What Makes a Good, Traditional Barlow?

Old Engineer · Jul 15, 2019

Fodderwing said:
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Okay , I like it a lot , but who was the maker Dwight . That sure looks to be a very old one . The real definition of Scratted Covers . Integral Bolsters ???? The blade looks used but sharpened evenly but it looks like the knife was dropped into some machinery . That is a real treasure my friend .

Harry

Fodderwing · Jul 15, 2019

Old Engineer said:
Okay , I like it a lot , but who was the maker Dwight . That sure looks to be a very old one . The real definition of Scratted Covers . Integral Bolsters ???? The blade looks used but sharpened evenly but it looks like the knife was dropped into some machinery . That is a real treasure my friend

Thank you Harry. It's an M Furness and Sons. Yes it has integral bolsters. It appears that it was a mice buffet for who knows how long. Both sides have been eaten about the same amount. You can even see the teeth marks.

This ancient knife has probably seen very little actual use. Probably lay in the same place for a hundred years.

Pt-Luso · Jul 17, 2019

Pt-Luso · Jul 17, 2019

Pt-Luso · Jul 17, 2019

Onebigbill · Jul 17, 2019

Circa 1979

Fodderwing · Jul 17, 2019

waynorth · Jul 17, 2019

Fodderwing said:
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Nice pic!!! Leave it as is!!! Rodents love to gnaw on bone. I have a cow skull on my back walkway that the squirrels have gnawed to un-recognizable!!

Lift link · Jul 17, 2019

Fodderwing · Jul 17, 2019

waynorth said:
Nice pic!!! Leave it as is!!! Rodents love to gnaw on bone. I have a cow skull on my back walkway that the squirrels have gnawed to un-recognizable!!

Not to worry Charlie. It will remain just as found.

willard0341 · Jul 17, 2019

Got back yesterday from a six week boat ride...glad to look through my knives and sleep in my own bed. The ebony ancient has more than streaks of brown in it haha. Good day to all

Lift link · Jul 18, 2019

Most carried and most loved TC. Blackwood Sheep!

Fodderwing · Jul 18, 2019

willard0341 said:
Got back yesterday from a six week boat ride...glad to look through my knives and sleep in my own bed. The ebony ancient has more than streaks of brown in it haha. Good day to allView attachment 1163285

Willard those are so utterly fine.

Oh how I love the Ancients. Glad you're off the water for a little while.

Travman · Jul 18, 2019

Laurelbb · Jul 19, 2019

just in, quick pic, lovely Trevor Ablett barlow, generously from and practically gifted by Paul @Chui
this will be a gentle carry for me, but it's going in my pocket (slip)! I'm a lucky dog.

Fodderwing · Jul 19, 2019

Laurelbb said:
just in, quick pic, lovely Trevor Ablett barlow, generously from and practically gifted by Paul @Chui
this will be a gentle carry for me, but it's going in my pocket (slip)! I'm a lucky dog.
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You are a lucky dawg! What a beautiful and very special barlow.

MJ71 · Jul 21, 2019

Lift link, you inspired me to take a few shots of this one. I think the Antique Yellow Saw Cut covers might just be my favourite of all the TC runs. Best to all. MJ.

Camillus · Jul 21, 2019

Every time I see this thread I can’t help but wonder.

What makes a BAD traditional barlow?

LastRodeo · Jul 21, 2019

MJ71 said:
Lift link, you inspired me to take a few shots of this one. I think the Antique Yellow Saw Cut covers might just be my favourite of all the TC runs. Best to all. MJ.

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I have to agree, those are my favorite covers of all the TCs. Is that one new to you? You were looking for one last I recall.