What "Traditional Knife" are ya totin' today?

[TheFactor]

 

[Amir Fleschwund]

Two for fun, Siberian Irises are blooming
One for work Maybe I should get my initials engraved on this thing. There’s a jeweler who did a nice job engraving our son’s name on a locket I gave my wife. In case one ‘o youse guys tries ta swipe it.
Yellow Bearded Iris, Shasta Daisies, and Peonies starting to show off.

 

[pat9198]

 

[Ellis Wyatt]

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[jdswitters]

The GEC stayed home after the picture, the SAK and Case are with me.




As a mildly interesting aside, the action on the Case is pretty rough and if the thumb presses the blade down a bit while open it does not come back. opening it feels like there is gravel in the pivot, oil has been applied. A few months ago I bought the same model which is just plain, a yellow sod buster jr. Wonderful action, smooth and springy and I just took for granted that there is nothing wrong with it. I think these are the only two case in my collection, for instance I have 9 Remington knives. I will think twice before buying another Case without being able to handle it.

Cheers,

 

[bigfish64]

This one’s been a constant companion since I got it. Have a great day everyone.

 

[JTB_5]

Double Glennbad stag today.

 

[joeradza]

Today was my daughter Scout’s third birthday, so I was carrying the #15 Nifebrite that I had with me the day she was born.

We went out for breakfast, then took her to a little local toy store that our girls love so she could pick out one gift for herself (sort of a birthday tradition we started on Eleanor’s last birthday). We took Scout to her first movie in a theater (The Super Mario Bros. Movie). She did great and enjoyed the movie. This was the first year we didn’t go to the zoo on Scout’s birthday, but we did go yesterday, so…

As always, here is Scout’s “birthday knife” photo recap, along with her new pic from today.

On the day she was born:

On her first birthday:

On her second birthday last year:

And today, her third birthday:

Happy Birthday Scout! Btw Barrett, did you ever get your knife back? Lol

 

[Rufus1949]

This one’s been a constant companion since I got it. Have a great day everyone. View attachment 2204396

Great crosscut bone on your barlow Todd.

 

[pat9198]

This one’s been a constant companion since I got it. Have a great day everyone. View attachment 2204396

I can see why, that's some beautiful bone on that one.

 

[joeradza]

I’ve had this basket for a while, but this is the first time it’s worked as a background.

 

[bigfish64]

Great crosscut bone on your barlow Todd.

I can see why, that's some beautiful bone on that one.

Thank you kindly gentlemen.

 

[Peregrin]

 

[Prester John]

 

[Modoc ED]

Made a trip to town yesterday with the usual stops, posted a package to San Francisco, CA and as I said I would, I only carried Bunny #525 with me. It's a good knife to carry for luck. If I add a 5 and a 2 I get lucky seven and if I add em all I get boxcars twelve. Well, all that came in handy because I turn eighty in August and my drivers license is up for renewal. I stopped at the DMV and asked when I would get a Notification for Renewal. There wasn't anyone else except the clerks there so one of the gals filled out my application for renewal for me on her computer, administered the written test, gave me a vision test and promptly renewed my license. In and out of DMV in less than an hour. Who'd a thunk it!!!??? Off to town again in a bit with what else but Bunny #525

 

[Rufus1949]

Made a trip to town yesterday with the usual stops, posted a package to San Francisco, CA and as I said I would, I only carried Bunny #525 with me. It's a good knife to carry for luck. If I add a 5 and a 2 I get lucky seven and if I add em all I get boxcars twelve. Well, all that came in handy because I turn eighty in August and my drivers license is up for renewal. I stopped at the DMV and asked when I would get a Notification for Renewal. There wasn't anyone else except the clerks there so one of the gals filled out my application for renewal for me on her computer, administered the written test, gave me a vision test and promptly renewed my license. In and out of DMV in less than an hour. Who'd a thunk it!!!??? Off to town again in a bit with what else but Bunny #525

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Can you drive a garbage dumpster now Ed?

 

[5K Qs]

5K Qs
Gary it's a good edc user. You should get plenty of years out of it.
Mine is 30+ & still works good.

If I get 30 years of service from my 5OT, I'll be 101! That would be impressive longevity for both me and the knife!

Ran the smoker all day at around 200f ~ mostly ash, while I puttered around on miscellaneous garden pleasures. Moving in slow motion, because I came home from those weddings with some kind of damned bug.
Nothing says I love you like showing up to a wedding with a virus…

Anyway, no busting of sod, but the ‘ol Case cut some food.
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Hope you feel better ASAP, Jeff, and if it's COVID, prayers that it's not the long-haul version.
Really like that Sodbuster/asparagus photo!

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I know the feeling Gary I used to travel around Europe a great deal, some years I spent more time in Barcelona than in Leeds, but I have almost no photos, sadly, let along souvenirs
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Just Big Rose for me today

Knives, or at least knife photos, have turned out to be a nice travel souvenir for me!
Big Rose is an excellent lambsfoot variation, Jack!

Always good to see that old rugged cross Gary!

Thanks, Jack; always good for me to carry it!

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I don't know if the antique store where I bought the buckle still exists. I'm not sure I ever saw a knife in there, but I'm pretty sure I never saw one I wanted.
They were behind the Paw Paw Brewing Co., which seems to be thriving in bigger, better digs.

There have been a couple of antique establishments in which I've found some good knife deals, and both have subsequently gone out of business.

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Colorful handle on your Case Barlow, Todd!
I think Gordon OldHercDude posted several of those earlier this week.

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Outstanding knife and photo, Dwight!

US Army Air Corp Knife and a I*XL Lamb for Memorial Day


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Wards Cattle Knife and a Camillus Navy Utility Knife

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Couple of notable pairs, Steve and David; combined, you have a quartet of high-quality bone!

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I'm a fan of knife-on-post photos in general, but when you make it a stag knife AND a can of stout on a post with green grass and blue sky out to the horizon, that's just a stupendous shot!

So glad you also survived your battle with gravity Gary.
My motto..would rather burn out than rust. ...My wife says I'm her 8 year old.

My falling forward on the 4 stairs leading up to the library is a minor skirmish compared to your falling backward down the attic stairs, Bob!
Pretty good motto you have, and I think a lot of women are kind of pleased to have a man with a lot of little boy still left in them!

Dang Gary, way too many happenings, glad you're OK.

Thanks, Gordon, but it sounds like I had a much softer landing than you did; hope you haven't had any lingering effects!

A couple Camillus Scouts for Monday.

Looks like you're prepared, JJ, with those BSA knives you pre-paired for the pic!

I did see it mentioned, in the Google results I found, that Netherclift was his mother’s maiden name.

I guess it's excusable to saddle a kid with a name that makes genealogical connections clear.

Thanks, Gary. It was an exciting week!

I’m very impressed that you’re still playing such a feisty basketball game.

For me, basketball involves much less risk than skateboarding; IMHO, you're the wild man!

Over 100 years between them.

Nice! They look like siblings, rather than being several generations apart!

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Even though I still prefer multi-blade pocket knives, I've gradually come to appreciate single-bladed knives. And your pair is admirable, Bob, especially the top one (GEC 38 pattern, maybe?).

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Good grief, you have been in the wars recently buddy! I'm glad you've not been seriously injured, but please take care. Good that you keep so active

Sounds like you had a good run Gary! That happened to me when I turned 50!
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Carrying my Hartshead Barlow today, and a Stan Shaw Ruler Knife

Thanks for your concern, Jack. I'm a firm believer in "use it or lose it", so I try to regularly activate the mental and physical systems that I still can, even though there are other systems for which I'm afraid it's too late to bring back "on line".

Your stag HHB and the Stan Shaw ruler knife are superb!

Another gray start to the day in the City by the Bay! Keeping me company today is the usual lamb and a HJ. Plus it’s Ed’s favorite day!
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I'm not as excited about trash days as Modoc ED , but it's interesting to see how different places handle their trash. Looks like your neighborhood has 3 kinds of bins. Are they for trash, recycling, and yard waste (that's what goes in the 3 bins in my city)?

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I often lament not having enough time to keep up with this thread, and look forward to perhaps being retired someday. Then I heard that last Friday was "gravity day", so I have decided to put off my plans to age. I'd like to thank ya'll for talking me out of it!

How long until you plan to retire, F.C.? I wouldn't worry much about gravity fluctuations; by the time you're ready to retire, they's probably have "personal antigravity units" you can wear to protect yourself from all the falling down situations.

This one to start the work week. Have a great day everyone.

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Superlative stag!!

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I didn't even realize King had written a baseball book! Looks like my public library has it, so I know one book I'll be reading later this month!

The vote is in https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/what-june-2023-carry.1932432/

Winners of the June Carry Election (by a landslide) are: Bunny Jack and D.E. Jack Canoe
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They are residing in my pocket, awaiting use now.
Primary Pocket carry is not scheduled/anticipated to change until 07-01-2023. If some unforseen cutting task that is "beyond" these two comes up (is that possible?), I will add the appropriate knife (if I have one) for the day(s) needed.

Belt carry (2x SAK + LM) and Rollator carry:
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is not scheduled or anticipated to change.

Hail to the Victors Valiant!

Wharncliffe trapper today.

Phantastic photo, Bart!

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Carrying a Sheffield Lambsfoot, re-built, and re-covered in giraffe bone, by @jsdistin today, and gifted to me by @Reaper AL I'm also carrying another generous gift, a vintage Hammer Brand Scout, I was kindly given by @JJ Cahill Thanks a lot fellers

Notable pair, Jack; I especially like that cracked ice Hammer Brand scout!

- GT

 

[sf fanatic]

A bit less foggy today here in the City by the Bay! When I can see the top of Mt. Davidson it’s a good bet the day will turn out sunny. Will be making the trek across the City today or tomorrow to pick up some meds. Along for the ride the usual lamb and Case SB.
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[Rufus1949]

If I get 30 years of service from my 5OT, I'll be 101! That would be impressive longevity for both me and the knife!


Hope you feel better ASAP, Jeff, and if it's COVID, prayers that it's not the long-haul version.
Really like that Sodbuster/asparagus photo!


Knives, or at least knife photos, have turned out to be a nice travel souvenir for me!
Big Rose is an excellent lambsfoot variation, Jack!


Thanks, Jack; always good for me to carry it!


There have been a couple of antique establishments in which I've found some good knife deals, and both have subsequently gone out of business.


Colorful handle on your Case Barlow, Todd!
I think Gordon OldHercDude posted several of those earlier this week.


Outstanding knife and photo, Dwight!



Couple of notable pairs, Steve and David; combined, you have a quartet of high-quality bone!


I'm a fan of knife-on-post photos in general, but when you make it a stag knife AND a can of stout on a post with green grass and blue sky out to the horizon, that's just a stupendous shot!


My falling forward on the 4 stairs leading up to the library is a minor skirmish compared to your falling backward down the attic stairs, Bob!
Pretty good motto you have, and I think a lot of women are kind of pleased to have a man with a lot of little boy still left in them!


Thanks, Gordon, but it sounds like I had a much softer landing than you did; hope you haven't had any lingering effects!


Looks like you're prepared, JJ, with those BSA knives you pre-paired for the pic!






Even though I still prefer multi-blade pocket knives, I've gradually come to appreciate single-bladed knives. And your pair is admirable, Bob, especially the top one (GEC 38 pattern, maybe?).

Quite correct on the #38 GT.

 

[sf fanatic]

I'm not as excited about trash days as @Modoc ED, but it's interesting to see how different places handle their trash. Looks like your neighborhood has 3 kinds of bins. Are they for trash, recycling, and yard waste (that's what goes in the 3 bins in my city

Ours are for for compostables green, recycling blue and landfill brown.