Taking a step back to see my accumulation.....

[jc57]

I don't dare get all of my knives out of their boxes at the same time. My wife might see how many there are!

 

[coaltrain]

Stan, I'm not sure where NW Penna is, but if you have anywhere close that sells Rough Riders, just go try a bunch.
They usually have nice pulls, about a 5, with lots of models in the 3½ - 3¾" range, and they're $10 - $15.

That's a great idea Jeff - I've been pondering that idea myself. I did break down and buy a RR Trapperlock to try while my Case is out for repair (the one next to the Opinels) and quite like it. I think I may try a couple other patterns on for size. Good to know about the pulls as that is the main reason I have hesitated so far. The Trapperlock of course is super easy not being a slip joint.

 

[Will Power]

Not a bad knife amongst them as far as I can see, a good achievement in itself.

I'm sure you'll be surprised by many RR knives, 2 or 3 of mine are very firm favourites. Inexpensive, well made, good steel and nice to use/look at.

I think you could look into an EZ-Open knife and if the cash permits, a Fontenille-Pataud lockback could be just what you need!

Regards, Will

 

[jazub]

That is a very handsome collection you have shared. Trafitional fixed blades are not a niche I have explored. The ones you show are very nice looking and a real eye-opener.

Thanks for sharing :thumbup:

 

[gruntmedik]

Another possibility for you are the Svord Peasant knives, both full size and the mini. I have both, and they are quite handy, and being a friction folder, you can make it as easy to open as you need. Best thing about them, they are just a bit more expensive than an Opinel, but not much.

If they aren't too difficult for you to close, a Buck 110 would be another fine addition for you.