What Makes a Good, Traditional Barlow?

singin50 · Jun 30, 2015

You've only gone through what we've all experienced, Drew.

dispatch184 · Jun 30, 2015

Oh absolutly Perry, I understand it is a long shot each time. Really speaks to how much these knives are loved that they sell out so quickly. The positive side is it makes each and every one you do aquire that much more special. :thumbup:

Camillus · Jun 30, 2015

I was fortunate enough to get a choice between the evergreen and the copperhead, and went for the copperhead. After studying the photos closely, I am not sure if this was the right decision! There is something about that green that is both attractive and unattractive (to me) at the same time. It's certainly an interesting variation and it might turn out to be the more collectible of the two.

Mr.Coconuts · Jun 30, 2015

Pokerface said:
I know that the next couple pages will be filled with the beautiful new run of TC Barlows, so I wanted to squeeze in momentarily and show you guys what just came in the mail. I won Mike Latham's Soup Bone Barlow GAW (MANY, MANY THANKS TO MIKE AND COLLECTORKNIVES!), and here it is...

Congratulations, that IS a beautiful knife.

Brumby53 · Jun 30, 2015

It's the end of the day on this side of the world.... and I have worked up a thirst

Ryouchijtx · Jun 30, 2015

Good brew bruv. Even better knife Derek. It's the morning on this side yet I wish me I had one of those

waynorth · Jun 30, 2015

I've been waiting for that comparison pic! Thanks Tenacious D!
Looks like I'll get a couple of knives to CF and CE later today.

waynorth · Jun 30, 2015

Cool, low mileage dog groomer, Philllll!
I don't usually recommend oiling bone handles too much, but a bit of a soak might "fatten" them up under the rivets!?

Half/Stop · Jun 30, 2015

Philllll, That is a terrific old IXL, a great find

Derek, That is a nice Joesph Rodgers you have there Down Under

Some great New Days being posted :thumbup: Anxiously awaiting mine to arrive

dispatch184 · Jun 30, 2015

Brumby53 said:
It's the end of the day on this side of the world.... and I have worked up a thirst

Derek (Down Under)

Perfect combo :thumbup:

RDaneel · Jun 30, 2015

I got my first New Day TC Barlow this morning and I am impressed. Perfect F&F, the African Blackwood is beautiful with subtle variations in color and the blade shape is just right for spreading marmalade!

Charlie and GEC knocked it out of the park on this one. Here's a couple photos to showcase the wood, etc.

Half/Stop · Jun 30, 2015

Dean, it is looking good my friend :thumbup:

Twat · Jun 30, 2015

Thanks Tenacious D! That's just what I wanted to see.

singin50 · Jun 30, 2015

That's a beautiful TC, Dean!:thumbup:

Ryouchijtx · Jun 30, 2015

That blackwood is all killer no filler Dean, the sunlight comparison photo really brings out and highlights how subtle yet nice the changes are.

Primble · Jun 30, 2015

singin50 · Jun 30, 2015

Awwww, the Primble beauty! Great Copperhead, Rob!

Ryouchijtx · Jun 30, 2015

Matches right with the tarnished box background Primble. I always enjoy the clarity and hdr/dynamic range of your photos.

RDaneel · Jun 30, 2015

Half/Stop said:
Dean, it is looking good my friend :thumbup:

Thanks, Ron. It's a keeper.

singin50 That's a beautiful TC, Dean!

Thanks, Perry.

Ryouchijtx That blackwood is all killer no filler Dean, the sunlight comparison photo really brings out and highlights how subtle yet nice the changes are.

Just what I was shooting for, Tim!

Another great photo, Primble. The copperhead looks great!

BigBiscuit · Jun 30, 2015

No New Day for me yet, so this one had to continue afternoon fruit snack duty. The orange peel never stood a chance.