Stranger Things (Traditionals only. No modern knives or demogorgons.)

A bit in line with the castrator knives that Chin posted earlier are these fleam knives. Some commentators say that fleam blades, intended for bloodletting of animals by veterinarians and farmer/ranchers, fell out of favor in the late 1800's (as the science behind such practices was questioned much as the use on humans had been discredited much earlier). However, Ulster had a Model 13C fleam knife in their 1961 catalogue. The one on the left is an Ulster Model 13C with spey and fleam blade; the one on the right has no markings and a single fleam blade.

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- Stuart
 
Didn't cattlemen use the fleam blade for bloat? Or is that total myth? Chin, Jake-phenomenal knives, photos etc. Split spring between spring and liner? You'd think it was a story. I've seen that Cam-lok on a Stockman w/punch frame, somewhere perhaps on a non-approved dealers site. They are incredibly cool. I wasn't at all aware of the split-spring whittlers! So very cool, except now one more to look for :rolleyes: :D Thanks for all the knowledge and more pics!? :) I'd post my Stockman cattlemans harness knife, but it's not weird enough.
Thanks, Neal
 
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neal70 said:
Didn't cattlemen use the gleam blade for bloat? Or is that total myth? Chin, Jake-phenomenal knives, photos etc. Split spring between spring and liner? You'd think it was a story. I've seen that Cam-lok on a Stockman w/punch frame, somewhere perhaps on a non-approved dealers site. They are incredibly cool. I wasn't at all aware of the split-spring whittlers! So very cool, except now one more to look for :rolleyes: :D Thanks for all the knowledge and more pics!? :) I'd post my Stockman cattlemans harness knife, but it's not weird enough.
Thanks, Neal
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Neal, I think dairy farmers used a bigger blade than the fleam and only as a last resort. Theraflot drench or mineral oil down the throat and a chew stick tied in the mouth for a couple of days, or a length of rigid tubing down the throat to the rumen are all preferred before cutting (which can lead to infection). Fleams were designed to cut veins or subcutaneous capillaries (as with a swollen bruise), I think (I've never used one).
- Stuart
 
IMG_6609.JPG So does anyone have any ideas or familiarity with this type of knife? It's called a "Rooster" knife, by Queen, in its description. I really like the knife, but I'm afraid I know what it was for(cock fighting). Idk if that would affect a purchase or not, but it's good to know these things at times. Note the sharpener in place of shield, as on some fishing knives; also the punch/hook is interesting too, it appears as though it's sharpened, but for what? Whaddya think, ladies and gennulmen?:rolleyes::)
Thanks, Neal
 
I don't have experience with the knife but I remember discussing it and Mike had a explanation for the tools...

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The gaff is attached to the leg and has a hub that fits over the spur tightly. Then wax string is tied around it to keep it completely secure. It is made to be an extension of the natural spur, thus the spur is cut off to a medium nub. The third blade is a sort of seam ripper for quickly cutting off the wrapped wax string.
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I doubt either of those tools are very functional in reality, but since the gaff's only have a point and no sharpened edges - the hook sharpener on the handle would be the most functional aspect.
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Some may consider this a strange knife but it's a currently available 4 1/8" Case SS 7254HP Equestrian Knife with "Hoof Pick". This one has Rosewood covers.

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afishhunter afishhunter -pretty much, on a xl Stockman frame(serpentine), 4.25”. Love the awl. supratentorial supratentorial -Jake nail on the head!! Also for digging out little boy toys from tight spaces. Like a multitool. Well it is I guess, sorry SWMBO grabbed me.
Modoc ED Modoc ED -I’ve seen the trapper frames, A G Russell even /had/has his own. I love the punch enough, I’d rather have a HJ-don’t even have one yet!:eek:
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Thanks, Neal
 
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This is great seeing all of these different knives with different designs based upon peoples needs at the time. They're truly tied to history and the time in which they're made. IE- blood letting, cock fighting, rubber boat quick deflation. :eek:

My favorites in the thread are the 1) Easy open single blade granddaddy barlow size knife with a fish scaler and a strange nail pull design, with buffalo horn handles. The knife looks great and the nail nick is cut brilliantly to sit in the handle. 2) The Schrade OT canoe w/out the shield. In my speculation it's a "error card" knife. I used to have several canoe style knives but over the years I've moved away from them. For some reason I'm still drawn to them when I see them. 3) The last one I really like is the first grooming knife. I use a steel comb on my dog but if someone made a grooming knife nowadays I'm sure I'd have me one.
 
glocktenman said:
This is great seeing all of these different knives with different designs based upon peoples needs at the time. They're truly tied to history and the time in which they're made. IE- blood letting, cock fighting, rubber boat quick deflation. :eek:

My favorites in the thread are the 1) Easy open single blade granddaddy barlow size knife with a fish scaler and a strange nail pull design, with buffalo horn handles. The knife looks great and the nail nick is cut brilliantly to sit in the handle. 2) The Schrade OT canoe w/out the shield. In my speculation it's a "error card" knife. I used to have several canoe style knives but over the years I've moved away from them. For some reason I'm still drawn to them when I see them. 3) The last one I really like is the first grooming knife. I use a steel comb on my dog but if someone made a grooming knife nowadays I'm sure I'd have me one.
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Rough Rider makes a grooming knife.
 
Thanks LHS. I found one and the price is right! Funny note, I saw a short article while looking on the web for the knife where a guy is using one on his favorite pet.......his beard! Says it works great. LOL. OK, I'm getting two of them- one for my dog and one for my { stache.
 
neal70 said:
View attachment 782471 So does anyone have any ideas or familiarity with this type of knife? It's called a "Rooster" knife, by Queen, in its description. I really like the knife, but I'm afraid I know what it was for(cock fighting). Idk if that would affect a purchase or not, but it's good to know these things at times. Note the sharpener in place of shield, as on some fishing knives; also the punch/hook is interesting too, it appears as though it's sharpened, but for what? Whaddya think, ladies and gennulmen?:rolleyes::)
Thanks, Neal
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I only know that a Hacksaw on a Slipjoint is cool!
 
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