BlackRockBigfoot Posted July 31, 2021 Share Posted July 31, 2021 15 minutes ago, Kiwakwe said: Roger that. Handy for those places where firearms are prohibited out of season eh? Oh yeah. Exactly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackRockBigfoot Posted July 31, 2021 Share Posted July 31, 2021 2 hours ago, wiiawiwb said: Now that's a knife! Congratulations. The last several knives I've purchased have been online (ESEE) but this is a good reminder how important it is to handle a knife first before puchasing. Assess its balance, the details of its fit and finish, and more. Select the pick of the litter. We hit Smoky Mountain Knifeworks every time we are in that area. Even production knives can have slight differences, not to mention quality control issues. The Indian smiths at Windlass shouldn’t be confused with Pakistani garbage and can turn out fantastic forged blades. However, they can also turn out garbage. Just like with their swords, there is a huge variation in the quality depending on who made it. You really have to hold it before you buy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthWind Posted August 4, 2021 Share Posted August 4, 2021 Here in Oregon - at least before Covid - we have the annual knife collector's show. It is the largest one in the world (really!) Over 450 tables. Many are handmade from famous knifemakers from all over the world who gather for this event. Now that I am single, I won't have someone looking over my shoulder saying "Why do you need ANOTHER knife?" If this danged Covid thing would just go away! I was looking at a GORGEOUS kitchen knife once, and the Japanese maker indicated that I should hold it and look, which I did. It was amazing. I love the Japanese style and this was authentic, complete with hamon and silk pouch and wooden box that he had made. I looked at the price tag - $4500. After gently placing the blade back down with great respect and quickly bowing my thanks, walked away with my tail between my legs. But it felt so RIGHT in my hand. I agree. You really have to hold a knife and see if it "speaks" to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackRockBigfoot Posted August 4, 2021 Share Posted August 4, 2021 27 minutes ago, NorthWind said: Here in Oregon - at least before Covid - we have the annual knife collector's show. It is the largest one in the world (really!) Over 450 tables. Many are handmade from famous knifemakers from all over the world who gather for this event. Now that I am single, I won't have someone looking over my shoulder saying "Why do you need ANOTHER knife?" If this danged Covid thing would just go away! I was looking at a GORGEOUS kitchen knife once, and the Japanese maker indicated that I should hold it and look, which I did. It was amazing. I love the Japanese style and this was authentic, complete with hamon and silk pouch and wooden box that he had made. I looked at the price tag - $4500. After gently placing the blade back down with great respect and quickly bowing my thanks, walked away with my tail between my legs. But it felt so RIGHT in my hand. I agree. You really have to hold a knife and see if it "speaks" to you. We go to Bladeshow every year in Atlanta. This year was a bit disappointing. Forged In Fire has encouraged a new crop of people to try their hands at making knives, which will ultimately be great for the industry. However, this year the show was filled with relatively new bladesmiths. A lot of the work was enthusiastic, but repetitive and not very well done. Variations of the same style over and over again….guardless harpoon style blades with slightly forward set handles. A lot of the older smiths who are true artisans weren’t there. And anyone who has ever been on Forged In Fire has quadrupled their prices, then seemed to be upset that their pieces weren’t selling. A smith who I have bought a couple of customs from increased his prices roughly by a thousand bucks a knife. Then, he went an a rant on social media after the show complaining that people didn’t want to pay for his work. Every other table has a sign saying ‘Forged In Fire Contestant Season #’. It’s too commonplace to demand a premium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackRockBigfoot Posted August 4, 2021 Share Posted August 4, 2021 @NorthWind You need a woman who is into knives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthWind Posted August 4, 2021 Share Posted August 4, 2021 49 minutes ago, BlackRockBigfoot said: @NorthWind You need a woman who is into knives. No. No I don't need ANY woman ever again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackRockBigfoot Posted August 4, 2021 Share Posted August 4, 2021 9 minutes ago, NorthWind said: No. No I don't need ANY woman ever again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthWind Posted August 5, 2021 Share Posted August 5, 2021 I could always relate to Al Bundy, but I was more thinking... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwakwe Posted August 6, 2021 Author Share Posted August 6, 2021 Alkaloid fueled additions: Boker Tree Brand 502 and Puma White Hunter. The Boker has a great feel and balance. The Puma is one of those knives I've wanted to pick up for decades due to its interesting history and because I've read too many African adventure stories. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackRockBigfoot Posted August 6, 2021 Share Posted August 6, 2021 1 hour ago, Kiwakwe said: Alkaloid fueled additions: Boker Tree Brand 502 and Puma White Hunter. The Boker has a great feel and balance. The Puma is one of those knives I've wanted to pick up for decades due to its interesting history and because I've read too many African adventure stories. Whoa! That Puma! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthWind Posted August 7, 2021 Share Posted August 7, 2021 Gorgeous knives! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madison5716 Posted August 9, 2021 Share Posted August 9, 2021 On 8/6/2021 at 3:40 PM, Kiwakwe said: Boker Tree Brand 502 and Puma White Hunter. Ooh, mighty pretty! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiiawiwb Posted August 9, 2021 Share Posted August 9, 2021 Both are very nice. I like the style and shape of the Boker. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MagniAesir Posted August 17, 2021 Share Posted August 17, 2021 On 7/29/2021 at 6:34 PM, NorthWind said: My turn. I wasted one of those on a Christmas present for my oldest daughters ex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackRockBigfoot Posted August 18, 2021 Share Posted August 18, 2021 5 hours ago, MagniAesir said: I wasted one of those on a Christmas present for my oldest daughters ex Ouch. You should have had a clause to get all awesome knives back in case of a break up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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