Sincere Thanks to The Campbellclanman

Jack Black

Jack Black

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I received a long cardboard tube in the post today, which turned out to be from Duncan (Campbellclanman).

Inside the securely sealed package was a large print of myself and Stan Shaw, taken by Duncan’s good lady, Sue, during our memorable visit to Sheffield’s Kelham Island Industrial Museum (http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1106897-Interrupting-Stan-Shaw’s-Marmalade-Sandwich)



There were also some of the lovely old Sheffield cutlery labels, which Duncan recently posted about (http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1120890-Sheffield-knife-labels-check-these-out!!). These I think are absolutely amazing.





Duncan very kindly included a knife, made by the Sheffield cutlers Bowman & Pike. A piece of memorabilia, and perhaps something to spread some marmalade with (‘By Royal Appointment’ of course!) ;)





And then there are these two Lilliputian beauties, tiny and crafted with such care, each featuring an ear-spoon. Aren’t they incredible? The light is fading here, and I’m really sorry these shots atop my kitchen table really don’t do them justice.

By the way, that old penny, taken from my pocket and included for scale (it’s the same size as a US Half Dollar) has so far gone from me to Duncan and back again. So far...:)

Duncan, once again, thanks for your kindness and generosity. You’re a great friend.

Jack
 
Jack, you and Duncan both are such assets here. Two very well thought of members.

My hats off to both of you!!!

Paul
 
What a great story, knives and pics....!

Really made my day guys!!!!! Thank you!

Robert
 
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wow, ear spoons, I had no idea. I was wondering if those were for coke or tobacco snuff, thanks for setting me straight. (Ive read Queen Elizabeth did indeed sample those as well)

And the tortoise picks Im guessing are for tooth picking? Amazing objects, even more impressive global gifting. Thanks for sharing your pics and stories. The coronation knife is from my birth year, cool!

trivia
http://thecyn.com/cocaine-rehab/cocaine-colorful-history/
"Cocaine was used to cure everything from stomachache and nervousness to lethargy, tuberculosis and asthma. It was sold in drinks, ointments, and even margarine. The most popular product was Vin Mariani, a Bordeaux wine developed by a French chemist, with 6 milligrams of cocaine in every ounce — nearly 200 milligrams in a typical bottle.

A Civil War vet named John Syth Pemberton created a copycat wine. A morphine addict after suffering war wounds, Pemberton was originally interested in cocaine as a treatment for morphine addiction. Then, when the sale of alcohol was banned in his hometown of Atlanta, he concocted a sweet, nonalcoholic version: Coca-Cola."
 
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Quite a story and memorabilia,indeed incredible pieces :thumbup:
 
Excellent thread Two great guys!! This thread needs an Eric Clapton video,I think :o
 
Jack and Duncan are two of the finest fellows I don't know! Hope to change that someday. As my kids say you guys are the s...! Those snuff knives are great examples. I have a couple myself but parts are missing/broke from both.
 
That's a nice snapshot and great gift from Duncan.Should look good in the Sheffield mancave.
Just one thing ....EARSPOON?
please tell me one doesn't probe ones lugholes with it.

(Sean Connery Voice) Peachy. Have you sheen my eeahshpoon?-outtake from the man who would be king.
 
So typical of Duncan.....Generous to a fault,and a pleasure to call friend................Onya Clansman!!!.........................FES
 
Thanks for the kind comments everyone, and thank you Jack or putting up this thank you thread, theres no need for thanks, as I owe you Jack, and lots of others here so much:thumbup: :thumbup::thumbup:
 
never put anything smaller than your elbow in yours or your childrens ears!
true medical advice for anyone thinking of going with the earspoon.
seriously.
 
Meako...I use a nail...the blunt end........I cant hear any nagging but can still hear a deer breathe....tone deaf is all good with me....................FES
 
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