The BladeForums.com 2024 Traditional Knife is ready to order! See this thread for details:
https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/bladeforums-2024-traditional-knife.2003187/
Price is $300 $250 ea (shipped within CONUS). If you live outside the US, I will contact you after your order for extra shipping charges.
Order here: https://www.bladeforums.com/help/2024-traditional/ - Order as many as you like, we have plenty.
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I’ll be keeping the Albers with me for the weekend.
Daydreamin about trout fishin, so I'll carry this one today - come on spring!
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I love seeing Eric Alber’s knives on here. He has has a lot of perseverance.
Seems to me that many Vic Electricians have been posted recently; a knife that's hard to resist!I carry an Electrician in my bag everyday, but very rarely photograph it. It's a great EDC I think
Nice to see that Ring-Opener Gary, maybe I'll carry one for Metal Monday next week![]()
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Happy to meet a couple more of your Old Friends!Forgot to post my carry!A couple of Old Friends
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Thanks.
I think it's just a question of angle.
The one underneath is a simple horn-handled lambfoot from A. Wright.
The other is less common, it is a higonokami with an elm burr handle created by Julien Maria. (cutlery craftsman from the south of France). https://www.instagram.com/couteliermaria/
Thanks for the helpful info, @Corto_Malt and José.Thank you, Gary. I think they are old secretaries!!!![]()
Congrats on the Case amber bone medium stockman, Will, and accolades to Bruce for his assistance!Destined For Duty
This turned up yesterday after a lengthy wait and I'm more than pleased as it's a favourite CASE pattern of mine. Since CASE has embargoed their official sellers from selling abroad it's become very difficult for me to get hold of them.I reached out to an esteemed Forum member and asked Bruce if he could get hold of one for me, which he very kindly did. Moreover, he included a gift as well
but more of that in another thread
Just great all round this knife, the Amber Bone is beautiful and after a wash&brush up it's a very snappy item! some people like to knock CASE or have had bad experiences, I don't share that, always ben pleased with them: a reasonable Traditional at a reasonable price.
Thanks, Will
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Thanks for the photo encouragement and for follow-up info on your grandfather's knife.Haha. Thanks. I'm sure your electrician knows you care! The pic you posted of it today is pretty good.
I knew those covers reminded me of something! I don't know the brand. The only markings I can see is what I assume is a model number (something like 67k if I remember correctly) and Germany.
In general, micarta doesn't appeal to me (maybe I'm too old) but denim micarta is an exception!
Jack is that, isn't he?Thank you, Gary. I've had it with this season in general. I've been shoveling more than I want to.
Must be Electrician week, Gary.Jack sent you a cool
ring opener; great guy.
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Fine pair of knives, Greg, and an impressive bowlful of other edged tools!Charlies HJ-10 in ebony and a Klaas whittler in stag today.
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Morning all. Enjoying getting to know this Copperhead that arrived on Tuesday
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Cool Case copperheads, Mike & Mike; congrats!
That stockman is a showstopper, Steve!#23 Trapper and a Coast Cutco Stockman
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Splendid photo, Jon!
Sunny pair of knives for what sounds like an enjoyable trip to town!Leaving in about an hour and a half to get our second COVID-19 vaccination shot and then on to the Brass Rail Restaurant for Ravioli after which we'll go to the Holiday Market for groceries and then pick up dog food at the Vet. This Case Single Blade CV Sowbelly and the Case CV Sodbuster Jr. should be capable for this trip to town.
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I had to get that Barlow back in my watch pocket.
Notable pair, JJ!
That model is probably my favorite of all the lockbacks I have!...
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Thanks for the tropical pics, Jeff, including the Schrade that can raise the temp a few degrees!Way behind again! We’re at The Domes in Milwaukee. My favorite is the desert dome. The tropical dome was very nice, especially to see all of the spices. Interesting to see where they come from, what the plants look like, and how the trade for them changed the world.
As a treat for y’all who are tired of endless cold, I present Steve, the Bearded Dragon, and a cool little cactus.View attachment 1512365 View attachment 1512366
Congrats on the tortoise shell!This will do nicely...
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That pic really shows off the highly-coveted edges you've put on your Electrician!...
There were a few Vic electricians posted today that inspired me to swap out my stockman when I got home from work.
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You're welcome, Mike.Thanks for the compliment, and the new word!
Couple of dependable workhorse knives, Jack!
Thanks for the detailed, informative reply, sir!!Not sure yet.
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I went ahead and did the mod that makes it my preferred setup;
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Now I just need some time to carry it and see.
So, yeah. Its a great knife, but for how I really like the concept, ask me again in a couple months. :-D
Thanks! Click and Pawl reels, fiberglass rods, and traditional knives, match made in heaven!Beautiful knife and reel!
I always felt a single blade 86 would be a great carry. My 86 is just a bit bulky to carry regularly.
Thanks! I’m as excited as when I get a new knife!Very cool!
Thanks John, it’s a whole new experience, always felt a hot spot on my middle finger from the secondary blade. The rod and reel outfit took two seasons to come together, one for the rod and one for the reel. Couldn’t afford them all at once!I really like you blade delete on that. I like your reel, super nice. I always spend big on the rod and then cheap out on the reel.![]()
Just got this back from a blade delete and I couldn’t be more excited!
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Congrats on the tortoise shell!Did you shave all those curls straight from the tube, or did you work your own magic on the edge first?
That stockman is a showstopper, Steve!
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Totally agree, whole new experience now.Looks great!! Thanks for sharing
The only thing that I don’t particularly like about the 86 is the ergos. Both blades seem to be a bit hot-spotty when using (The clip when using the coping and vice versa).
Splendid photo, Jon!(Even though I'm not a big fan of saber grinds.
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Thanks. Both blades are sharpened to 17 degrees per side. The only chisel grind is on the round cutout (serration?) of the sheepsfoot. The primary grind is a bit asymmetrical too I guess.That pic really shows off the highly-coveted edges you've put on your Electrician!Do you keep the chisel grind on the sheepsfoot?