What "Traditional Knife" are ya totin' today?

[donn]

Don, the middle knife is a Trestle Pine Superior.

Thank you for that. It's a very handsome knife.

Thanks for the tortoise shell props, donn . I'm really enjoying your recent "meat pie series" of photos!

Thanks 5K. For me pies aren't so much a series, more like a very long running saga....
For the benefit of our British readers that is a Greenhalgh's pie. Greenhalghs bakers are a chain of bakers based in the north west of England.
Apologies for the late replies gents, I had a few days away in the fine city of Bratislava in the Slovakian Republic.

These in the pockets today : Sorry // Old Pics


Dropped Nancy off at work to do Taxes and then had to check on The Car On The Lake : Some History : Check the dates on the Photos


WHOOPS :



We have a lot of excitement around here . After this sinks , we will go watch the Stop Light change .
This time last year , it was in the water .

Harry

Thanks for posting this; it's been great following the car on the ice! I was in Austria over the weekend and passed over this frozen river and my first thought was "I wonder if that car on BF is still on the ice...?"
Hope you post it again next winter

Two fer Tuesday.

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This Laquoile by R. David. It is not as well finished as En Aubrac, but still a good working knife. And it has a beartrap spring, you have to be really carefull opening and closing it.

I like that thanks for posting it.
Not as nice as that but a little French something for me today also.

 

[Planterz]

In my view GEC achieved a major feat with the Eureka 92. A rare and scarce pattern, great proportions on this, a proper secondary blade....all steel construction (no brass yippee!) Barehead, I like the waved green bone jigging, absolutely tight construction no gaps or play, ace W&T too Well I like it at least! I've always hoped it could be used as a platform for a Forum Knife, either 1 blade or two but I have no say in these matters

I let my 2 blade ebony one go. It just didn't do it for me. Myself, I wasn't big on the (non-stainless) steel liners and bolsters. Loved the coping blade, but it all felt a bit heavy and dense with the 2 blade (and 2 backsprings and extra liner). I also let go of my ebony wharncliffe talon. Kinda wish I'd kept it. I finally got a single blade spear, in OD micarta. Still dreaming of getting my hands on an ebony. I just love the elegant slimness of this pattern with the single spear.

That said, I'd definitely be in for a 92 forum knife, regardless of blade(s). I'm more of a user than a collector, but I could use and/or collect the 92 pattern with the right accoutrements. It's definitely a knife GEC didn't make enough of the first time, and needs to revisit in the future (hopefully soon).

 

[HFinn]

I like that thanks for posting it.
Not as nice as that but a little French something for me today also.

You know, it is nice. In a rough way. I once wrote a short story about a young female French officer Marie and a gang of hoodlums with douk-douks, but it was a bit much for the moderators. My fault really I once had a douk-douk but gave it to a friend who was traveling round the world. He put it to good use.

 

[Travman]

I always have a favorite knife and right now it is this one.

 

[donn]

You know, it is nice. In a rough way. I once wrote a short story about a young female French officer Marie and a gang of hoodlums with douk-douks, but it was a bit much for the moderators. My fault really I once had a douk-douk but gave it to a friend who was traveling round the world. He put it to good use.

Aye there nice knives aren't they. I barely ever carry mine but I think I'll have to give it some pocket time. Would of liked to of read your story

 

[5K Qs]

Thanks. After we shut the fryers and grills down we moved inside to a private cocktail lounge that one of the guys built next to the catering kitchen in that outbuilding you see in the pics. We had grilled up a mess of lollipop lamb chops for the cooking crew and fixed a libation or three. This pic is truncated; there are fourteen at the bar and 8 more seated at wall-side booths.

- Stuart

So the event was not absolutely altruistic! I Timothy 5:18 "For Scripture says, 'Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the grain,' and 'The worker deserves his wages.'"

A (new to me) ebony Chruchill.

Congrats, Paul; those ebony Churchills are "best in show"!

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Today

Nice Soldier, FBC! I carried mine last week, and was reminded how much I like it. Did yours come with the bail? Mine doesn't have one, and I'm considering making/buying one.

Thanks, Gary...... bam ba lamb.
I'm diggin' that ring knife. Is that the correct term? Maybe ring pivot?

Thanks, GT! Those little ring knives intrigue me; are they easier to use than a nail knick?

I'm thinking "ring-opener", but don't know whether that's correct terminology. Shawn, on my knife, nail nick and ring are equally easy, except the ring works better if my hands are wet or my nails are soft from washing dishes or some other prolonged soaking.

I do not know the rules , but I would assume that it is in when it is sitting down in the Lake . At that point in the lake it is probably only 4 feet deep .
Harry

Thanks, Harry. You said when the car goes down, you'll all get your excitement watching the traffic light change. Do you have pools/wagers on that, too??

What is the story on this recovered BF stag jack? Was the stag not to your liking?

The color bone and shape of the jigging looks nice.

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Thank you for the little ditty, GT. They are indeed quite the match.

Like others, I too, am intrigued by your 77 BF Jack. Were the original covers defective or was it an opportunity to have something more in line with a specific taste? Regardless, it is quite the handsome devil.
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I am carrying these two today. I recently got in a 2-blade #15 and it is everything I had hoped it would be. ...
I think I am really going to enjoy this knife.

Travman and Dylan, that stag Forum knife was a gift from MarkSharpe, and I never asked him why he had done the modification. Maybe just practice as he honed his knife-making skills? As you both remark, the bone that replaced the stag is quite distinctive and appealing. Dylan, that red clip/pen 15 is, to me, a quintessential jack knife.

This little guy I just pulled out of the tube is such a nice knife it’s going to be hard to carry . But decided to give it a ride tomorrow in a comfy leather slip .
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Congrats! Love the beaver shield, and the curvy jigged wood looks like bark on a tree trunk!

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Thanks GT, I'll try to keep up!
Always nice to see your birthday knife my friend

I've got these two in my pocket today, both by A.Wright & Son

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Thanks, Jack; I'm impressed that you remembered that the ring-opener you sent me has a birthday connection! IMHO, both photos of your knives are excellent!

But what beautiful examples Mr. GT!!!

Today with a couple of knives that are at the top of my list of perferences, to me are extraordinary examples of the best that GEC does...

Thanks, Senhor Pinto, and your sunny pair of knives are exquisite!

My new all Case carry, the Swayback in my watch pocket the Soddie in my jacket pocket, both are CV which I prefer.

Those are two great knives - I carry a pair like that quite often.

Captivating pairings, @oldmanrunning and @Atiger !! May I play, too?

I like those ring openers Gary. Nice canoe too.
I've got my Lloyd LC with me today.
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Thanks, Alan; I know you appreciate a good canoe. I'm not by nature a single-blade kind of guy, but your Lanny's Clip is certainly a stunning knife!

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J J.K 83 , that's a classic vintage whittler!

Camillus #67 today

Another classic Camillus, Steve! What's the cover material?

Twins Tuesday? Both of these Case 43s are from 1970. I am carrying the one on the right today (with a Vic recruit) and letting the other twin nap.

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- Stuart

Terrific twin Case Barlows, Stuart!

A lot of great knives and photos as usual today. I’m Totin these two today.

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Beautiful pair, Ron, but I'm a little disoriented by the sizes. Is that lambsfoot larger than "usual" or is the TC Barlow a #14 (or both)??

I’m starting to wonder why I even bother owning other knives.

Definitely an all-around champion, Buzz!

Double Lambsfoot for my trip to Sheffield tomorrow (and quite a few more in my bag )

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I hope it was an enjoyable trip, Jack! I'd welcome a peek at the knives in your "traveling bag" sometime!

Two fer Tuesday.

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Couple of classics, Jeff!

Big Knife of the Week for me is a MAM Iberica with liner lock:

Watch Pocket Knife of the Week is a Rough Rider amber jigged bone canittler:

Euro Knife of the Week is a Mercator Black Cat:

- GT

 

[J.K 83]

That's an awesome old knife there.

Thank y’all

 

[Ratbert]

Big Knife of the Week for me is a MAM Iberica with liner lock:

Watch Pocket Knife of the Week is a Rough Rider amber jigged bone canittler:

Euro Knife of the Week is a Mercator Black Cat:

- GT

Nice trio of unique knives there, Gary. Does the blade on the MAM lock up pretty tight when open?

 

[Old Engineer]

Todays carry are these 2 from a couple of my young friends from here on the Porch . Both of them are made of Unobtainium . Two of my favorite knives ( but I have many ) . Old Cutler and Case XX


I had to check out The Car On The Lake this morning since we did have 2 thawing days . Watch the date on the pictures . There was some change that happened .




Harry

 

[tmd_87]

Last day of being on my departments interview panel. Here is my EDC for the past two days!

 

[Duckdog]

So the event was not absolutely altruistic! I Timothy 5:18 "For Scripture says, 'Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the grain,' and 'The worker deserves his wages.'"

Terrific twin Case Barlows, Stuart!

Thanks, GT. I really like your whittlin' canoe. And I liked your nod to this pairing by @oldmanrunning and @Atiger :

- Stuart

 

[Duckdog]

I've been on a bit of a barlow binge of recent, so in honor of Wooden Wednesday I am carrying this guy today:

The placement of the center pin indicates that this is not an original Russell, possibly a Camillus or who knows.
- Stuart

 

[SteveC]

Another classic Camillus, Steve! What's the cover material?



- GT

Thanks GT ! It's what Camillus called Derlin Stag.

 

[Old Engineer]

I've been on a bit of a barlow binge of recent, so in honor of Wooden Wednesday I am carrying this guy today:

The placement of the center pin indicates that this is not an original Russell, possibly a Camillus or who knows.
- Stuart

It has been a while since I looked into all of what indicates an Original but I believe that the Arched tang stamp is also an indicator and as you know , the pivot pin . There is also the 1975 Commemorative one made by Schrade which has Delrin covers and is a fine knife .
I do not know who made yours Stuart , but it is one that is always on my radar . I have never held one , but IMO they are very fine knives . Thanks very much for showing it .

Harry

 

[Dschal]

Wooden Nor’Easter Wednesday.

 

[Jack Black]

Thanks. I believe you and I both favor multi-bladed knives. On the other hand (or pocket), I'm growing to like my Lambsfoot knives more and more. A perfect combination of large and small.

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Perfect indeed

For the benefit of our British readers that is a Greenhalgh's pie. Greenhalghs bakers are a chain of bakers based in the north west of England.
Apologies for the late replies gents, I had a few days away in the fine city of Bratislava in the Slovakian Republic.

Thanks for posting this; it's been great following the car on the ice! I was in Austria over the weekend and passed over this frozen river and my first thought was "I wonder if that car on BF is still on the ice...?"
Hope you post it again next winter





I like that thanks for posting it.
Not as nice as that but a little French something for me today also.

Thanks for the pie info Donn, I was nearly sucked into a cut-price pie offer myself today, but as I'd had a late lunch of (US style) pancakes, it would have been too greedy even for me! Hope you had a great trip away, a very Happy Birthday, and that's a fine Douk-Douk there

Thanks, Jack; I'm impressed that you remembered that the ring-opener you sent me has a birthday connection! IMHO, both photos of your knives are excellent!

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I hope it was an enjoyable trip, Jack! I'd welcome a peek at the knives in your "traveling bag" sometime!

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Big Knife of the Week for me is a MAM Iberica with liner lock:

Watch Pocket Knife of the Week is a Rough Rider amber jigged bone canittler:

Euro Knife of the Week is a Mercator Black Cat:

- GT

I'm impressed that I can still remember where I live these days GT! Thank yoy for the very kind words, I posted a few pics of some of the other knives I had with me in the Lambsfoot thread, but I also had these other three, all by Stan Shaw







Three special knives there my friend, but I particularly admire the Mercator

 

[donn]

Big Knife of the Week for me is a MAM Iberica with liner lock:

Watch Pocket Knife of the Week is a Rough Rider amber jigged bone canittler:

Euro Knife of the Week is a Mercator Black Cat:

- GT

Great K55 there, I must pick up a proper K55 myself. I have the smaller slipjoint which now come in all manner of materials including a multi-tool version.

Perfect indeed
Thanks for the pie info Donn, I was nearly sucked into a cut-price pie offer myself today, but as I'd had a late lunch of (US style) pancakes, it would have been too greedy even for me! Hope you had a great trip away, a very Happy Birthday, and that's a fine Douk-Douk there
I'm impressed that I can still remember where I live these days GT! Thank yoy for the very kind words, I posted a few pics of some of the other knives I had with me in the Lambsfoot thread, but I also had these other three, all by Stan Shaw

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Three special knives there my friend, but I particularly admire the Mercator

Thanks Jack, and yes I had a fair time in Slovakia. I'd highly recommend Bratislava. A fine historic city on the banks of the Danube. If your a native English speaker excellent English was spoken by everyone, menus and signs also in English. If you fancy a day away, trains to Vienna, Budapest and Prague. Excellent food and an impressive Slovakian brewery scene It also appears to sit on the European long-distance cycle network, which I know covers some pretty impressive country through central and eastern Europe.
My attraction to pie is less a barometric issue and more of an irresistible gravitational attraction. Think a small planet orbiting a black hole.... Hope you enjoyed your pancakes

Nice to see your Stan Shaw knife again Jack, it's been a while. May I ask is Stan Shaw still active? And if so does he still take orders?

 

[Jack Black]

Thanks Jack, and yes I had a fair time in Slovakia. I'd highly recommend Bratislava. A fine historic city on the banks of the Danube. If your a native English speaker excellent English was spoken by everyone, menus and signs also in English. If you fancy a day away, trains to Vienna, Budapest and Prague. Excellent food and an impressive Slovakian brewery scene It also appears to sit on the European long-distance cycle network, which I know covers some pretty impressive country through central and eastern Europe.
My attraction to pie is less a barometric issue and more of an irresistible gravitational attraction. Think a small planet orbiting a black hole.... Hope you enjoyed your pancakes

Nice to see your Stan Shaw knife again Jack, it's been a while. May I ask is Stan Shaw still active? And if so does he still take orders?

That sounds very tempting Donn, I'm going to have to go outside Yorkshire at some point! The pancakes were nice, but very sweet! Came with some sort of cinnamon apple affair, and a lot of maple syrup. Maybe I'll just stick to having them once a year in future!



Stan is still on the go, and will still take orders, but his waiting list is several years long

 

[Amir Fleschwund]

Case for my big knife, and a Klein Tool mid sized back lock.
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[Burnt Stag]

This little 25EO is getting all the pocket time lately.