What "Traditional Knife" are ya totin' today?

[pmek5]

 

[JonMcD]

Rosewood Lamb for WW

 

[Amir Fleschwund]

Three big for today , can't choose

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You cannot go wrong with either of those three beauties, Jean-Marc. And there’s always tomorrow.

Barges, Bridges, Bolts, and Barlows

...any knife enthusiast worth his salt, that lives along the Mississippi River, anywhere near Hannibal, Missouri, needs a Mark Twain Barlow in his jeans pocket.

I lived in West Quincy, Missouri, back in about 1960-61, and attended 6th grade at a one room schoolhouse named Willow Bend School. We had 21 students in total and two of us were sixth graders. I remember walking that dusty old gravel road, from where we lived (on the railroad tracks in a bunk car) down to the schoolhouse in the summer. On the way, I’d pass the bend in the creek and gaze over the iron bridge that crossed over to the farmhouse on the other side.

The flood of 1993 seems to have taken out, not only the old schoolhouse, but the farm and bridge as well. What a shame that it was an intentional act of levee vandalism.

For an adventurous boy of 12, anything Mark Twain was certainly in fashion, and I’ve never lost that feeling over the years. This past year, I discovered this knife model and have been searching for an affordable one since. I recently spotted this one and fished it out of the bay. I didn’t want a mint knife, rather a used one that I can use daily if I desire. This one looked to fill the bill - and was priced quite reasonably too - particularly since the seller accepted my lower offer.

Much to my surprise, when it arrived, I discovered that it seems to still sport the factory grind on both blades, and looks to have never cut anything. Yes, it is typical Imperial shell-handle construction, and one handle slab is just a smidgen loose, but I’ll take care of that easily enough.

With what looks to be steel liners, this whole knife, with the exception of the bolsters, has seemed to weather gracefully over the years. It walks and it talks. What more can I ask for? Maybe to have my two brothers back to share the moment with… I’m afraid however, their time has passed. I do still have the memories though. And I cherish those, much as I’ll cherish this knife and all of the memories that it conjures up.

Mark Twain Barlow by Imperial.

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Thanks for sharing your memories.
Barlows are not only for river boys. My Grandpa grew up a coal miner’s son in eastern Tennessee, and I have his Imperial Barlow. And you’re right ~ in spite of the budget shell construction, it has strong springs, and great snap.

 

[Amir Fleschwund]

I find it hard to swap away from these, but at least I took new pictures.
Schrade Scrimshaw which I fitted with a New Old Stock NYKCo blade that came from the Schrade End Of Days sell off. The original blade had a bent tip, and Dremel damage, which the ebay seller artfully omitted from his photos. I thought I could straighten the tip, and polish the side with the gouges, but instead of bending straight, it snapped off.
Someday, this knife is going to confuse somebody.
And the Wenger Canyon…

It’s foggy, and below freezing, so the mist has frozen on the grass.

 

[Modoc ED]

Simple stay at home day today with a simple knife at hand. Eggs and sausage for breakfast.

 

[Angry Waiter]

Slogging through the work week. Faithful companion here.

 

[bigfish64]

Two from the '70's.
My buck, one of my first new knives(1977), spent time under 8 feet of ocean water during hurricane Sandy. I found it in a tool box and am slowly bringing it back to life.View attachment 2009795

Nice photo Bob, classics.

I was traveling with my wife for a few days for her work. I had my 25 with me.

Love that 25 Bart. Nice photos wherever you were looks beautiful.

Bit foggy out this morning.
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A.G. Russell
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Nice A.G. Russell Mike, that blade means business.

 

[Bloefield]

Sak Walker and Western 425. While getting today's carries out for pictures I see Jack looking out over the river. A Bald Eagle was flying by. Missed the first shot but caught his white tail feathers[left of center] on 2nd attempt.

 

[bigfish64]

Took a few days off for a trip myself. Jumping in here, too many pages to catch up on. We went to Tampa for a few days to see the Bucs play the saints. Had a great time Sunday meeting and having a few beers with Jon Jon0385 and Mark M mcc850 . Money afternoon I did a little pregame warmup in Ybor City, and had a good time razzing the saints fans as they walked by.
Took this photo before the game.

Took this photo after the winning touchdown!
Little silly, but we had a great time.
Back to work today and I have these two Coco beauties with me.

 

[Jack Black]

Ivory jack (c. 1955) and the Lion of Lucerne for Wednesday.

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Impressive Mr P

 

[Rufus1949]

Nice photo Bob, classics.

Love that 25 Bart. Nice photos wherever you were looks beautiful.

Nice A.G. Russell Mike, that blade means business.

Thank you Todd....enjoy your day.
Looks like a good time was had by all.

 

[DirtDawg]

Two from the '70's.
My buck, one of my first new knives(1977), spent time under 8 feet of ocean water during hurricane Sandy. I found it in a tool box and am slowly bringing it back to life.View attachment 2009795

Short of breaking a blade or two on those older 300 series Bucks, ya just can't hardly kill one. It's looking good.

 

[mbkr]

Nice photo Bob, classics.

Love that 25 Bart. Nice photos wherever you were looks beautiful.

Nice A.G. Russell Mike, that blade means business.

Thanks Todd.

Took a few days off for a trip myself. Jumping in here, too many pages to catch up on. We went to Tampa for a few days to see the Bucs play the saints. Had a great time Sunday meeting and having a few beers with Jon Jon0385 and Mark M mcc850 . Money afternoon I did a little pregame warmup in Ybor City, and had a good time razzing the saints fans as they walked by. View attachment 2009900
Took this photo before the game.
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Took this photo after the winning touchdown! View attachment 2009920
Little silly, but we had a great time.
Back to work today and I have these two Coco beauties with me. View attachment 2009902

Looks like a great time! Those people look like they're having fun

 

[Primble]

Took this photo after the winning touchdown! View attachment 2009920
Little silly, but we had a great time.
Back to work today and I have these two Coco beauties with me. View attachment 2009902

Nice lookin' family and knives !
Fantastic finish !
I might start setting my DVR to record the last two or three minutes of these NFL games, instead of watching the whole game. Go Bucs !

Mr.P your ivory jack has retained it's beauty very well.

Thank you Mr. R. ............. knives like that usually don't get carried all that much.

Gorgeous

Thank you my friend. Made one year after me and has out lasted me in looks, by a wide margin.

I find it hard to swap away from these, but at least I took new pictures.
Schrade Scrimshaw which I fitted with a New Old Stock NYKCo blade that came from the Schrade End Of Days sell off. The original blade had a bent tip, and Dremel damage, which the ebay seller artfully omitted from his photos. I thought I could straighten the tip, and polish the side with the gouges, but instead of bending straight, it snapped off.
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And the Wenger Canyon…

Yep - it's a largemouth. Nice blade replacement work !

Impressive Mr P

Always appreciated Mr. Jack !

 

[sbh06]

Slogging through the work week. Faithful companion here. View attachment 2009899

Looks like a properly used 77, Pete.

Took a few days off for a trip myself. Jumping in here, too many pages to catch up on. We went to Tampa for a few days to see the Bucs play the saints. Had a great time Sunday meeting and having a few beers with Jon Jon0385 and Mark M mcc850 . Money afternoon I did a little pregame warmup in Ybor City, and had a good time razzing the saints fans as they walked by. View attachment 2009900
Took this photo before the game.
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Took this photo after the winning touchdown! View attachment 2009920
Little silly, but we had a great time.
Back to work today and I have these two Coco beauties with me. View attachment 2009902

Looks like a great time, Todd. Great looking pair of cocos you got today.

 

[Rufus1949]

Short of breaking a blade or two on those older 300 series Bucks, ya just can't hardly kill one. It's looking good.

Thanks...just a couple of spots of rust to go.

 

[sf fanatic]

Lest we not forget on this day.
Mr. Vice President, and Mr. Speaker, and Members of the Senate and House of Representatives:

Yesterday, December 7, 1941—a date which will live in infamy—the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.

The United States was at peace with that Nation and, at the solicitation of Japan, was still in conversation with its Government and its Emperor looking toward the maintenance of peace in the Pacific. Indeed, one hour after Japanese air squadrons had commenced bombing in the American Island of Oahu, the Japanese Ambassador to the United States and his colleague delivered to our Secretary of State a formal reply to a recent American message. And while this reply stated that it seemed useless to continue the existing diplomatic negotiations, it contained no threat or hint of war or of armed attack.

It will be recorded that the distance of Hawaii from Japan makes it obvious that the attack was deliberately planned many days or even weeks ago. During the intervening time the Japanese Government has deliberately sought to deceive the United States by false statements and expressions of hope for continued peace.

The attack yesterday on the Hawaiian Islands has caused severe damage to American naval and military forces. I regret to tell you that very many American lives have been lost. In addition American ships have been reported torpedoed on the high seas between San Francisco and Honolulu.

Yesterday the Japanese Government also launched an attack against Malaya.
Last night Japanese forces attacked Hong Kong.
Last night Japanese forces attacked Guam.
Last night Japanese forces attacked the Philippine Islands.
Last night the Japanese attacked Wake Island. And this morning the Japanese attacked Midway Island.

Japan has, therefore, undertaken a surprise offensive extending throughout the Pacific area. The facts of yesterday and today speak for themselves. The people of the United States have already formed their opinions and well understand the implications to the very life and safety of our Nation.

As Commander in Chief of the Army and Navy I have directed that all measures be taken for our defense.

But always will our whole Nation remember the character of the onslaught against us.

No matter how long it may take us to overcome this premeditated invasion, the American people in their righteous might will win through to absolute victory. I believe that I interpret the will of the Congress and of the people when I assert that we will not only defend ourselves to the uttermost but will make it very certain that this form of treachery shall never again endanger us.

Hostilities exist. There is no blinking at the fact that our people, our territory, and our interests are in grave danger.

With confidence in our armed forces—with the unbounding determination of our people—we will gain the inevitable triumph- so help us God.

I ask that the Congress declare that since the unprovoked and dastardly attack by Japan on Sunday, December 7, 1941, a state of war has existed between the United States and the Japanese Empire.
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[TylerG12]

Took a few days off for a trip myself. Jumping in here, too many pages to catch up on. We went to Tampa for a few days to see the Bucs play the saints. Had a great time Sunday meeting and having a few beers with Jon Jon0385 and Mark M mcc850 . Money afternoon I did a little pregame warmup in Ybor City, and had a good time razzing the saints fans as they walked by. View attachment 2009900
Took this photo before the game.
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Took this photo after the winning touchdown! View attachment 2009920
Little silly, but we had a great time.
Back to work today and I have these two Coco beauties with me. View attachment 2009902

You sure picked a good game to see as a Bucs fan. You couldn't even make up a better ending!!! Congrats.

 

[TylerG12]

Flyin solo today
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[Ed G]

Took a few days off for a trip myself. Jumping in here, too many pages to catch up on. We went to Tampa for a few days to see the Bucs play the saints. Had a great time Sunday meeting and having a few beers with Jon Jon0385 and Mark M mcc850 . Money afternoon I did a little pregame warmup in Ybor City, and had a good time razzing the saints fans as they walked by. View attachment 2009900
Took this photo before the game.
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Took this photo after the winning touchdown! View attachment 2009920
Little silly, but we had a great time.
Back to work today and I have these two Coco beauties with me. View attachment 2009902

… been looking for Mike Evans all season … found him!
Great pictures, thanks for sharing!