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Thanks Dan, know what you mean about the bug biting. I've been bitten.
Thanks doglegg, great looking EZ open there. Love those bones and the blade looks so aged and like a cool relic blade. Would love to see the cleaned up results. Congrats.
Loose Arrow, that's some beauty. Wow, that is pretty. Gorgeous and I love a knife with rounded ends like that. Looks comfy in the pocket for sure.
Thanks all for the comments if I missed ya.
Thanks doglegg, great looking EZ open there. Love those bones and the blade looks so aged and like a cool relic blade. Would love to see the cleaned up results. Congrats.
Loose Arrow, that's some beauty. Wow, that is pretty. Gorgeous and I love a knife with rounded ends like that. Looks comfy in the pocket for sure.
Thanks all for the comments if I missed ya.
"It's what people know about themselves inside that makes them afraid." -No Name, High Plains Drifter
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Great looking knives everyone!
LA that puppy is...
LA that puppy is...
TOM - KGFG - (Knife-Guy-From-Germany)
I believe..., every knife is a soul, looking for a soulmate.
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I believe..., every knife is a soul, looking for a soulmate.
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I saw a #45 Queen Big Chief the other day in the shallow end of the bay. It looked great, aluminum handle were not dinged up, the blade still had a full etch, the owner said knife was in great shape. So I bid on it and ended up with it for a very decent price. The knife arrived yesterday and was packaged properly and was a beauty to behold once I got it free of the bubble wrap and clear tape along with a nice thank you note. Then things went south. The knife has no snap, it opens and closes but without any spring action. What to do? I looked at the sellers other items, this was the only knife listed, he isn't a knife person, the knife opens and closes and looks nice. I don't think he knew any better. I'm a bit disappointed but I choose not to return it or make a fuss. A good handle and a good blade make it a parts knife and I found a place to get a new spring and then all I will need is a pin. Some of y'all know how simple the #45's are, only 4 parts. I read where Cody described his go round with one of theses a while back.
Treefarmer
You never know when you just look at a picture and don't ask questions. Treefarmer
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Sorry for your disappointment with such a great old knife. Hope you can get it working.
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treefarmer wrote: ↑Mon Jul 26, 2021 3:48 am I saw a #45 Queen Big Chief the other day in the shallow end of the bay. It looked great, aluminum handle were not dinged up, the blade still had a full etch, the owner said knife was in great shape. So I bid on it and ended up with it for a very decent price. The knife arrived yesterday and was packaged properly and was a beauty to behold once I got it free of the bubble wrap and clear tape along with a nice thank you note. Then things went south. The knife has no snap, it opens and closes but without any spring action. What to do? I looked at the sellers other items, this was the only knife listed, he isn't a knife person, the knife opens and closes and looks nice. I don't think he knew any better. I'm a bit disappointed but I choose not to return it or make a fuss. A good handle and a good blade make it a parts knife and I found a place to get a new spring and then all I will need is a pin. Some of y'all know how simple the #45's are, only 4 parts. I read where Cody described his go round with one of theses a while back. ::tu::001.JPG002.JPG
You never know when you just look at a picture and don't ask questions.
Treefarmer
Just curious. Is the spring broken or worn?
David
"Glowing like the metal on the edge of a knife" Meat Loaf
"Glowing like the metal on the edge of a knife" Meat Loaf
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Tom Chase graciously sold me this Schrade 863. I would call it NOS. Wonderful knife, thanks again Tom. More pic's in the 72 clone thread.
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edge213, I had an offer from a fellow AAPK member to repair this knife if I could find a spring. I found where to get a spring and before I ordered it I decided to look at the knife a bit closer. I got one of my "good" Big Chiefs out for comparison and found the tang appears to be completely rounded off and does not compress the spring at any point from closed to open. Opening and closing the knife reminds me of an Opinel friction knife. Something went wrong a long while back for it to be worn this much. Am I correct assuming the spring is harder than the blade? I'll disassemble the knife and see what is going on. Here are the pictures I took showing the difference in the tangs with the blade in the same position, no spring movement and then the bit of metal on the back shows some unusual wear or stress. When I get time, I'll take it apart and show the condition of the blade.edge213 wrote: ↑Mon Jul 26, 2021 3:28 pmtreefarmer wrote: ↑Mon Jul 26, 2021 3:48 am I saw a #45 Queen Big Chief the other day in the shallow end of the bay. It looked great, aluminum handle were not dinged up, the blade still had a full etch, the owner said knife was in great shape. So I bid on it and ended up with it for a very decent price. The knife arrived yesterday and was packaged properly and was a beauty to behold once I got it free of the bubble wrap and clear tape along with a nice thank you note. Then things went south. The knife has no snap, it opens and closes but without any spring action. What to do? I looked at the sellers other items, this was the only knife listed, he isn't a knife person, the knife opens and closes and looks nice. I don't think he knew any better. I'm a bit disappointed but I choose not to return it or make a fuss. A good handle and a good blade make it a parts knife and I found a place to get a new spring and then all I will need is a pin. Some of y'all know how simple the #45's are, only 4 parts. I read where Cody described his go round with one of theses a while back. ::tu::001.JPG002.JPG
You never know when you just look at a picture and don't ask questions.
Treefarmer
Just curious. Is the spring broken or worn?
Treefarmer
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Steve P was gracious enough to sell me this 72 CutRite variation. Did not have one and proud to get it. Thanks Steve.
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Here is what the Ponder Post Rider left me today.
The CASE Collectors Club, 40 Years Gray Heritage Jig Folding Hunter 6165 w/leather sheath.
The CASE Collectors Club, 40 Years Gray Heritage Jig Folding Hunter 6165 w/leather sheath.
David R (United States Navy Retired)
Don't just count your many blessings, be the blessing others count on!
Visit my website: Woodburning Art by David https://www.wdbydavid.com/
Don't just count your many blessings, be the blessing others count on!
Visit my website: Woodburning Art by David https://www.wdbydavid.com/
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Treefarmer, Floyd, and David, y'all have some great new additions. Every one is a winner!
Roland (Kootenay Joe) recently posted up a lot of Schrades for sale. I couldn't bite down on that lure fast enough. Both Canada Post and USPS were at peak, and the lot arrived today.
Old Timers, an Uncle Henry, and two Sears kick it off. From top to bottom, left to right: 12OT, 106OT, early 108OT, 707UH, Craftsman 95941, and Old Crafty 9545 (AKA Old Crafty Jr.).
The next ones are 219s and 708s. From top to bottom, left to right: two 708s, 219 jack (currently in my pocket), 219 small Stockman (in absolutely phenomenal condition), and two 708Bs, one with "C & H Transportation Co." on the pile side.
Finally, Roland also threw in these two: a pen bearing no model number and a Primble Belknap 934. The pen might be in for some new covers.
Many, many thanks to Roland for making this basket full o' peaches available!
Roland (Kootenay Joe) recently posted up a lot of Schrades for sale. I couldn't bite down on that lure fast enough. Both Canada Post and USPS were at peak, and the lot arrived today.
Old Timers, an Uncle Henry, and two Sears kick it off. From top to bottom, left to right: 12OT, 106OT, early 108OT, 707UH, Craftsman 95941, and Old Crafty 9545 (AKA Old Crafty Jr.).
The next ones are 219s and 708s. From top to bottom, left to right: two 708s, 219 jack (currently in my pocket), 219 small Stockman (in absolutely phenomenal condition), and two 708Bs, one with "C & H Transportation Co." on the pile side.
Finally, Roland also threw in these two: a pen bearing no model number and a Primble Belknap 934. The pen might be in for some new covers.
Many, many thanks to Roland for making this basket full o' peaches available!
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Adaptable and (usually) affable knife enthusiast, unsure of his knife collecting destination but enjoying the journey
Case taste, Rough Ryder budget
Adaptable and (usually) affable knife enthusiast, unsure of his knife collecting destination but enjoying the journey
Case taste, Rough Ryder budget
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Dan you got quite the harvest there. Roland is always a good man to deal with.
Dr, that's a fine looking knife.
Dr, that's a fine looking knife.
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Awesome group you picked up Dan. Congrats.Dan In MI wrote: ↑Tue Jul 27, 2021 7:58 pm Treefarmer, Floyd, and David, y'all have some great new additions. Every one is a winner!
Roland (Kootenay Joe) recently posted up a lot of Schrades for sale. I couldn't bite down on that lure fast enough. Both Canada Post and USPS were at peak, and the lot arrived today.
Old Timers, an Uncle Henry, and two Sears kick it off. From top to bottom, left to right: 12OT, 106OT, early 108OT, 707UH, Craftsman 95941, and Old Crafty 9545 (AKA Old Crafty Jr.).
OTs, UH, And Sears Marks.jpg
OTs, UH, And Sears Piles.jpg
OTs, UH, And Sears Open.jpg
The next ones are 219s and 708s. From top to bottom, left to right: two 708s, 219 jack (currently in my pocket), 219 small Stockman (in absolutely phenomenal condition), and two 708Bs, one with "C & H Transportation Co." on the pile side.
219s And 708s Marks.jpg
219s And 708s Piles.jpg
219s And 708s Open.jpg
Finally, Roland also threw in these two: a pen bearing no model number and a Primble Belknap 934. The pen might be in for some new covers.
Pen And Primble Marks.jpg
Pen And Primble Piles.jpg
Pen And Primble Open.jpg
Many, many thanks to Roland for making this basket full o' peaches available!
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I May Grow Older, But I refuse to Grow Up!!
I'll sharpen it for you, but I don't give out band-aids!!
Smitty
I May Grow Older, But I refuse to Grow Up!!
I'll sharpen it for you, but I don't give out band-aids!!
Smitty
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Thank you, Floyd and Smitty! And yet another thanks for Roland, as well!
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Case taste, Rough Ryder budget
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My wife bought me this old trapper from and antique shop in Poulsbo Washington. (A beautiful town) It needs some attention and has a chip in the blade but it's special being from her.
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Congratulations Floyd, that is the kind of knife that is a perfect gift!
Your wife has great taste!
If it was new, what could you do with it, put in on a shelf or put in your pocket? With this old Case you can enjoy bringing it back to life and not worry about it being dinged up a bit. I imagine it'll have some great edges when you finish with it.
Treefarmer
Your wife has great taste!
If it was new, what could you do with it, put in on a shelf or put in your pocket? With this old Case you can enjoy bringing it back to life and not worry about it being dinged up a bit. I imagine it'll have some great edges when you finish with it.
Treefarmer
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Definitely a special gift and a Special Wife. Kudos on both!!
Sometimes I Sit and Think .... Other times I just Sit
I May Grow Older, But I refuse to Grow Up!!
I'll sharpen it for you, but I don't give out band-aids!!
Smitty
I May Grow Older, But I refuse to Grow Up!!
I'll sharpen it for you, but I don't give out band-aids!!
Smitty
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Thanks Philip and Papa Bones. She is a keeper and the knife as well.
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Yep,a keeper both ways ! You done well Floyd .
JP
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Agreed on both counts. I'll drop a hint for my upcoming birthday celebration and see if I do that well...
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Case taste, Rough Ryder budget
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Thanks JP and Dan.
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Good wife, good life, better tell her she's right popular around here.
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I will tell her that Iman. And thanks.