What Makes a Good, Traditional Barlow?

[Augie]

Have had a few of these Ka-Bar's, picked this one up and it easily has the best stag of the bunch.

 

[Rusty1]

Nice going John, really like the Ka-Bar Barlows.

Russell

 

[Atiger]

Not a Dog Head but a Kabar barlow nonetheless...

 

[Leslie Tomville]

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Augie @Duckdog

When I saw Augie and Stuart’s Redbone Case Barlow’s, I had to get one. I was surprised to be able to locate one so quickly. Now that I have it in hand. I have to say that, although there are many great barlows to be had, nobody makes a good traditional barlow better than Case did in the 70’s!

 

[Laurelbb]

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Augie @Duckdog

When I saw Augie and Stuart’s Redbone Case Barlow’s, I had to get one. I was surprised to be able to locate one so quickly. Now that I have it in hand. I have to say that, although there are many great barlows to be had, nobody makes a good traditional barlow better than Case did in the 70’s!

I've been on the lookout for one too, though I prefer a single blade. that's a looker you have there!

 

[t.willy]

Not a Dog Head but a Kabar barlow nonetheless...
I actually like this style more Atiger. Very slick looking old Barlow.

 

[t.willy]

Found an old Keen Kutter with sawcut black bone handles. I was told it date's back between 1939-1942. It's in the mail heading to the great white north to hang with me for a spell.

 

[TheChunk91]

While imperial shell barlows with a clip blade are ubiquitous, they are not as easy to find with a spear blade. I think I like this version best.

 

[r8shell]

While imperial shell barlows with a clip blade are ubiquitous, they are not as easy to find with a spear blade. I think I like this version best.

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Thanks for posting the display card. It's a fun read, and I didn't know the bolsters are made of "NULOY"

 

[Augie]

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Augie @Duckdog

When I saw Augie and Stuart’s Redbone Case Barlow’s, I had to get one. I was surprised to be able to locate one so quickly. Now that I have it in hand. I have to say that, although there are many great barlows to be had, nobody makes a good traditional barlow better than Case did in the 70’s!

That’s a great one Leslie,besides quality construction the gorgeous red bone Case used has never been equelled,sure wish someone would find a way to make it again.

 

[Leslie Tomville]

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Thanks Augie , and I read about the incredible barlows you bought in Titusville. I cannot wait to see more photographs of each of them over the coming weeks and months.

Talking about Case Redbone; it seems to me that if GEC would make a dark red dye version of their Appaloosa Bone, it might come close to replicating what Case did in the 70’s. I am sure they could copy that coloration if they wanted to. I wonder if they have given it any thought. What do you think Charlie? waynorth Have you ever considered trying to duplicate old Case reddish/brown mottled bone on one of your SFO’s?

BTW, Trevor Ablett, and now Michael May, are responsible for a lot of good traditional barlows.

 

[redsparrow]

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Thanks Augie ...
BTW, Trevor Ablett, and now Michael May, are responsible for a lot of good traditional barlows.

Now you've gone and done it!!!
I had never heard of M.May until you posted your beautiful barlow... now I have at least 2 more knives I have to buy...
Seriously, I enjoyed researching Michael May and have placed him on my short list.
Thanks for posting LT !

 

[waverave]

Recent find...cleaned up nice, w&t is great and it has a lot of life left in it.

 

[gunstockjack]

Rolo's well used TC:

 

[Campbellclanman]

Nice posting everyone-of some Great Barlows!

Seeing Augies beautiful Stag Ka- Bar Barlow made me want to show this beautiful gift from Mr. Paul Hilborn to you, please forgive as it has been shown before- but I must thank you again Paul for this wonderful Knife......

Speaking of Augie, My friend, I treasure this Beautiful Older Queen that you gifted me- Often this sits on my Coffee table right next to me- it brings back memories through a treasured Knife!

 

[Augie]

Nice posting everyone-of some Great Barlows!

Seeing Augies beautiful Stag Ka- Bar Barlow made me want to show this beautiful gift from Mr. Paul Hilborn to you, please forgive as it has been shown before- but I must thank you again Paul for this wonderful Knife......

Speaking of Augie, My friend, I treasure this Beautiful Older Queen that you gifted me- Often this sits on my Coffee table right next to me- it brings back memories through a treasured Knife!

Thank you Duncan, glad you are enjoying it for the memories, same every time I look at the cutting board or the New Holland you gifted me, a great time that we will never forget.

 

[Augie]

As I posted in the Rendezvous thread I was able to purchase a fantastic collection of vintage Ulster salesman sample barlows. The tang stamp Ulster Knife Co dates them from the mid to late 40's and possibly early 50's. The knives are in mint condition, never used.

The one that really stands out for me is the razor or one arm blade barlow, it is the only one without a pattern number stamped on the back of the tang. I have seen a vintage ad that shows the other 3 knives in the ad but did not show the one arm, I'm thinking it was special order only. I have never seen another.

Thank you Charlie for allowing me to purchase these knives, highlight of my barlow collection.

 

[blademan 13]

Wow, what a stellar set of knives. Congratulations on the acquisition, one that just might be hard to improve upon.

 

[Travman]

This is one of Charlie’s New Ancients with the smooth white bone that was at the GEC Rendezvous.


The slabs on these are uneven, but they are supposed to be, kind of like rag bone.

 

[Jfowler]

Augie , that is a unbelievable collection of Barlows! I agree it will be hard to top those four for sure ! Thanks for sharing the photos.
J.T.