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Gumshoe wrote: Fri Oct 15, 2021 6:31 pm This is my one and only Display knife.Fear This Case Copperhead Display.jpg
Beautiful knife Gumshoe! ::nod:: Love them bolsters! ::tu:: ::super_happy::
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TPK wrote: Fri Oct 15, 2021 5:15 pm The metal "Whatchamacallit" (that kind of looks like a small thimble) is something I got out of some expensive speakers my former boss threw away. It has something to do with speakers, amps ect. I'm sure someone knows the correct name for them when they look at the pictures.
Tom, its the female end (socket) of a banana plug. Spent a lot of time as a kid in Radio Shack buying stuff ::nod::


Nice displays everyone ::tu::
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Bryan wrote: Fri Oct 15, 2021 5:26 pm I love it, Tom! That was a great read 8) I suppose a guy should always keep a stash of all different kinds of "Whatchamacallits" :mrgreen:
Did some researching this morning. ::hmm::

My "Whatchamacallits" are actually called "Binding Posts" and are commonly used on speakers, amps and other musical equipment. The center hole of the binding post is an opening to insert wire. This may be done as bare wire or if chosen, with the help of a so called banana plug on the end of the wire. Then..., the metal cap is screwed on, to clamp the wire or banana plug tightly in place & insure for a good connection. ::nod:: ::tu::
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Miller Bro's wrote: Sat Oct 16, 2021 5:23 am
TPK wrote: Fri Oct 15, 2021 5:15 pm The metal "Whatchamacallit" (that kind of looks like a small thimble) is something I got out of some expensive speakers my former boss threw away. It has something to do with speakers, amps ect. I'm sure someone knows the correct name for them when they look at the pictures.
Tom, its the female end (socket) of a banana plug. Spent a lot of time as a kid in Radio Shack buying stuff ::nod::

Nice displays everyone ::tu::
Thanks for the Info! ::handshake:: I was just researching that. :lol:
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TPK wrote: Fri Oct 15, 2021 3:00 pm Show 'em off! ::super_happy::

Show us your showcases or other knife related eye-catching conversation pieces. ::tu::
Hi ya Tom! long time no hear!
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LDF Knives wrote: Sat Oct 16, 2021 5:42 am
TPK wrote: Fri Oct 15, 2021 3:00 pm Show 'em off! ::super_happy::

Show us your showcases or other knife related eye-catching conversation pieces. ::tu::
Hi ya Tom! long time no hear!
I'm still here. ::nod:: Enjoying the company of all the good people here. ::tu:: :D
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Tom, that’s cool as all get out right there.
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Shelf I keep with some EDCs on it so each morning I can grab blades for the day or whenever I need a change up.
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Colonel26 wrote: Sat Oct 16, 2021 11:25 am Tom, that’s cool as all get out right there.
Thanks Wade! ::handshake:: ::super_happy:: Appreciate it Buddy! ::nod::

Even my wife likes it. ::shrug:: :mrgreen:
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Ivoryman wrote: Sat Oct 16, 2021 6:55 pm Shelf I keep with some EDCs on it so each morning I can grab blades for the day or whenever I need a change up.
McKnive :mrgreen: Good idea I-Man! ::nod:: ::tu::
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These are what I have. I still need another couple of display cases to show more. Sorry about the reflections. ::hmm::
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#goldpan wrote: Sat Oct 16, 2021 11:10 pm These are what I have. I still need another couple of display cases to show more. Sorry about the reflections. ::hmm::
Dang Randy! :shock: You have some really nice looking knives! ::nod:: I especially like that collection of "72's"! ::tu:: Outstanding! ::nod:: ::super_happy::

Can somebody tell me more about the connection between Schrade & I-XL knives? I'd appreciate it! ::nod:: Thanks!::handshake:: ::super_happy::
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Tom, Your cat is a piece of fine art. Outstanding. ::tu::


Brian, I enjoy scrimshaw and your examples are first rate.


goldpan, Your Moby Dick is very impressive.
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TPK wrote: Sun Oct 17, 2021 10:55 am
#goldpan wrote: Sat Oct 16, 2021 11:10 pm These are what I have. I still need another couple of display cases to show more. Sorry about the reflections. ::hmm::
Dang Randy! :shock: You have some really nice looking knives! ::nod:: I especially like that collection of "72's"! ::tu:: Outstanding! ::nod:: ::super_happy::

Can somebody tell me more about the connection between Schrade & I-XL knives? I'd appreciate it! ::nod:: Thanks!::handshake:: ::super_happy::
From I understand Uncle Henry Baer had control of both Schrade and Wostemholm as well as Camillus. I read some where that the lock backs were sent in skeleton form to Camillus for finishing. Talk about connections.... Here is a link to another thread that should fill in the blanks.

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#goldpan wrote: Sun Oct 17, 2021 3:43 pm
TPK wrote: Sun Oct 17, 2021 10:55 am
#goldpan wrote: Sat Oct 16, 2021 11:10 pm These are what I have. I still need another couple of display cases to show more. Sorry about the reflections. ::hmm::
Dang Randy! :shock: You have some really nice looking knives! ::nod:: I especially like that collection of "72's"! ::tu:: Outstanding! ::nod:: ::super_happy::

Can somebody tell me more about the connection between Schrade & I-XL knives? I'd appreciate it! ::nod:: Thanks!::handshake:: ::super_happy::
From I understand Uncle Henry Baer had control of both Schrade and Wostemholm as well as Camillus. I read some where that the lock backs were sent in skeleton form to Camillus for finishing. Talk about connections.... Here is a link to another thread that should fill in the blanks.

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Cool! Thanks for the Info! ::handshake:: Appreciate it! ::handshake:: ::super_happy::
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Your welcome! ::handshake::
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Here's a couple of mine in the display case:

The two hawkbills saw extensive use in the mines. The one with the bail still attached was my Granddad's (he pocket carried his), and a buddy of mine carried the one with the bail broken off for many years in the mines (he carried his on the toolbelt as he was the maintenance guy). I retired them a long time ago as I was getting several other Kleins in varying conditions in used lots (I have about 6 now); and I mostly carry the Japan-made hawksbill that is much lighter, and one-hand opening (plus it locks up better than a Utica; as what Moki calls acceptable truly is; Utica stinks on the budget models).

The two wood-handled knives are Camillus-built Imperial Frontier Double Eagles. They are award knives for the Westmoreland Coal Company, but oddly etched on the pile side. The #27 is a Channellock model. It is the only truly mint #27 I own.

That's the same hardhat my Granddad used in the mines when he worked underground in various positions. His others, mostly kept in the truck when he was mostly in parts and service in later years, are near mint. This was also just laying in the basement. I plan to do something with his rigger's belt and Kohler Wheat battery lamp (other than getting it back to as-new; and while I plan to, the batteries are EXPENSIVE for those--like $300).

The lamp is a Kohler #209 Flame Safety lamp. It was used in the mines right before the advent of electronic sniffer equipment for methane. Pretty old school, even for the mid '70s-early '80s.

The Bluefield Coal Show is the smaller of two coal trade shows in the US. It is done at the Brushfork Armory every two years, and is pretty much local. It was cancelled this year due to the big one, MinExpo in Las Vegas being postponed until this year. My Granddad attended it several times in the '70s and '80s. The buckle was found for you guessed it, a dollar at a church yardsale about 10 years ago. I got it as a Christmas gift a few years later.
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Below it is my great grandfather's old Just Rite hunting lamp (carbide); a Justrite that I have left as-is as the body is too banged up to hold gas pressure.

There is also my ERTL Schrade-Walden 1950 Chevy Panel Van, a Camillus Scout Leader penknife, a Schrade Norfolk Southern Pocahontas Diviision (headquarters is in next town over) 1988 Safety Award, a '90s Zippo knife, and a Schrade Lilly three-blade doctor's penknife (my name for the pattern)--it's just a 778 with an added lancet (Wharncliffe) blade and bail.

And a watch battery I keep spare and want to know where it is.

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cody, you have a wonderful historical display and recount that history very well. Thanks for sharing.
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Thank you for showing us this Cody. That is a great display, and very touching.
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:shock: Nice looking collection Garry! ::tu:: ::super_happy::

Especially like those scrims! :shock: Wow! ::tu:: :D
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cody6268 wrote: Fri Oct 29, 2021 2:54 am Here's a couple of mine in the display case:
Very special collection! ::tu:: Thanks for sharing! ::handshake:: 8)
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:shock: Outstanding Garry! ::nod:: ::tu:: ::super_happy::
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#goldpan wrote: Sat Oct 16, 2021 11:10 pm These are what I have. I still need another couple of display cases to show more. Sorry about the reflections. ::hmm::
I don't know how I missed this, but the Moby Dick knife is really cool ::tu:: ::tu::
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