The journey so far; Lessons learned, niches discovered, and questions that remain!

I guess it all comes down to how badly you want it. I tell myself that I really want a knife from Ken Erickson, yet I always seem to spend my disposable income on something else. Objectively I'd have to say I don't want it bad enough.
 
Awesome thread Comeuppance. I've enjoyed reading your posts in other subforums and I look forward to your contributions here too.

My journey was pretty similar to yours, but I haven't been "into" knives near as long as you. My first modern was a ZT 0562cf which I picked up on the exchange. I love that knife but I wear a suit to work everyday and the modern folder didn't really fit in an office environment. That's when I made the switch to traditionals and found this amazing subforum and the people that make it great. It really is the hidden gem in BF.

I then snatched up a GEC 77 on the exchange - much like you. I love it even more than the ZT, which I didn't think was possible. It's been almost a year now and the 77 hasn't left my pocket. I carry it every day and just add the ZT on the weekends to serve as my modern pairing.

I completely agree with you about the aging process of traditionals. Patina and pocket wear have never looked so good.
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This has been a very enjoyable thread. You've discovered what we also have learned. These knives are very classy and supremely useful. Nobody blinks an eye when you take it out to open a box or package, etc. They've got tons of character and only improve with age and use. They hearken back to days long gone and missed by many of us. I carry only traditional knives anymore. It's been nearly 3 years since I touched a modern folder. I simply see no benefit to them over my Barlow or Stockman.

Enjoy your journey!
 
I have never had an interest in modern knives, but through the years casually enjoyed the odd traditional. Finding this forum, has been an inspiration and eye opener to the wonderful knives out there. Over the last six month's I have been able to pick up and admire many of the patterns discussed here on the forum. I now have several favorites, both patterns and cover materials. But that seems to change, or more often expand as I learn from fellow members here.
The one thing I have discovered is that living in Canada makes collecting a true challenge. Being new to collecting, I of course missed out on the early runs. The BF exchange has been some help, but it is soooo disappointing to find a knife I have been looking for to find the oh so frequent US SHIPPING ONLY in the description.

Wolfe
 
It's nice to see my thoughts expressed by someone else in a thread. Seems we all have like mindset and similar tastes. Welcome to traditional's!
 
Comeuppance said:


- Do you have multiple "niches" for your knives? Beater knife, utility knife, dress knife, etc. I find I'm looking for all kinds of different ones for different situations. Currently, I'm trying to figure out a good "screw it, you swim with the keys" knife, which might end up being something in Delrin.
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I have several niches, excuses, whatever...

EDC - 4 knives, close to same. They live in the change bowl I keep on top of my fridge. My favorite knifes. They do the best at the sort of things I do on a day to day basis. They make me happy. Opinel #9, Case large Workman Sodbuster, Buck 500 are the most commonly carried.

Backpacking - An Opinel #10. Light enough to pocket carry. Big enough for pretty much anything I need to do.

Winter Ski Touring - Mora Companion or Schrade H-15. Just long enough to feed the Emberlit stove. Used it today no a family outing.

Dress Slacks - Rare. But when I need to, I carry an old Schrade 5OT.

Hunting - Buck 110.

Center Console of the Car Back Up - Another Buck 110.

Kitchen - C'mon.... Why not? Case 316-5. Thinned for better slicing.

Shop Table - Beater Ulster BSA knife, Opinel #10 beater, Opinel #8 modified to a sheepsfoot gifted from DaveK14.

So yes, different reasons.
 
Pinnah, I also keep a 110 as my backup truck knife. You really couldn't ask for a better vehicle emergency knife. Big enough for most situations while small enough to stay unnoticed until you need it.
 
Old Hunter said:
You owe it to yourself to explore the world of Buck Knives (we also have a sub-Forum at Blade Forums); The 100 series are a time-tested series of working outdoorsman and hunters knives (as well as being a wonderful collectible series). They are also quite affordable and currently still being made (in Idaho). Once there you can check out the 300, 500, 700, and other series of Buck's. OH

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This and thank you.

Cate
 
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