Slipjoint patterns

[Pete1977]

I go through phases with my carry and use knives, and in the modern style, larger size folders I prefer spyderco over all others. The endura is my main user knife right now, and I carry a recruit or spartan as well, for those tight jobs on the boat where all but the smallest screwdriver won't fit, and there's never one when you need it.

I still like to carry the occasional traditional slipjoint knife for everyday cutting chores around the house, yard, and boat. As a matter of fact today I bought a Camillus yello-jacket canoe that I'd been eyeing for a while.

This got me thinking about all the shapes, styles and patterns of slipjoint folders out there, and how I can NEVER keep them straight in my head.
What I would like to do is compile a list, preferably with pictures, of each different slipjoint pattern and their accompanying blade shapes, and the reason/use for those patterns. I know, this might be asking a lot, but I think it can be done.

Any and all input, information, and comments are welcome.

thanks

Pete

 

[textoothpk]

Pete, most good knife books will have just what you need. Even blade names as well. Just the first two off my shelf, The Standard Knife Collectors Guide by Ritchie and Stewart (one page shown below), and The Offical Guide to Collector Knives by C. Houston Price will do. Of course Bernard Levine's Guide is the best, with histories of the various traditional patterns.

For the cost of one single good knife (say $100) you can build an excellent knife library if you shop wisely and used. And there is no substitute at all for HANDLING knives of many different patterns. Knife shows, shops, ect. And check out the other forums here, like Camillus, Buck, and especially Schrade.

Now study up!

Phil

 

[El Lobo]

Pete1977,

Phil has given excellent advice.
You may be able to compile something online, but not without utilizing the books like those mentioned. Those folks have done the research and it would be wrong to take from them and post it on the net without an OK, IMO.

Bill

 

[Pete1977]

It's time to hit the book stores and antique shops.

Thanks fellows.

Peter

 

[textoothpk]

You have ethics, Bill. I always try and give a credit when I post a pic out of a book, and the point you make is why I didn't get all super-helpful and post every page. Just wouldn't be right. Anyone who takes the time and effort to write (for us!) a book about knives-- and the market is very small for them- deserves not to be ripped off.

You're in for a real adventure, Pete. Reading up on the history of knife companies in this country alone--- heck, just those in the Hudson River Valley-- can keep you entertained (and educate you) for a long time.

Phil