Slipjoints?

I just recently got into custom slip joints. For me, it is about the simplicity & elegance of a slip joint.
 
I have always carried a slipjoint. It is always one of three that I carry. I like the stockman style. Three blades to choose from. Slipjoints are different than other folders at least for me. I like them all.
 
I have a couple but really am not into slippies. Gotta have pocket clips or sheaths. JMO
 
This is one great thread. I have both one handers and slippies. Nothing is as practical as Spyderco knives but there is something so comfortable about a slippie. I am partial to congress patterns, whittlers and canoes and love soddies. The thin blades of slippies make them excellent performers a thing one handers don't always have. Also, the beauty of slippies are wonderful. BTW, I carry both types.

RKH
 
Like others have posted, slipjoints or simple,they have class, they come in many different shapes and sizes. The list goes on and on. You just can't be a good slipjoint knife.
 
I have no problem with a slip joint, provided it is a frame lock and has thumb studs. If it lacks those features, I'm not interested. :)
 
The 1911 crowd is similar. Glocks go boom, but a 1911 has "soul".


Ah yes, but an old Colt single action......need I say more? And perhaps, that is why the tacticals appeal to some while the 1911' and single actions and the slippes appeal to others.
 
Thomason said:
Which ones are the slipjoints? Are they the ones with no locks or pocket clips?
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Yeah and no G-10, no torx screws, no blades getting loose over time, no telltale bulge in the pocket (is that a tactical in your pocket or are you just happy to see me?) no teflon coated blades, no guys in berets and tall tales at shows trying to sell 'em to you. Geez, why would you want one?
 
yobbos1 said:
Yeah and no G-10, no torx screws, no blades getting loose over time, no telltale bulge in the pocket (is that a tactical in your pocket or are you just happy to see me?) no teflon coated blades, no guys in berets and tall tales at shows trying to sell 'em to you. Geez, why would you want one?
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Stupid things can't even pass a "Spine Whack Test". Sheesh, who needs 'em.
 
I'm down to 3 tactical knives now and enjoy carrying traditionals more these days. Whenever I pair up my case stockman with a tactical, the stockman is always the one used and the tactical stays in the pocket the whole time. I find them more enjoyable, especially carbon steel ones, because they develop a nice character and don't have an alarming look. I feel tactical knives are overkill anymore for most things that I do. If I know I'm going to need a heavyduty knife, I'll just pack a fixed blade. This is only done when there is work to be done on the farm or if going hiking.
 
markksr said:
Stupid things can't even pass a "Spine Whack Test". Sheesh, who needs 'em.
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Don't think my wife could either , but I kept her ;)

off to surf for a new GEC :D

Hi , my name is John , I'm "folksy" , and dam proud of it ( though I still ain't giving up my 5.11 tactical watch with ballistic calculator).

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Capt. Carl said:
I'm down to 3 tactical knives now and enjoy carrying traditionals more these days. Whenever I pair up my case stockman with a tactical, the stockman is always the one used and the tactical stays in the pocket the whole time. I find them more enjoyable, especially carbon steel ones, because they develop a nice character and don't have an alarming look. I feel tactical knives are overkill anymore for most things that I do. If I know I'm going to need a heavyduty knife, I'll just pack a fixed blade. This is only done when there is work to be done on the farm or if going hiking.
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Give me your sebenza. Also I'm thinking of getting a Case knife. I was thinking about a peanut but the stockman looks nice.
 
mongomondo said:
Give me your sebenza. Also I'm thinking of getting a Case knife. I was thinking about a peanut but the stockman looks nice.
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The stockman pattern is a very useful one. I carried a stockman on a daily basis for about 10 years in the 70's and 80's.
 
I just appreciate the workmanship and variety. You have the option of carrying 7 or 8 inches of cutting edge in a sub 4 inch package with a three or 4 blader.

Ask any knife maker, they are not simple. They are much more difficult to make than a typical liner lock.

For the majority of things I cut, they cut much better that knives made from thicker stock.

As far as safety vs a locking knife. Never been an issue for me since I use the sharpened edge to cut.
 
First, if I have to explain you wouldn't understand.

Second, what's wrong with a razor-sharp knife that looks great and fits comfortably in a pocket, is made of quality natural materials, and happens to be the same style of knife my grandfather carried?

The feeling of a sheepfoot blade closing across the back of your fingers?
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There are ways to ask questions and educate yourself without being a jerkoff.

If you don't know any better than to close the knife across the back of your fingers, you have no business carrying a knife, locking or not. :grumpy:

Wanna bet that this knife never closed across the back of anyone's fingers despite being carried by my father every hunting season for 30 years?

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This was my grandfather's knife. I'd be honored and proud to carry one like it. Yeah, he probably closed it on his fingers all the time. :rolleyes: :jerkit:

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It is what an individual likes in a knife. I like slippies but I like a prefer a light slim folder that clips to my pocket.
HNY!
 
Bob W said:
This was my grandfather's knife. I'd be honored and proud to carry one like it. Yeah, he probably closed it on his fingers all the time. :rolleyes: :jerkit:

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I can still see the blood spatters on the blade.

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OP you should get one. A decent one but it doesn't have to 100 dollars or anything. Even a SAK...although not as nice as some other options.
 
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