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Primble
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I see what you are saying Mr. Jack and I don't like to see history published wrong, but, my observation is that he was normally "in the ballpark" on the USA made knives.I don't own a copy Mr P, but have seen so many instances of inaccurate information posted here from Goins, sometimes not just inaccurate, but ridiculous, that I have to question the supposed expertise behind the book, and wonder if the very act of selling it as a guide to knife collecting, is not a matter of fraudThey are certainly responsible for sowing a lot of confusion, and disseminating a great deal of misleading information
I have detected errors (supported by strong evidence) and contradictions in his book though.
I would hate to be the one assigned to double check all of those entries he made.It seems possible that some people overlook the FORWARD section in the book, where he states that dates preceded by a g. mean guesstimate and preceded by c. is circa or more correct.
Maybe we should say "should have been a g." on some of the c. entries.
At least, he was correct on the inventor of the Barlow, being Obadiah Barlow.
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Hunkering down with the pup for Bombardment.
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It wasn't one of the other Barlows that are/were in contention, including the one residing somewhere on the Americas?!?At least, he was correct on the inventor of the Barlow, being Obadiah Barlow.
"In" the Americas" could be taken literally: in the ground - not on the ground. I reside somewhere on the "state" currently known as "Idaho" for example. I'm not in "Idaho" ... yet ...
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Two very handsome totes there JJ, and they go together wellI've been toting these two for today.
The factory system in the USA, consistent tang stamps, and better record-keeping makes US knives easier to date - or so I understand!I see what you are saying Mr. Jack and I don't like to see history published wrong, but, my observation is that he was normally "in the ballpark" on the USA made knives.
I have detected errors (supported by strong evidence) and contradictions in his book though.
It seems possible that some people overlook the FORWARD section in the book, where he states that dates preceded by a g. mean guesstimate and preceded by c. is circa or more correct.
Maybe we should say "should have been a g." on some of the c. entries.
At least, he was correct on the inventor of the Barlow, being Obadiah Barlow.
Sorry to hear there are errors in relation to those knives too People like to think they can date their knives easily, in a formulaic way, preferably to the exact year, but of course that's only very rarely possible with Sheffield knives. It seems Goins would be better avoiding Sheffield altogether 
Mr P, Geoff Tweedale's book (Tweedale's Directory of Sheffield Cutlery Manufacturers 1740-2013) is a history of the manufacturers, rather than a guide to the knives they produce, but I think it's very well-researched, with few errors. The second edition is 'print on demand', and reasonably priced I think, particularly considering the wealth of information it contains
Hope everyone had a great 4th of July, and that you manage to ease gently into the 5th
I'm carrying my AC Lambsfoot SFO, and a Queen Trapper gifted to me by
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If this photo does not wake up a person's spirit, that person has no spirit.
Awesome photo
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Good choice.
I grabbed mine yesterday too when it was time to cut up sausages.
Thank you, Bart.
That must have been fun for the kids and adults alike.
Very cool little pocket knife, it has a wonderful look to it.
I remember Mr. 'Snappy"
That little knife had a great 'snap' to it.
Hope you're having a good 5th my friend.
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Not a big fan of coleslaw, eh?
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Well afishunter you have me all crossed up now, with words !It wasn't one of the other Barlows that are/were in contention, including the one residing somewhere on the Americas?!?
"In" the Americas" could be taken literally: in the ground - not on the ground. I reside somewhere on the "state" currently known as "Idaho" for example. I'm not in "Idaho" ... yet ...
I was getting ready to go to the diner for breakfast, but, now might get my order all messed up.
I can hear the cook now, sayin “ You said toast in yer western omelette “ !
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Solid choice today. One of my favorite patterns!
Good Morning Porch Friends
Classy carry Mr. D! Love the shield choice on that one. Really nice
