?) or do you mean to use, say, an oil saturated cloth towel and wrap the knife and hope that the ivory absorbs the minerals and maintains it's moisture. I figure ESPECIALLY with the bob sky knife, which already has a lot of age in it, I'm going to have to make sure to take extra care with it.
As far as environment, I had read a thread on here a while ago about how some people keep a small cup of water in their display case to maintain humidity inside the case. I think that since I live in san francisco, which has a very temperate climate in general. Our air never gets TOO dry, but it will occasionally get very humid, but only when it's cold, hence our reputation for getting lots of fog.
I haven't gotten a display case yet. I'd like to get one that I can mount to the wall so I can have the knives properly visible. Are there any suggestions on a good place to go to get a good sized case that is good quality at a nice price?
And thanks for the help Coop. I'm definitely backing off SIGNIFICANTLY on buying more knives at this time.
Having inherited the 911 from my late father, and since he was very sick over the last three years of his life, his attention to maintaining the car waned significantly... So I feel an obligation to make the car into a he'll of a nice example of a 911 SC, as well as take it past where he would have had it cleaned up to and make it MY car now. It is a targa (foe those who know, yup it leaks, but my replacement targa top is arriving via ups today... And for those who don't, they are awesome because they feel like a convertible with that top removed, but there is extra maintenance to go along with having that removable top.) the leaks have destroyed a lot of the carpeting on the interior and warped the door panels and door pockets. And since I go to the track about once a month and drive the 911 on the track, I've slowly accumulated all of the parts I need to change the suspension in to a much more track appropriate setup, by far. I also just ordered some custom wheels for the car that are a 3 piece, forged version of the classic Fuchs that came on the car stock. I should have them in the next couple weeks. I'm really psyched. Then I'm installing a ducktail, etc etc. I already have installed a factory sport seat on the passenger side and installed a spark Milano 2 seat in beige alcantara for my driver's seat. Etc etc. (sorry, I know this isn't a car board. )
That being said, Coop, which marque is your poison? You mentioned turbos. I'm an Audi guy. My other car is an '83 UrQuattro (turbo quattro coupe - it is the first all wheel drive sports car made. It was the first all wheel drive In rally racing, and is responsible for the AWD revolution in that sport. So all y'all who have WRXs and Evos can thank Audi for your cars... Hehe).
Oh, and coop, you take some amazing pictures. I mean, WOW. I looked through many pages of your pictures thread. You're so lucky to have been able to see and handle all of those amazing knives. Congratulations on being so successful with your photos.
Anywu, I've typed enough. My thumbs are getting tired. iPhones... Hehe
Michael
So, as far as the oil coating and the soaking ivory in mineral oil... I know this makes me sound super ignorant, so I know what to look for with the camellia oil. Now, as far as the mineral oil, where would I be able to get it? And when I'm soaking the ivory in the oil, am I literally immersing the knife in the oil for a certain amount of time (if so how long?) or do you mean to use, say, an oil saturated cloth towel and wrap the knife and hope that the ivory absorbs the minerals and maintains it's moisture. I figure ESPECIALLY with the bob sky knife, which already has a lot of age in it, I'm going to have to make sure to take extra care with it.
As far as environment, I had read a thread on here a while ago about how some people keep a small cup of water in their display case to maintain humidity inside the case. I think that since I live in san francisco, which has a very temperate climate in general. Our air never gets TOO dry, but it will occasionally get very humid, but only when it's cold, hence our reputation for getting lots of fog.
I haven't gotten a display case yet. I'd like to get one that I can mount to the wall so I can have the knives properly visible. Are there any suggestions on a good place to go to get a good sized case that is good quality at a nice price?
And thanks for the help Coop. I'm definitely backing off SIGNIFICANTLY on buying more knives at this time.
Having inherited the 911 from my late father, and since he was very sick over the last three years of his life, his attention to maintaining the car waned significantly... So I feel an obligation to make the car into a he'll of a nice example of a 911 SC, as well as take it past where he would have had it cleaned up to and make it MY car now. It is a targa (foe those who know, yup it leaks, but my replacement targa top is arriving via ups today... And for those who don't, they are awesome because they feel like a convertible with that top removed, but there is extra maintenance to go along with having that removable top.) the leaks have destroyed a lot of the carpeting on the interior and warped the door panels and door pockets. And since I go to the track about once a month and drive the 911 on the track, I've slowly accumulated all of the parts I need to change the suspension in to a much more track appropriate setup, by far. I also just ordered some custom wheels for the car that are a 3 piece, forged version of the classic Fuchs that came on the car stock. I should have them in the next couple weeks. I'm really psyched. Then I'm installing a ducktail, etc etc. I already have installed a factory sport seat on the passenger side and installed a spark Milano 2 seat in beige alcantara for my driver's seat. Etc etc. (sorry, I know this isn't a car board. )
That being said, Coop, which marque is your poison? You mentioned turbos. I'm an Audi guy. My other car is an '83 UrQuattro (turbo quattro coupe - it is the first all wheel drive sports car made. It was the first all wheel drive In rally racing, and is responsible for the AWD revolution in that sport. So all y'all who have WRXs and Evos can thank Audi for your cars... Hehe).
Oh, and coop, you take some amazing pictures. I mean, WOW. I looked through many pages of your pictures thread. You're so lucky to have been able to see and handle all of those amazing knives. Congratulations on being so successful with your photos.
Anywu, I've typed enough. My thumbs are getting tired. iPhones... Hehe
Michael
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Michael - the minerl oil you can get at most pharmacies - just ask for the pure, non-scented stuff. It's real cheap.
You don't need to immerse the whole knife - just the handle. I use an old plastic ice cream bucket (small) - fill it 3/4 with mineral oil, and put the knife in handle-first with the blade sticking out. Leave it overnight, take it out, wipe off the excess oil, and you're good. Some people have found that the oil will slightly darken ivory or stag, but that has not been my experience. And don't do this on wood handles.
For the Camelia oil, just wipe a thin, even coat over the blade (and any damascus or carbon fittings). A little goes a long way. I buy mine from bladegallery dot com, but you can find it a bunch of places on the web.
Roger
You don't need to immerse the whole knife - just the handle. I use an old plastic ice cream bucket (small) - fill it 3/4 with mineral oil, and put the knife in handle-first with the blade sticking out. Leave it overnight, take it out, wipe off the excess oil, and you're good. Some people have found that the oil will slightly darken ivory or stag, but that has not been my experience. And don't do this on wood handles.
For the Camelia oil, just wipe a thin, even coat over the blade (and any damascus or carbon fittings). A little goes a long way. I buy mine from bladegallery dot com, but you can find it a bunch of places on the web.
Roger
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Welcome to custom knives, I hope you will find many years of interest and enjoyment like many of us have.
Thank you for sharing your collection with us.
Like others, I would only caution you to be patient in the selection of your early knives as your taste will change over the next couple years.
Be sure to give those floor pans a real good check on the 911 when you have the old carpet out. They are very susceptible to corrosion on the 911 and especially the Targa's.
Best of luck on both endeavors.
Thank you for sharing your collection with us.
Like others, I would only caution you to be patient in the selection of your early knives as your taste will change over the next couple years.
Be sure to give those floor pans a real good check on the 911 when you have the old carpet out. They are very susceptible to corrosion on the 911 and especially the Targa's.
Best of luck on both endeavors.
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This thread turned the proper direction. ^^^ Some great advice.
Michael: Go to YouTube and see my rides. (Twin turbo Infiniti G37. This year.)
Coop
Michael: Go to YouTube and see my rides. (Twin turbo Infiniti G37. This year.)
Coop
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Ya'll really need to check out Coop's 1/4 mile runs. OUTRAGEOUS!
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Coop cool stuff, like that Infinity a lot. Unfortunately there isn't much allowed over here in regard to tuning a legal street car. The only thing I could do is have my Alfa Romeo Giulietta QV chiptuned. At least it improved the hp and torque with quite a bit (as you can see when you compare the results).
Some nice knives, especially the one with the Garbo scrim, in your first acquisitions, but listen to the veteran collectors and don't go all out in the beginning and let your taste mature.
Marcel
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Really nice stuff, some stunning choices. And I'm glad I'm not the only one who uses their Zubeng knives! They are too good NOT to use! I use Renwax myself for preservation, but I'm no expert on this, my "collection" is 99% users. Thanks for sharing.