What "Traditional Knife" are ya totin' today?

[HeathH]

 

[Amir Fleschwund]

I don't own anything as nice as you guys Yet and I say yet because after a recent attic find (my attic) I discovered my First knife from Cub Scouts sitting in a box full of Jack knives from my youth. Just seeing it again brought back a memory of the day my father gave it to me. These little knives have a way of bringing back memories of bygone days that a ZT CF flipper will never be able to do. There is a pure magic to their simple beauty and I will be collecting more after some education here at BF's

On the contrary, my friend. You own some very special knives already! I'd give a body part to have my old Cub Scout knife. Alas, I don't know what happened to it. Since I have two younger brothers, I could make a good guess. When I left for UI, I think all of my "stuff" got pawed through. Probably before I was out of the driveway.

You have a nice, and useful collection! Love the Marine Corp Camillus. Heck! You even have an electrician, which in my humble opinion is sort of a must have.

That is a little ivory disk onto which I scrimshawed a "Boker Tree".
Here's one I did to replace a missing Buck shield:

I've always enjoyed arts & crafts.

Obviously you don't have shaky hands! Very nice work...
Tell me when you start taking orders for shield replacement!

 

[Prester John]

On the contrary, my friend. You own some very special knives already! I'd give a body part to have my old Cub Scout knife. Alas, I don't know what happened to it. Since I have two younger brothers, I could make a good guess. When I left for UI, I think all of my "stuff" got pawed through. Probably before I was out of the driveway.

Wish I had mine, too. Maybe one of my brothers got it. I love the scout knives.

 

[5K Qs]

Thank you, Gary! In my opinion, with that knife in your pocket all the kids on the block would agree you have the best marbles with you. Gorgeous!

Thanks, Dean.

Today's carry.

Speaking of gorgeous, I'm always thrilled to see a Rogers walnut jigged bone model, and your stockman is first-class!

Thanks GT!
This here is the pen version. A brief discussion in the GEC thread got me to pull it out again, and it’s become a new favorite! I had originally put it off because the “talk” is almost nonexistent, with almost no snap. But upon regular carry recently, I’ve found it does everything else right that I’d like a small knife to do. I foresee lots more pocket time in store for it...like today...
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Thanks for the Conducter info, Mike.

For a Mutt & Jeff* Monday, I'm totin' a Queen #14 small dogleg (2.75", 1958-1960) and a Queen #29 large farmer jack (4.5", 1961-1971).
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... Boy, that dotage is kickin' in!
- Stuart

Your Queens are the long and the short of it, Stuart!

Thanks a lot GT The night view of Toledo is outstanding. As far as I can see our photos were taken almost from the same spot...

I thought so, too - maybe yours was taken from the bridge in the foreground of my photo? Mine was taken as we left to go to the (beautiful) train station to return to Madrid.

You Betcha!

Gila Monsters are pretty tough to get in your pocket, but they do like to ride in the car and go out for beers. It normally goes pretty well until they start ordering shots and the check comes. That's usually when the knives come out (pun intended!).

- Del

You Southwesterners sure know how to show a Gila a good time, Del!

I thought those knives would help in the studio, but I kept going a bit high because they were so sharp!

Man, getting knives from far away lands when you travel is a great idea. And you did well!

Jeff, I know just enough about music to get your joke!
Thanks for the comment on knives as souvenirs. That was a very enjoyable part of my visit to Spain when my daughter lived there. I now like the idea of a knife as a souvenir even if I'm not traveling far away; if I go out of town for any reason, I look for opportunities to get a knife.

Happy Monday everyone!

Amazing whittler, Ken!

Was carrying these 2 today . I bought the 78 after I had the Farmers Jack because I think they go together . I feel like both will be Classics some day . Both are most likely made of Unobtainium .

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Harry

I agree, Harry. They are a beautiful "matched set", with splendid color and texture in the bone!

Well, the thing is Harry, I have been contemplating purchasing a pair. But I'm to self-concise as you never see anyone around here wearing them
other than the boys in construction.

Dave (and Harry), I've been wearing suspenders daily since last May (even with shorts last summer), and doubt I'll ever go back to a belt. The suspenders may look a little dorky, but no more so than me hoisting up my pants every 3 minutes because I have a "spare tire" that prevents me from hooking my belt atop my hip bones.

Del, That is what I affectionately call “Biscuit”! You are not seeing things, it’s exactly what you think it is. Here’s the story.

Thanks for the link, Ron! Somehow, I missed that thread or only remember part of the story. Touching tribute to Bob!

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I had to switch it out this evening for a very nifty oxhorn covered Peach Pruner that came in the mail from Jack Black today.
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Congrats, r8shell! That's an intriguing pattern. And the mark side horn has "feathering" down near the butt that reminds me of the feather you scrimshawed on my Euler Identity stockman!

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Thanks, GT. I can barely keep up with this thread, much less have the temerity to launch an informative one. Maybe later as I get better at identifying Delrin!

Thanks, GT. I do enjoy carrying that English jack for the reason, among others.
- Stuart

...They say he’s a jolly old elf, but I say he’s a sneaky one too. Caught him trying to get away with today’s carries!
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BUSTED!! Cool pic, Jeff!

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Handsome pair, Tom! The rock front and center reminds me of a howling hound!

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Love your "steady ready assemblage", GT. The Marbles covers remind me of streak o'fat streak o'lean bacon that we used to get. And that photo and heavenly horn - holy Toledo!!
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- Stuart

Thanks for noticing my knives, even when you're overwhelmed with all the posts to catch up on.

- GT

 

[5K Qs]

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This Camillus 40 again. I kinda like it when I don’t have to choose a knife daily to carry. I’m also a creature of habit...

Nick, one of the reasons I switched to laying out a weekly schedule of what I'd carry is because I spent too much time trying to pick out a knife (or several) on a daily basis. Your congess is worthy of as much time as you want to give it!

Today's carry. Schrade Cut Co. (1904 - 46)

For me, one of the most recognizable, unforgettable knives that gets posted on The Porch, Dean - outstanding Barlow!

... I decided to carry a Small BB Gunstock, unlike other small knives this handles well. Toy it aint

That's a jewel, Will!

Love the black, just classic!

Took the words right out of my mouth. It has classic beauty GT.

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I gotta echo Mitch and John 5K Qs GT that rough black Case canoe is super sweet.

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That classic canoe needs no adornment, GT, to confirm its pedigree. That is obvious and, among many of us, treasured.
- Stuart

Thanks for the compliments, guys. The Case "gum fuddy" has historical importance, too!

GT how's the pull on that Scout I had one that I kid you not was stronger than a 10. The only way to deploy the punch was with a pair of pliers.

I've had 3 RR Scouts, Randy, and the pulls on all of them seemed very acceptable to me. I think the most challenging blade is the can opener, but it has that little knob that makes opening easier.

...HAPPY BIRTHDAY GT! Many Happy Returns to you my friend

As well as GT's birthday, I'm celebrating 500 pages and 10,000 posts in the Guardian's Lambsfoot thread with a Double Lambsfoot Day! Carrying the 2017 Guardians Lambsfoot, and my Knife of 2018, the Ashley's Choice

Thanks, Jack, for noting my birthday. And congrats on your informative, entertaining, and long-running Guardians of the Lambsfoot thread!

GEC #14 in Ebony... again

Still an elegant knife, John! But I have virtually NO numismatic knowledge; what's the coin?

Miscellaneous Knife of the Week is a Blade Forums 2014 GEC 77 (thanks, Mark):

Peanut-ish Knife of the Week is a Chinese Schrade 18OT:

Stag/Horn Knife of the Week is a Colt stag muskrat:

Lambsfoot of the Week is my Man Jack (thanks, @R.c.s ):

- GT

 

[black mamba]

Went back to the ram's horn locker tonight.

 

[jwb01]

Still carrying the Moore Maker, we just moved out of the hustle and bustle of suburban Houston to a little plot of land an hour from my work (and an hour and a half from Downtown) ... the commute will be worth it. My other knives are all packed up and this one is getting to see some good use(cutting tape, cardboard, rope, Sheetrock, wood, and weed eater line with ease), really digging thissun.....

 

[r8shell]

Congrats, r8shell! That's an intriguing pattern. And the mark side horn has "feathering" down near the butt that reminds me of the feather you scrimshawed on my Euler Identity stockman!

Oh, that does look like a feather, but it just goes to show how hard it is to photograph shiny horn. It was late in the afternoon, so I had to go to the back steps to find some sunlight to pose it in. I'm afraid that's actually a reflection of the back door. This one is a bit more accurate (you'll notice the last patch of sun was already occupied, but she agreed to move over a few inches so I could take a pic.)

 

[traumkommode]

@Sabercat Hey Ryan empty your PM box it's full.

 

[dc50]

Dave (and Harry), I've been wearing suspenders daily since last May (even with shorts last summer), and doubt I'll ever go back to a belt. The suspenders may look a little dorky, but no more so than me hoisting up my pants every 3 minutes because I have a "spare tire" that prevents me from hooking my belt atop my hip bones.

Thanks, GT Well its either suspenders or I go along with the kids and just let my pants hang down on the ground.

 

[JohnDF]

I bought a Case trapper with no shield. I sent Case a picture and measurements and they sent me the shield to fit for free.

Good for Case for sending it to you. Looks like they put it on the wrong side to start with

 

[JohnDF]

Still an elegant knife, John! But I have virtually NO numismatic knowledge; what's the coin?

It's a copy of the Flying Eagle Penny, the size of a silver dollar.

Miscellaneous Knife of the Week is a Blade Forums 2014 GEC 77 (thanks, Mark):

Peanut-ish Knife of the Week is a Chinese Schrade 18OT:

Stag/Horn Knife of the Week is a Colt stag muskrat:

Lambsfoot of the Week is my Man Jack (thanks, @R.c.s ):
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- GT

May I say that your rotation for today has some exquisite knives in it, especially that Forum #77 and stag Muskrat.

 

[Duckdog]

Is that the thuya wood "The Whittler"? The tree shield was just glued on the surface of those, so mine doesn't have one, either. At least it doesn't leave a hole.

Yes, m'am, that's the one, and you are correct about that pesky hole. Your restorative work humbles me. Congratulations for seeing that task through.

I don't own anything as nice as you guys Yet and I say yet because after a recent attic find (my attic) I discovered my First knife from Cub Scouts sitting in a box full of Jack knives from my youth. Just seeing it again brought back a memory of the day my father gave it to me. These little knives have a way of bringing back memories of bygone days that a ZT CF flipper will never be able to do. There is a pure magic to their simple beauty and I will be collecting more after some education here at BF's

Welcome. As others have mentioned, you have some nice knives. You are in the right place and on a good path here. Look, listen, and share; you won't believe the benefits. And thanks for sharing what you have so far.

I bought a Case trapper with no shield. I sent Case a picture and measurements and they sent me the shield to fit for free.

That looks great, Jer. My group may be just easier to send in en mass.

Your Queens are the long and the short of it, Stuart!

Miscellaneous Knife of the Week is a Blade Forums 2014 GEC 77 (thanks, Mark)

Thanks, GT, and that 77 is a beauty.

we just moved out of the hustle and bustle of suburban Houston to a little plot of land an hour from my work (and an hour and a half from Downtown) ... the commute will be worth it.

Best wishes in your new casa, Josh. I live in one of the most congested commuting areas in the CONUS and have many good friends "living" in the country. (Well, sleeping in the country; living on the road and at work the other 10/14+ hours.) I really hope that this works out, but I suggest that you not carry any sharp tools during the commute. It is GREAT to have your own ground!! Kudos, bud.

- Stuart

 

[TFBraden]

 

[dc50]

I'd be a mighty happy fella if I owned that Maserin, just look at the wood its perfect.

 

[Arian29]

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Black Friday theme.

 

[kai76]

Nick, one of the reasons I switched to laying out a weekly schedule of what I'd carry is because I spent too much time trying to pick out a knife (or several) on a daily basis. Your congess is worthy of as much time as you want to give it!

That was also one of the reasons why lately I haven’t been switching knives daily, it does take up too much of my time in the mornings, to the point where I get to work late sometimes! And on some days, I’m just plain lazy to pick out another knife. Your 77 is a real sweet looking knife btw!!

 

[Jack Black]

Looks like a White Christmas for you, Jack. Have a fun and safe trip.


He is a great guy (he was a department head at Georgetown University Hospital and stepped down to teach, see real patients, and hunt). I am honored to be able to sit and talk with him. We're pretty close, too, as he's done all of my colonoscopies.

Thanks a lot Stuart, you are lucky to have such a great doc my friend

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Very nice JP, I must give mine some pocket knife soon

On a Throwback Thursday theme, I'm hanging out (not much totin' today, as a 2 day rain is arriving as I post this) with a couple of older fellas who look to have seen more work in their days than I have in mine.

- Stuart

Two splendid old knives Stuart

I'm giving Yellow Mojo a rest and putting the new Boker in the game. I filled the traditional Boker shield hole with 5-minute epoxy mixed with black chalk dust.

Great line-up Jer

Thanks, Jack, for noting my birthday. And congrats on your informative, entertaining, and long-running Guardians of the Lambsfoot thread!

Thank you GT, and thanks for all your excellent contributions there

Feeling tired today, but hoping to put a spring back in my step with these three, the first a sample for next year's Guardians Lambsfoot, the others generous gifts I received from Barrett @btb01 yesterday

 

[Will Power]

black mamba Always admire that Ram's Horn GEC of yours Jeff It's a princely material, often better than so-so Stag for sure

Thanks, Will

 

[Will Power]

I'll opt for the simple today: Boy's Knife. I haven't followed the sometimes complicated developments of this pattern, but has there been Barehead Longpull Spear version? If so I need to hunt one down I've often wondered why a Wharncliffe or drop Point version has not been offered? Perhaps the frame won't host those blades properly? Pity.