What "Traditional Knife" are ya totin' today?

CJZ said:
Yup, side to side
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It's really very easy to sort out then. Believe me, I'm a total klutz and if I can do this, and with barely any tools, anyone can! :D What I use is a G clamp padded with a couple of pieces of balsa wood. Tighten the clamp up on the bolster, with the pivot in the centre, using the wood to pad the clamp. You'll need to experiment a little to see how much to tighten it, and don't overdo it, but when you get it right the play will have gone. However the ends of the pivot will now be very slightly proud. Put the bolster on a hard surface, such as a closed up vice or an anvil if you have one (I use a cobbler's last) and tap the pin gently with a small hammer. You'll need to tap each side. Afterwards smooth off the pin with some sandpaper, and the job should be done :thumbup:
 
Jack Black said:
It's really very easy to sort out then. Believe me, I'm a total klutz and if I can do this, and with barely any tools, anyone can! :D What I use is a G clamp padded with a couple of pieces of balsa wood. Tighten the clamp up on the bolster, with the pivot in the centre, using the wood to pad the clamp. You'll need to experiment a little to see how much to tighten it, and don't overdo it, but when you get it right the play will have gone. However the ends of the pivot will now be very slightly proud. Put the bolster on a hard surface, such as a closed up vice or an anvil if you have one (I use a cobbler's last) and tap the pin gently with a small hammer. You'll need to tap each side. Afterwards smooth off the pin with some sandpaper, and the job should be done :thumbup:
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Awesome, thank you :)

I'll try this with some cheaper knives as practice first.... Don't want to mess up my new favorite TL-29. :D
 
CJZ said:
Awesome, thank you :)

I'll try this with some cheaper knives as practice first.... Don't want to mess up my new favorite TL-29. :D
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Good idea, don't go too heavy with the clamping, you can always do it again, or with the hammer. Once you see how easy it is, you'll soon be able to do it with confidence. Good luck :thumbup:
 
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GEC #33 SFO Conductor with stag! Has a coping and clip blades. Glad you guys like it, I get carried away with lanyards sometimes :o
 
Sonnemann said:
GEC #33 SFO Conductor with stag! Has a coping and clip blades. Glad you guys like it, I get carried away with lanyards sometimes :o
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It's beautiful! The stag, the fancy bolsters, the blade configuration, and most importantly the size. It looks like a really great carry knife. :)
 
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These two today. The courthouse just showed up in the mail from collector knives. Patina will come but whittles just fine right now!
 
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I have to say she is looking quite suave with the new lanyard, Steve. Its been over a year of continuous carry, right?
 
Gevonovich said:
I have to say she is looking quite suave with the new lanyard, Steve. Its been over a year of continuous carry, right?
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Thanks and yessir, though I daresay it will be booted out or at least crowded in the pocket soon with one of them thar Radio Knives :D
 
Sonnemann...I liked that knife when you first posted it and i must say im not a fan of small knives...Your one is an exception to the rule and the lanyard is all class too...Nice.....................FES
 
Sonnemann said:
GEC #33 SFO Conductor with stag! Has a coping and clip blades. Glad you guys like it, I get carried away with lanyards sometimes :o
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Your SFO #33 looks real good. I've got the same coming but in ebony wood. Can't wait :)

JSCHENK said:
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These two today. The courthouse just showed up in the mail from collector knives. Patina will come but whittles just fine right now!
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I love that #62, been on the hunt for a green one like that for a year now.. great find! :thumbup:
 
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