What "Traditional Knife" are ya totin' today?

[Amir Fleschwund]

Always have some form of Small, and a SAK, and a selection of hats in the car once I figure out what kind of day it will be…

 

[RLB0414]

Two to fidget with through the day.

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Has the 5OT been rescaled?

 

[Chief]

Fine examples of form and function Chief.
May I ask handle material?

Thank you sir for the comments, almost missed your question. The two on the left are old Westinghouse paper ivory micarta, hard to find the real stuff. It darkens beautifully over the years (like ivory) but much tougher. Bell knife resting on a piece of the westy he used for that trapper. Charlie gave me the rest of that piece rest and had Dowell use it for the other knife pictured. Because paper micarta is made from sheets of paper, it doesn't have lines. Over time the color of the knife will darken to the color of the background piece. Pic taken shortly after build.

Pic taken a couple days ago. Bell trapper was darker to begin with as Charlie took special care to try and leave as much of the darkened micarta as possible. Brett had to finish it a little deeper to remove a flaw that luckily came out. Changed little in a year, will be a long time before it returns to the darker color. Note the smooth transition on the Bell between the bolster and the kick, very comfortable in use. This design element is not easy. That trapper also has filework, it's killer. The Ricky Bob Menefee trapper is blue mammoth bark that I had been hoarding for a few years. IIRC it's the knife displayed on his home page, or it was at one time. Micarta Monday.

 

[screened porch]

I like Sabre Japan knives. Solid quality on a budget.

Yeah.

 

[Rufus1949]

Thank you sir for the comments, almost missed your question. The two on the left are old Westinghouse paper ivory micarta, hard to find the real stuff. It darkens beautifully over the years (like ivory) but much tougher. Bell knife resting on a piece of the westy he used for that trapper. Charlie gave me the rest of that piece rest and had Dowell use it for the other knife pictured. Because paper micarta is made from sheets of paper, it doesn't have lines. Over time the color of the knife will darken to the color of the background piece. Pic taken shortly after build.

Pic taken a couple days ago. Bell trapper was darker to begin with as Charlie took special care to try and leave as much of the darkened micarta as possible. Brett had to finish it a little deeper to remove a flaw that luckily came out. Changed little in a year, will be a long time before it returns to the darker color. Note the smooth transition on the Bell between the bolster and the kick, very comfortable in use. This design element is not easy. That trapper also has filework, it's killer. The Ricky Bob Menefee trapper is blue mammoth bark that I had been hoarding for a few years. IIRC it's the knife displayed on his home page, or it was at one time. Micarta Monday.

Thank you on expanding your answer Chief.

 

[Bloefield]

Small stockman this morning. About 3, 3/8" Yellow

 

[5K Qs]

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José, your cork-handled Ciol always rises to the top!

It is definitely fall here.
A Charlie and Max Sao.View attachment 2358705

Tough to top those two, Bob!

Congratulations! Mine has a rather round-edged sheepsfoot.

Thanks. Sorry to hear about the problem with your Lumberjack. Off the top of my head, I can't think of a Chinese Old Timer knife that has disappointed me (but my expectations of such knives are not top of the world).

Out doing a little fishing today so I decided to carry one of my old school Imperial fish knives
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Your yellow Imperial fish knife is top banana! Is the other blade a scaling blade?

Another foggy start to the day in the City by the Bay! I have something special to share today. A gift from SoansoMcMasters ! A beautifully carved spoon/spatula. Well done David thank you! I thought it was appropriate to add The Harvey Special which was also a gift.
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That double-end spoon is top-notch, and the certificate of authenticity is the cherry on top! Kudos to SoansoMcMasters for his skill, creativity, and thoughtfulness!

Uncle Henry 285UH Tuesday...

https://imgur.com/haNVLXu

I've always thought that the Staglon Uncle Henry knives deserved top billing!

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This morning I noticed this guy just hanging out behind the house.

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I’ve got my Albers Lamb and a #21 Bull Nose in my pocket today. Yesterday we got a new roof, after a full summer of going back and forth with the insurance company and roofing contractor. I had originally called out the contractor to look a minor issue, but he pointed out several spots where there was hail damage on the old shingles and suggested I called the insurance company. In the end we got about 2/3 of the cost to replace the whole roof covered by insurance. Considering the old roof was probably only a few years from needing to be replaced, I don’t think that’s too bad a deal.

Interesting activity at your place, Barrett, top to bottom. At ground level, you've got those nice buck shots. Was it a chilly morning? Looks like he might have wanted you to get some heat going in that fire pit where he's resting. And sounds like you (and your fine knife pair) came out on top regarding the roof repair!

I'm totin' these two today, just in Case, as they say.

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- Stuart

Outstanding pair, Stuart! A charismatic canoe is always at the top of my list, and that pruner with jigged wood(?) is also top form!

Your shipshape and Bristol fashion canoe looks quite capable, GT.
- Stuart

Thanks, Stuart. Always appreciate the approval of a top dog like you!

I'm not posting it over there to find out.

I'd say it's pretty close, but I think the point is too long in relation to the blade, and the descending curve is too gradual. It's also close to a Case Wharncliffe, which is close to a TEW lambsfoot I've got, which Jack has called atypical. It isn't a sheepsfoot or a coping.

Considering how off the wall so many manufacturers are with their names for blade shapes, normal and bizarre, I try not to worry about such things.
I's a short French blade.

But thanks. I like it too.

When choosing between the aphorisms "Nothing ventured, nothing gained" and "Discretion is the better part of valor", I guess we know what your top choice would be in this situation!

Thank you Gary, that's a Turkish hazelnut, there are a few trees down the road from me. I'm the only person who picks them
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Thanks for the info, Jack. If I could find such an item in the local produce aisles, it would probably require top dollar!

Got some use from my Case canoe and Buck 110 out for a hike.

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Top shelf canoe!

Good Morning Porch
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Good to see you here, John; you're still at the top of your game, knifewise!

Decided to give one of the 163's a day or two. I put a razor edge on it last night but it still looks a bit rough from previous owners sharpening attempts.

It fits perfectly into the side pocket but it is a big knife at almost 4.5" closed. .75" thick at the butt end and that giant shackle is 1.125" wide. Very well made knife, though. This one is cocobolo (pretty sure) while my other 163 is much lighter (perhaps walnut).

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It's only been a couple hours and I'm thinkin' this is better suited in a toolbox or a belt pouch!

That's a lot of rope knife! Top drawer item!

That stag Scagel barehead jack is pretty much top of the food chain for knives!

Home sweet home from five days in Florida for a nephew’s wedding.
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Anyway, reunited with my knife drawer.
Two Jacks, the BF, and an old Robeson. And the Green River Russel from @sunknife Greg.View attachment 2359908
Have a great day!

Glad you had a safe and enjoyable trip, Jeff. Tip-top trio of knives (and the duck is just ducky, too)!

We used to go to Long Beach Island every summer when I was a kid! Was "The Shack" still there the last time you went?

Today's carry is an old Corliss:

Both the scrimshawed marlinspike and the vintage Corliss are top drawer, Rachel!

Cute little 'belly this morning, 3⅜ inches.

Top flight "gentleman's sowbelly", Jeff!

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Also kind of ironic that a top of the line coffin jack brings a lot of life to your knife carry, Todd!

Packing to go chase roosters (aka pheasants) in South Dakota for a few days. May need a shell-puller for my older sxs, 16 ga. on one side, 12 ga. on the other.

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- Stuart

You've gotta be top gun on the hunting trip when you're carrying that shell-puller, Stuart!

I’ve been busy with work and family lately and haven’t had any time to spend on the forum the last couple weeks. Glad to have a little time now to check in.

Welcome back to The Porch, Bart, with that top of the heap (or at least top of the fence post) Swayback Jack!

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Of to the market on a cold, wet day here. Got my Big Bexoid Lambsfoot, and something I picked up to show my mate Tool Man - He better behave himself!

Looks like that duo will enable you to claw your way to the top of the marketplace mayhem, Jack!

- GT

 

[Rufus1949]

Tough to top those two, Bob!
- GT

Thanks kindly Gary.

 

[OldHercDude]

Good Morning Porch
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Nice to see you posting here again John.

 

[OldHercDude]

Have a wonderful week porch peeps!

Slowly narrowing down long-term keepers. This week's bevy of slicers.

 

[Modoc ED]

I feel cheated. The weather guy said there was a 90% chance of snow this weekend and it didn't even sprinkle. Dry the whole weekend. Thought for sure I'd get to test out the new engine in the small tractor but no go. On top of that, the property tax bills were in the mailbox Saturday. I've already written the checks out to the Modoc County Tax Collector and will take them to the courthouse tomorrow. Always like to hand them in in person and get a hand stamped "Paid in Full" stamp on the tax stub. They send the tax bill so you can make two payments - one by December 1 and the other by April 1 but I like to pay the whole shebang in one go. It's the BF Bunny Knife today. Sausage and pancakes for breakfast.

 

[afishhunter]

sticking with these for my "on me" carry for a bit. (watch removed from chain for photo)
Victorinox Hercules and 'Year of the Ox' Huntsman; Toferner Celtic/Norse/Viking pocket knife; Standard Buck 301 Stockman.
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Subject to change:
Buck 301 and digital chronograph pocket watch will eventualy get swapped put for something else.
(watch will be another pocket watch)
The Victoriox Year of the Ox Huntsman and Hercules might get moved from belt back to clipped on a Rollator.
The Toferner MIGHT get moved from belt, back to a neck knife. I Might even put it on the center chain of the double Albert watch chain, below the 'Tree of Life' fob.

PLEASE have a great week.

 

[Jack Black]

I like Sabre Japan knives. Solid quality on a budget. Still gave the Sabre Japan Fish Knife Grandpa gave me.

Yep good steel

My Grandparents loved the Squareback for the roomy hatchback, which they used for their trips to the cabin, and a Karman Ghia for puttin’ on the ritz.
I would love to have that old KG!

Mine never tired of joking about how their Beetle's engine was in the back! I delivered a Karman Ghia to Sigmund Freud's granddaughter, in London, in 1988 Lovely car

Thanks for the info, Jack. If I could find such an item in the local produce aisles, it would probably require top dollar!

Probably the same here Gary!

Looks like that duo will enable you to claw your way to the top of the marketplace mayhem, Jack!

Yes, a few of the regular bad lads looked distinctly uncomfortable when I was waving it about!

 

[unclekurty]

Happy Monday. I have my HJ to carry today. I was going to go for a walk but there was a small chance of rain so that’s reason enough with my inherently lazy nature to have a big cup of coffee, stay home and do needed chores…maybe. Chores are always aspirational with me.

 

[afishhunter]

The weather guy said there was a 90% chance of sky dandruff this weekend

such lanuage!!!! women, chillren, and battle hardened Marines might be reading this .... anyway, I fixed it for you.

That daRn 4 letter cuss word that starts with "S" ends inna "W" and gots a big "NO" in between 'em ... nasty cold stuff it are.
Cities, Counties, and States put salt on the rode to get rid of it ... AND to ensure your vehicle rusts away long before it is worn out ...
(they get more sales tax that way ... (not to mention higher registration fees for newer vs old vehicles)

 

[chevyrulez1]

Your yellow Imperial fish knife is top banana! Is the other blade a scaling blade?

Yes, it is the typical scaling blade with the hook remover end and cap lifter. I should have opened it also for the pic

 

[Amir Fleschwund]

Thank you sir for the comments, almost missed your question. The two on the left are old Westinghouse paper ivory micarta, hard to find the real stuff. It darkens beautifully over the years (like ivory) but much tougher. Bell knife resting on a piece of the westy he used for that trapper. Charlie gave me the rest of that piece rest and had Dowell use it for the other knife pictured. Because paper micarta is made from sheets of paper, it doesn't have lines. Over time the color of the knife will darken to the color of the background piece. Pic taken shortly after build.

Pic taken a couple days ago. Bell trapper was darker to begin with as Charlie took special care to try and leave as much of the darkened micarta as possible. Brett had to finish it a little deeper to remove a flaw that luckily came out. Changed little in a year, will be a long time before it returns to the darker color. Note the smooth transition on the Bell between the bolster and the kick, very comfortable in use. This design element is not easy. That trapper also has filework, it's killer. The Ricky Bob Menefee trapper is blue mammoth bark that I had been hoarding for a few years. IIRC it's the knife displayed on his home page, or it was at one time. Micarta Monday.

Gorgeous knives, John!

Glad you had a safe and enjoyable trip, Jeff. Tip-top trio of knives (and the duck is just ducky, too)!

- GT

Appreciate that, my friend!

Have a wonderful week porch peeps!

Slowly narrowing down long-term keepers. This week's bevy of slicers.

What’s the Jack, 2nd from left? Looks sweet.

I feel cheated. The weather guy said there was a 90% chance of snow this weekend and it didn't even sprinkle. Dry the whole weekend. Thought for sure I'd get to test out the new engine in the small tractor but no go. On top of that, the property tax bills were in the mailbox Saturday. I've already written the checks out to the Modoc County Tax Collector and will take them to the courthouse tomorrow. Always like to hand them in in person and get a hand stamped "Paid in Full" stamp on the tax stub. They send the tax bill so you can make two payments - one by December 1 and the other by April 1 but I like to pay the whole shebang in one go. It's the BF Bunny Knife today. Sausage and pancakes for breakfast.View attachment 2365497

I only pay half at a time, so I get that .0004% interest on the USAA account.
But always pay in person to get that receipt. I trust the mail, but…

Yep good steel

Mine never tired of joking about how their Beetle's engine was in the back! I delivered a Karman Ghia to Sigmund Freud's granddaughter, in London, in 1988 Lovely car

Probably the same here Gary!

Yes, a few of the regular bad lads looked distinctly uncomfortable when I was waving it about!

Freud’s granddaughter? Do not tell us about her daddy complex!

 

[Amir Fleschwund]

Happy Monday. I have my HJ to carry today. I was going to go for a walk but there was a small chance of rain so that’s reason enough with my inherently lazy nature to have a big cup of coffee, stay home and do needed chores…maybe. Chores are always aspirational with me.
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I must have it backwards. I thougt a walk was a way to procrastinate on chores.

 

[sf fanatic]

Another foggy start to the day in the City by the Bay! Well Ed while you were dry yesterday we got on and off shower’s all day. No big plans for the day until Monday Night Football! Keeping me company the usual lamb and and with a nod to Metal Monday a Camillus Utility. Have a great week folks! Oh I almost forgot the beautiful maple spoon crafted by SoansoMcMasters that I almost tossed out with tomorrow’s recycling, good thing I checked the box again! View attachment 2365547View attachment 2365548

 

[mbkr]

I was out in the yard with the Buck 319 when the mail delivered #403: