What does LB stand for?

[southernknives]

I think from what I've read that LB is some type of milling under the handle slabs. Also, I think the ASHBMLE doesn't have the LB treatment, but another type. I looked under the acronyms sticky, but didn't see it. Can anyone help clarify this for me?

 

[jeepin]

Light Brigade

 

[lsheldon]

Take a look at this thread: http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/s...he-quot-Light-Brigade-quot-Series-(Cool-Pics)

 

[M67]

It's short for LBJ

duh

 

[southernknives]

Take a look at this thread: http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/s...he-quot-Light-Brigade-quot-Series-(Cool-Pics)

Thanks for the link. Does the ASHBMLE have this or are they solid handles. Also, no one ever addressed the water under the scales issue. Hopefully the ASHBMLE isn't milled out without a gasket.

 

[lsheldon]

It was my understanding that the ASHBM didn't receive the LB treatment. I had thought that someone from Busse stated they used through holes under the handle to reduce weight and improve balance. Unfortunately, I am unable to find the thread and post to confirm this.

 

[David Brown]

Lighter Billfold

 

[resinguy]

Take a look at this thread: http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/s...he-quot-Light-Brigade-quot-Series-(Cool-Pics)

Thanks for posting that. The search engine here sucks; tried searching keyword 'brigade' in threads by Jerry and got nothing.


You are correct, Jerry posted that the AnSHBM will have through holes in the tang. He was previously on record as stating that such treatment was not a good idea in choppers, as it caused more vibration to the hands of the user. He has not explained his change in thinking.