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by ROGERGREEN
Mon Mar 26, 2018 10:33 pm
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: STOLEN KNIFE ALERT
Replies: 14
Views: 2581

Re: STOLEN KNIFE ALERT

The show was at Market Hall in Dallas. I don't know about cameras but there were Dallas cops walking around everywhere. These thieves are good. Bob said several people would gather at the table and pick up and look at knives, asking a lot of questions. They basically do a little "3 card Monte&q...
by ROGERGREEN
Mon Mar 26, 2018 9:58 pm
Forum: Knife Lore - Traditional Knives From the Old Days
Topic: George Woodhead - Bowies and Pocket Knives
Replies: 9
Views: 2752

Re: George Woodhead - Bowies and Pocket Knives

Geo. Woodhead always made a distinct Bowie knife. Yours is a classic 1850's design. Very nice! I'm not well versed on his folding knives but the Bowies are very desirable. Good find!
by ROGERGREEN
Mon Mar 26, 2018 8:37 pm
Forum: General Knife Discussion
Topic: STOLEN KNIFE ALERT
Replies: 14
Views: 2581

STOLEN KNIFE ALERT

Hey fellows, this last weekend (3/23/18) at the Lone Star Knife Expo in Dallas, Tx., Custom Knifemaker Bob Merz had a knife stolen off his table. It is a Damascus Auto with Mastadon handles and heavy engraving and marked MERZ. Should anyone spot this knife, please contact Bob at bobmerz43@gmail.com.
by ROGERGREEN
Fri Mar 16, 2018 12:34 am
Forum: Gerber Legendary Blades Knife Forum
Topic: Patina on my Gerber
Replies: 12
Views: 4551

Re: Patina on my Gerber

Leather contains Tannic acid which when contacted to brass will produce the green patina. I would recommend long term storage for knives in a padded zipper case. Even with that, brass will need to be periodically polished. I use Semichrome or Flitz polish.
by ROGERGREEN
Sat Mar 10, 2018 4:02 pm
Forum: Want Ads
Topic: Schrade SUSA4 Auto in Abalone.
Replies: 15
Views: 2890

Re: Schrade SUSA4 Auto in Abalone.

Here's the one I have. Smoked acrylic.
by ROGERGREEN
Sat Mar 10, 2018 3:50 pm
Forum: Want Ads
Topic: Schrade SUSA4 Auto in Abalone.
Replies: 15
Views: 2890

Re: Schrade SUSA4 Auto in Abalone.

The red smoked acrylic I paid $300. for. I've seen black micarta go for $280.
by ROGERGREEN
Sat Mar 10, 2018 2:19 pm
Forum: Want Ads
Topic: Schrade SUSA4 Auto in Abalone.
Replies: 15
Views: 2890

Re: Schrade SUSA4 Auto in Abalone.

That's the knife! Thanks! Those are great little knives, well made. Mine is the "Smoked Acrylic" which is a translucent ruby red with a faint dark swirl. I'd like to find an abalone. Thanks for posting the info! ::tu::
by ROGERGREEN
Sat Mar 10, 2018 3:14 am
Forum: Want Ads
Topic: Schrade SUSA4 Auto in Abalone.
Replies: 15
Views: 2890

Re: Schrade SUSA4 Auto in Abalone.

These are made by GEC/Taylor LLC with the Schrade stamp and blade etch. I think they were a limited edition contracted by Sharper Deals.com. Very cool knives.
by ROGERGREEN
Sat Mar 10, 2018 1:47 am
Forum: Want Ads
Topic: Schrade SUSA4 Auto in Abalone.
Replies: 15
Views: 2890

Re: Schrade SUSA4 Auto in Abalone.

They were made back in 2007-10 as I understand. They are bolster release like the Aerial & Olsen/Jaeger Bros. and made in limited production. They came in about 7 handle materials. Jigged bone, stag, and synthetics. I have one in red smokey acrylic. They look like the same design as the Fire and...
by ROGERGREEN
Fri Mar 09, 2018 8:46 pm
Forum: Want Ads
Topic: Schrade SUSA4 Auto in Abalone.
Replies: 15
Views: 2890

Schrade SUSA4 Auto in Abalone.

I am looking for a Schrade SUSA4 "Fire and Ice" automatic in "Abalone". I might consider a "Gold Sparkle" or othe "flashy" material.
by ROGERGREEN
Sun Feb 11, 2018 11:20 pm
Forum: Switchblade Knife Collector`s Forum
Topic: Opinions of the new Buck110 Auto and 110 Auto Elite
Replies: 13
Views: 7331

Re: Opinions of the new Buck110 Auto and 110 Auto Elite

You are correct on the old 110's. I went back and checked mine and it also is still tight. If your new Buck is loose like an old Italian, you may want to inquire about replacing it. Keep us posted on this.
by ROGERGREEN
Sun Feb 11, 2018 3:08 am
Forum: Switchblade Knife Collector`s Forum
Topic: Opinions of the new Buck110 Auto and 110 Auto Elite
Replies: 13
Views: 7331

Re: Opinions of the new Buck110 Auto and 110 Auto Elite

The 110 I bought has no play whatsoever but was very "stiff" out of the box. I hade to work it a while before it fired and locked up properly. Is your play "side play"?
by ROGERGREEN
Tue Feb 06, 2018 4:55 am
Forum: Switchblade Knife Collector`s Forum
Topic: Monster Polish Movie Leverlock?
Replies: 6
Views: 2355

Re: Monster Polish Movie Leverlock?

It is very similar to a 1960's OTHELLO gravity knife, synthetic handles with the bail removed (9" OAL").
by ROGERGREEN
Mon Feb 05, 2018 10:22 pm
Forum: Switchblade Knife Collector`s Forum
Topic: Remington auto worth fixing?
Replies: 3
Views: 1845

Re: Remington auto worth fixing?

Another opinion you might try is muskratmanknives@gmail.com. He sells items here at AAPK as Muskratman Knives, does repairs, etc. I have dealt with him before and he is quite knowledgeable. He is a certified factory repairman.
by ROGERGREEN
Sun Feb 04, 2018 3:47 pm
Forum: Switchblade Knife Collector`s Forum
Topic: Opinions of the new Buck110 Auto and 110 Auto Elite
Replies: 13
Views: 7331

Re: Opinions of the new Buck110 Auto and 110 Auto Elite

I just received my Buck 110 auto. Comparing it side by side to a standard 110, there is virtually no difference in size, shape and heft. The finish is outstanding. The first few firings, the action was a little tight and didn't always lock-up on opening. After a drop of oil and playing with it a bit...
by ROGERGREEN
Sat Feb 03, 2018 4:57 pm
Forum: Switchblade Knife Collector`s Forum
Topic: Good everyday switchblade.
Replies: 37
Views: 10179

Re: Good everyday switchblade.

Did receive the Buck automatic today. Every bit the quality and heft of the standard 110 hunter. The action was a little stiff right out of the box and didn't open and lock-up every time. After a little oil and playing with it bit, all is good. Sounds like a bear trap going off! I like the torsion s...
by ROGERGREEN
Wed Jan 31, 2018 3:17 am
Forum: Switchblade Knife Collector`s Forum
Topic: Good everyday switchblade.
Replies: 37
Views: 10179

Re: Good everyday switchblade.

Should show up by the end of the week. I've carried Hubertus Springers for years, but the Buck may be the new carry.
by ROGERGREEN
Wed Jan 31, 2018 3:13 am
Forum: Switchblade Knife Collector`s Forum
Topic: Schrade "Fire and Ice" Auto Value?
Replies: 11
Views: 4210

Re: Schrade "Fire and Ice" Auto Value?

Thanks for the tip eddymunster! I nailed the little red handle one. ::ds::
by ROGERGREEN
Mon Jan 29, 2018 7:07 pm
Forum: Switchblade Knife Collector`s Forum
Topic: Schrade "Fire and Ice" Auto Value?
Replies: 11
Views: 4210

Re: Schrade "Fire and Ice" Auto Value?

Thanks again! I'll check them out.
by ROGERGREEN
Mon Jan 29, 2018 6:55 pm
Forum: Switchblade Knife Collector`s Forum
Topic: Schrade "Fire and Ice" Auto Value?
Replies: 11
Views: 4210

Re: Schrade "Fire and Ice" Auto Value?

I'm shopping around for one.
by ROGERGREEN
Mon Jan 29, 2018 5:00 pm
Forum: Switchblade Knife Collector`s Forum
Topic: Good everyday switchblade.
Replies: 37
Views: 10179

Re: Good everyday switchblade.

I've got a Buck 110 auto on the way. We'll see how it is.
by ROGERGREEN
Mon Jan 29, 2018 4:58 pm
Forum: Switchblade Knife Collector`s Forum
Topic: Schrade "Fire and Ice" Auto Value?
Replies: 11
Views: 4210

Re: Schrade "Fire and Ice" Auto Value?

Thanks! A lot of folks haven't even seen one.
by ROGERGREEN
Mon Jan 29, 2018 4:46 pm
Forum: Switchblade Knife Collector`s Forum
Topic: Schrade "Fire and Ice" Auto Value?
Replies: 11
Views: 4210

Schrade "Fire and Ice" Auto Value?

A while back, Schrade USA made some automatics with a bolster release, much like the Aerial & Olsen design. Does anyone know what these are going for now?
by ROGERGREEN
Mon Nov 27, 2017 2:58 am
Forum: Switchblade Knife Collector`s Forum
Topic: Good everyday switchblade.
Replies: 37
Views: 10179

Re: Good everyday switchblade.

I've been carrying Hubertus Springers for years. Highly recommend them.

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