What "Traditional Knife" are ya totin' today?

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5K Qs said:
Always exciting! I noticed a week ago that we suddenly had a bunch of crocuses blooming (about 2 weeks earlier than usual, I'd estimate). Old photo, but same bulbs that produced current flowers:


Notable pair, Bob! I don't remember seeing a Franklin knife before; that one has compelling jigging!
- GT
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Thanks Gary, a Schrade in sheep's clothing.
Good luck with the tax man.✍️
 
Going back to the Bicentenial Imperial stockman, and the two suprise newbees that were in todays mail call.
(1) 2023 Limited Edition wood handle SAK Companion Swiss Spirit, in place of the Huntsman.
(2) DM Neck knife. It is taking the place of the no-name neck knife I been carrying.
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Not shown: The Toferner.
The SAK's are both on a MOLLY belt clip like the one shown. (each on its own clip, of course.
Flashlight is an aluminum 18650 battery, LED (allegedly 500 Lumins) no name flashlight (also on a MOLLY clip.)
 
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I like the way you use the classic conversion factor (1 Word = 0.001 Picture) in your new rule for a traditional knife forum, Barrett!


That's cool that some BF functions are the same on laptop and phone!
Maybe I should look into getting one of those new-fangled "smart phones".


Jeff, I'm getting by with my 9-year-old MacBook that I always have to plug in because the battery is shot and the IT folks at school say they can't find a replacement battery. I think I know why you might have had problems with my "quoting tip". You can only quote/reply ONE connected chunk of message from a given post. If there are two or more separate parts you want to quote, you have to select/highlight both parts AND everything between them, and then delete the unwanted stuff in between when the quote comes up (as you apparently did in the quote above, and as I must often do).

I knew about Soldiers/SIs having the date stamp, but that's not a great way to try to distinguish between Pioneers and Soldiers in other people's pics because you often can't see the "decisive tang". Thanks for the link! I thought it was very informative, and I intend to read the rest of his related series. (I like the way the brief descriptions in the "index" to his blog say stuff like "Part 5 of the two-part series...")

I like your screening question. I'd like to have used a "20 Questions" screening approach, but I'm afraid I'd have been screened out by all the candidates that would have a screening criterion for guys who asked too many questions, too early.


Thanks, Bob. I don't think I remember anything from that band other than "Whiter Shade of Pale", so they were basically a "one-hit wonder" from my high school Top 40 Radio days. I was thrilled to find that video of a live performance from 1967. There's also a much more contemporary performance from maybe 50 years later(?) with the lead singer still killing it in an amazing arrangement with the Danish Symphony Orchestra (and Chorus?).


😁 :thumbsup::cool:


I'm kind of old so I remember lots of good organ songs from the 1960s. Great organ solo in the middle of this one:
You can find YouTube videos of appearances on "The Ed Sullivan Show" by Vanilla Fudge playing "You Keep Me Hanging On" that's hilariously dramatic, but good, featuring plenty of organ (and a fascinating drummer), and by the Young Rascals playing "Good Lovin'" that's also organ driven. And almost anything by The Doors has thrilling organ, too.


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"Prized" is an appropriate description of that splendid stockman, Will!


Another splendid round-bolstered 6347 stockman, ED!


I really like that round-bolstered stockman! Which Old Timer model is that, 61OT??


Jeff, I figured both you and Tiger can't play up to your full potentials due to physical challenges.
Yet another handsome round-bolstered stockman!


I think this is the FIFTH sensational round-bolstered stockman showing up in my multiquotes this time!


Chris, I think your estimate is quite accurate, but as a certified geezer on a traditional knife forum, I'm very comfortable living in the past. 🤓
My advice to you is: Like all the superstar athletes say, Slow down, dude, and let the game come to you!


Thanks for the confirmation; delicious!
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You mentioned organs. My favorite is the old Hammond B3 with the huge Leslie rotating speaker cabinets. They produce a 3D phasing sound, giving them spaciousness and depth. Many guitaristst have made that Leslie sound part of their signature sound ~ Robin Trower and David Gilmour for ex.

But the Hammond B3 has always been a fixture in blues bands.

Our church band does not have an organ, just a grand piano. And we are extremely fortunate that our very talented leader leaves plenty of sonic space for the rest of us instrumentalists. I’ve played with keys players who can’t do that, and are so dominating that everyone else may as well pack up and go home.
I had one like that, and I tactfully suggested she should sit on her left hand.
 
5K Qs said:
Always exciting! I noticed a week ago that we suddenly had a bunch of crocuses blooming (about 2 weeks earlier than usual, I'd estimate). Old photo, but same bulbs that produced current flowers:



A treat to see your 1960s Ulster you carried so long!


Handsome pair of knives, Jack!


I grew up on a farm, Bob, but we never had lambs and sows together. We didn't realize what we were missing!


Superb knife, Gary!
I've always done my own taxes (better start on mine this week), but I think I'm going to have to find a "tax guy" for next year.


You've been posting some knives that I think have enviable edges!


Enjoyed your photos, John!
What's kind of bird is the one in these 2 photos?


Thanks, Bob.


Thanks, Chris, but my hats don't fit right anymore.


Notable pair, Bob! I don't remember seeing a Franklin knife before; that one has compelling jigging!


I like it, John, and am pleased by your pics!


Couple of cutters with character, Harry!

- GT
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Its a blue tit,if you use the phrase without using the blue bit in England its also a mild insult. 😆
 
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