Traditional and Modern pairings

[mitch13]

It's overkill but I just recieved anorher soldier yesterday, so it had to go in the mix

 

[bsprouse27]

 

[Hyesouljah]

 

[Rufus1949]

Two of my newest to be carried.View attachment 1944108

 

[Alex.Y.]

much better than the Ka-Bar Dozier, in my opinion

Dozier (we are talking about Dozier Folding Hunter, right?) is good for it's very lightweight and also has a thick tip, which allows you to pick with no unfortunate aftermath. With all aforementioned, and a black blade coating, I'd say it is an ideal carry for jogging or other physical activities. From your point of view, what are the cons of Dozier?

 

[JohnDF]

The Brother Lockback is a solid knife.

 

[Carboniferous]

Ladybug in the watch pocket if I'm in a rush, Schrade if I have a second to use two hands.

 

[Just Tom.]

Dozier (we are talking about Dozier Folding Hunter, right?) is good for it's very lightweight and also has a thick tip, which allows you to pick with no unfortunate aftermath. With all aforementioned, and a black blade coating, I'd say it is an ideal carry for jogging or other physical activities. From your point of view, what are the cons of Dozier?

It’s just a matter of personal taste, really. I like the thin flat grind and the longer blade on the Kiana better. Also, the Dozier’s scales have a cheaper feel to them, and I have no need for the pocket clip. I tried removing the clip, but found I needed it to grip the knife with in order to operate the thumb stud (which I don’t really need or care for, either).

Some quick specs:

Dozier 63g/2.24 oz, 3inch (7.62cm) blade - $25
Kiana 52g 1.83 oz , +/- 3-1/2inch (9cm) blade - $16

I do like my “traditionalized” Dozier, though…

 

[Just Tom.]

Here is better view, paired (through the magic of free ad-laden apps) with a 100% traditional knife:

 

[Alex.Y.]

The Brother Lockback is a solid knife.

Thank you John!

Here is better view, paired (through the magic of free ad-laden apps) with a 100% traditional knife:

Wow, that's a very unusual modification! What type of wood did you used?

 

[Just Tom.]

Thank you John!


Wow, that's a very unusual modification! What type of wood did you used?

To be honest, I don’t remember exactly. It was on sale at the woodworking supply store near me. If I get a chance, I will dig around and find the last little bit I have - maybe it has the sticker on it.

Edit:
I’m pretty sure it was this:

Also, I have a significant chunk of it left still. Time to dream up some new projects for this winter, I guess.

 

[Alex.Y.]

To be honest, I don’t remember exactly. It was on sale at the woodworking supply store near me. If I get a chance, I will dig around and find the last little bit I have - maybe it has the sticker on it.

Edit:
I’m pretty sure it was this:

Also, I have a significant chunk of it left still. Time to dream up some new projects for this winter, I guess.

Thank you for the info! I only heard about Gabon ebony and Macassar ebony till now. Turns out there are much more varieties. Love the ebony, it has a pleasant smell also.

 

[Lee D]

 

[OldHercDude]

And for October, when the Medium Jack won't quite do, will add the Grip to the pocket instead.

 

[Rufus1949]

My 1979 with a 2022.View attachment 1946331

 

[Hyesouljah]

 

[Centermass]

 

[tmd_87]

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How do you like the modern folder?

 

[tmd_87]

 

[Jake Dudley]