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dlr110 wrote: Fri Sep 17, 2021 8:49 pm Was looking at a SMKW email flier and felt the need for another Buck knife. I don't have this single blade one.
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::tu:: ::tu:: ::nod:: Good one David. A good knife for the watch pocket, well..... unless you carry a watch in it. :)
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Papa Bones wrote: Sat Sep 18, 2021 1:38 am
dlr110 wrote: Fri Sep 17, 2021 8:49 pm Was looking at a SMKW email flier and felt the need for another Buck knife. I don't have this single blade one.
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::tu:: ::tu:: ::nod:: Good one David. A good knife for the watch pocket, well..... unless you carry a watch in it. :)
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Re: It's In The Mail

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Papa Bones wrote: Thu Sep 16, 2021 6:23 am
toomanyknives wrote: Thu Sep 16, 2021 12:05 am
Got my little Craftsman today, Smitty. I actually think this may be a little older Ulster made knife. It has pins instead of Swinden Keys, and it has the upside down shield and Craftsman USA tang stamp with no model number. Blades are full, the had a few spots, and tarnish, but overall a nice little knife..IMG_1809 (2).JPGIMG_1810 (2).JPG
Very nice TMK ::tu:: ::tu:: ::nod:: Yep, by the handles, the nail pull, and the secondary blade size, I would say Ulster also. Definitly late 1950's. Has the oval shield without the crown around the word Craftsman. 1960 and 61 they changed shields and started stamping the model numbers on some. Yours originally would have had a etch on the master blade with the Word "Craftsman" with a long tail letter "C" with the tail following under the rest of the letters, and in smaller print the model number would be just to the right.
So Smitty, I forgot I had this knife (sad, I know). I think the family connection between my new Craftsman and Ulster is definite now. This is an Ulster Cattle Stockman that I picked up years ago. Quite a family resemblance I'd say...
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Cousins maybe. ::nod:: ::shrug::
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doglegg wrote: Sun Sep 19, 2021 1:31 am Cousins maybe. ::nod:: ::shrug::
True dat, Dlegg!
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toomanyknives wrote: Sun Sep 19, 2021 12:13 am
Papa Bones wrote: Thu Sep 16, 2021 6:23 am
toomanyknives wrote: Thu Sep 16, 2021 12:05 am
Got my little Craftsman today, Smitty. I actually think this may be a little older Ulster made knife. It has pins instead of Swinden Keys, and it has the upside down shield and Craftsman USA tang stamp with no model number. Blades are full, the had a few spots, and tarnish, but overall a nice little knife..IMG_1809 (2).JPGIMG_1810 (2).JPG
Very nice TMK ::tu:: ::tu:: ::nod:: Yep, by the handles, the nail pull, and the secondary blade size, I would say Ulster also. Definitly late 1950's. Has the oval shield without the crown around the word Craftsman. 1960 and 61 they changed shields and started stamping the model numbers on some. Yours originally would have had a etch on the master blade with the Word "Craftsman" with a long tail letter "C" with the tail following under the rest of the letters, and in smaller print the model number would be just to the right.
So Smitty, I forgot I had this knife (sad, I know). I think the family connection between my new Craftsman and Ulster is definite now. This is an Ulster Cattle Stockman that I picked up years ago. Quite a family resemblance I'd say...
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Sweet duo t-m-k! ::tu:: ::nod:: :D
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TPK wrote: Sun Sep 19, 2021 4:56 pm Sweet duo t-m-k! ::tu:: ::nod:: :D
Thanks Tom!
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I've always wanted a hoof pick. Don't know why. No association with horses since the last time I went riding while on vacation on The Dominican Republic several years ago. I guess what I'm trying to say is I have absolutely no need or use for one but as ~Q~ keeps reminding me, "The monkey wants what the monkey wants."

Decided this was cheap enough to add one to the pile on a whim. It's a Cattleman's Cutlery Farriers Companion.
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jerryd6818 wrote: Mon Sep 20, 2021 5:44 pmI've always wanted a hoof pick.
Well, you don't have to have a horse ....
you can always pick your own hooves with it !
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jerryd6818 wrote: Mon Sep 20, 2021 5:44 pm I've always wanted a hoof pick. Don't know why. No association with horses since the last time I went riding while on vacation on The Dominican Republic several years ago. I guess what I'm trying to say is I have absolutely no need or use for one but as ~Q~ keeps reminding me, "The monkey wants what the monkey wants."

Decided this was cheap enough to add one to the pile on a whim. It's a Cattleman's Cutlery Farriers Companion.
When has "A legitimate purposeful utilitarian need" really been the only reason to buy a knife. Well.....other than hunters and skinners?? Looks good Jerry!!
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royal0014 wrote: Mon Sep 20, 2021 8:57 pm
jerryd6818 wrote: Mon Sep 20, 2021 5:44 pmI've always wanted a hoof pick.
Well, you don't have to have a horse ....
you can always pick your own hooves with it !
::nod:: :lol:
Yeah, but I think I better not pick my nose with it. ::uc::
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Papa Bones wrote: Mon Sep 20, 2021 10:16 pm
jerryd6818 wrote: Mon Sep 20, 2021 5:44 pm I've always wanted a hoof pick. Don't know why. No association with horses since the last time I went riding while on vacation on The Dominican Republic several years ago. I guess what I'm trying to say is I have absolutely no need or use for one but as ~Q~ keeps reminding me, "The monkey wants what the monkey wants."

Decided this was cheap enough to add one to the pile on a whim. It's a Cattleman's Cutlery Farriers Companion.
When has "A legitimate purposeful utilitarian need" really been the only reason to buy a knife. Well.....other than hunters and skinners?? Looks good Jerry!!
Smitty, you're being so logical. :D
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Jerry, Christmas is coming, maybe you will get that pony you always wanted. I have to admit I like those knives too. ::nod:: ::nod::
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Perfect tool to clean muddy boots with... ::tu::
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jerryd6818 wrote: Mon Sep 20, 2021 5:44 pm I've always wanted a hoof pick. Don't know why. No association with horses since the last time I went riding while on vacation on The Dominican Republic several years ago. I guess what I'm trying to say is I have absolutely no need or use for one but as ~Q~ keeps reminding me, "The monkey wants what the monkey wants."

Decided this was cheap enough to add one to the pile on a whim. It's a Cattleman's Cutlery Farriers Companion.
Nice! I've been looking at purchasing that very one, even though I haven't been into horses in a while. Carried an inexpensive Cashel "Horseman's Knife" on me (it was ten bucks, about all I could afford as an 11 year old), and usually had a dedicated hoof pick in the barn. I had one a local blacksmith had made me out of a horseshoe, but have never used it. I mostly kept it displayed.
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The Case is way too expensive to be something I'd actually clean a horse's hoof with and gunk up. The Cashel does work (and so well, it was usually my barn companion back then), but is too heavy to be a "pocket" knife. The clip point blade is nearly inaccessible--I did most of my cutting with the hoof trimming blade (the long, straight blade with the hooked/bent end), as it was easy to open. The Moore Maker (Bear and Son) and "Schrade" versions have modified (basically just unsharpened) gut hooks as hoof picks, and they can damage the fragile "frog" of a hoof. They are also completely the wrong shape due to not actually being hoof picks.

I wanted the Victorinox Equestrian when I was just getting into horses, but never got it (one, as my folks didn't order much back then, and it was a model not often found in the USA until recently--SMKW exclusive at the time; as that's the only place I found it). A couple years ago, Victorinox upgraded it from the old external "slide lock" to a liner lock (which means bigger pins), I plan to replace the straight edge two-hand open blade with a one-hand serrated blade (for cutting of stirrups in an emergency) and the corkscrew with a Phillips screwdriver. I just wish the hoof pick locked, since it's in the same position as the locking cap-lifter (but as with the gut hook on the "Hunter" model, it does not). That will probably take some filing if I do decide to make it lock.
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cody6268 wrote: Tue Sep 21, 2021 2:10 pm
jerryd6818 wrote: Mon Sep 20, 2021 5:44 pm I've always wanted a hoof pick. Don't know why. No association with horses since the last time I went riding while on vacation on The Dominican Republic several years ago. I guess what I'm trying to say is I have absolutely no need or use for one but as ~Q~ keeps reminding me, "The monkey wants what the monkey wants."

Decided this was cheap enough to add one to the pile on a whim. It's a Cattleman's Cutlery Farriers Companion.
Nice! I've been looking at purchasing that very one, even though I haven't been into horses in a while. Carried an inexpensive Cashel "Horseman's Knife" on me (it was ten bucks, about all I could afford as an 11 year old), and usually had a dedicated hoof pick in the barn. I had one a local blacksmith had made me out of a horseshoe, but have never used it. I mostly kept it displayed.

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The Case is way too expensive to be something I'd actually clean a horse's hoof with and gunk up. The Cashel does work (and so well, it was usually my barn companion back then), but is too heavy to be a "pocket" knife. The clip point blade is nearly inaccessible--I did most of my cutting with the hoof trimming blade (the long, straight blade with the hooked/bent end), as it was easy to open. The Moore Maker (Bear and Son) and "Schrade" versions have modified (basically just unsharpened) gut hooks as hoof picks, and they can damage the fragile "frog" of a hoof. They are also completely the wrong shape due to not actually being hoof picks.

I wanted the Victorinox Equestrian when I was just getting into horses, but never got it (one, as my folks didn't order much back then, and it was a model not often found in the USA until recently--SMKW exclusive at the time; as that's the only place I found it). A couple years ago, Victorinox upgraded it from the old external "slide lock" to a liner lock (which means bigger pins), I plan to replace the straight edge two-hand open blade with a one-hand serrated blade (for cutting of stirrups in an emergency) and the corkscrew with a Phillips screwdriver. I just wish the hoof pick locked, since it's in the same position as the locking cap-lifter (but as with the gut hook on the "Hunter" model, it does not). That will probably take some filing if I do decide to make it lock.

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Probably $20 with shipping & tax.
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Adding another to my China Schrade collection, that is if USPS can find my mailbox.
A lockback 3OT.
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dlr110 wrote: Thu Sep 23, 2021 8:35 pm Adding another to my China Schrade collection, that is if USPS can find my mailbox.
A lockback 3OT.
A 3OT is one of my favorite EDC's, David. great little knife..
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Help! Someone save me from myself. I had hit my limit for September and then this steal & deal showed up on eBay. I put in a best offer and it was accepted. And the waiting begins.

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jerryd6818 wrote: Mon Sep 27, 2021 1:23 pm Help! Someone save me from myself. I had hit my limit for September and then this steal & deal showed up on eBay. I put in a best offer and it was accepted. And the waiting begins.

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No biggie, Jerry. It just means one less for October... Yeah right.. :D
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toomanyknives wrote: Mon Sep 27, 2021 4:29 pm
jerryd6818 wrote: Mon Sep 27, 2021 1:23 pm Help! Someone save me from myself. I had hit my limit for September and then this steal & deal showed up on eBay. I put in a best offer and it was accepted. And the waiting begins.

Case 2020 Mini-Trapper in Amber Bone
No biggie, Jerry. It just means one less for October... Yeah right.. :D
Riiggghht. ::skeptic::
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I looked at my bank account, and I just got a charge from Shepherd Hills; so my Copperhead may be coming soon!
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I WON!!!! ::ds::
I made a bid on this CASE Trapper on the Shepherd Hills website during their September auction and then never gave it a second thought. I had no expectations of winning it, but I just received a phone call from them confirming I won and it's in the mail!
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dlr110 wrote: Wed Sep 29, 2021 5:46 pm I WON!!!! ::ds::
I made a bid on this CASE Trapper on the Shepherd Hills website during their September auction and then never gave it a second thought. I had no expectations of winning it, but I just received a phone call from them confirming I won and it's in the mail!
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Nice!
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