What Else Do You Collect Besides Knives?
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Re: What Else Do You Collect Besides Knives?
Today I noticed we have a Chinese take on a Coleman Lantern.
It has a glass bowl and is advertised as emergency lighting.
It uses a wick and oil also sold.
Added info: Sold at the store where I work. We don't have it.
It has a glass bowl and is advertised as emergency lighting.
It uses a wick and oil also sold.
Added info: Sold at the store where I work. We don't have it.
Looking for the magic penny!
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Not much in this thread of late, so...
I finally unboxed my collection of fountain pens. Although I no longer actively collect them, I do enjoy using them. For those with arthritic hands or if it hurts to grip a pen, the fountain pen may be an option. It requires very little pressure to hold and use. I have more stuff that goes along with fountain pens, but I still need to sort and arrange.
I finally unboxed my collection of fountain pens. Although I no longer actively collect them, I do enjoy using them. For those with arthritic hands or if it hurts to grip a pen, the fountain pen may be an option. It requires very little pressure to hold and use. I have more stuff that goes along with fountain pens, but I still need to sort and arrange.
Take care and God bless,
Steve
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But any knife is better than no knife! ~ Mumbleypeg (aka Ken)
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But any knife is better than no knife! ~ Mumbleypeg (aka Ken)
Re: What Else Do You Collect Besides Knives?
Steve ,that’s pretty coolSteve Warden wrote: ↑Fri Feb 26, 2021 1:49 pm Not much in this thread of late, so...
I finally unboxed my collection of fountain pens. Although I no longer actively collect them, I do enjoy using them. For those with arthritic hands or if it hurts to grip a pen, the fountain pen may be an option. It requires very little pressure to hold and use.
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I have more stuff that goes along with fountain pens, but I still need to sort and arrange.
Didn’t realize that pen collecting was such a thing , very interesting. And that you use them ,that’s neat !
Thanks for sharing your pics and info on Fountain pens !
JP
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WOW... those pens are NICE!!
I have always thought those old fountain pens were COOL!!
I have always thought those old fountain pens were COOL!!
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That's a VERY nice collection of fountain pens you have there Steve.
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I collect Matchbox and Hotwheels (and a few others) and modify many of the Hotwheels because they come with flames and othetr stuff.
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With all the snow I've been collecting aches and pains!
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Ain't it the truth mate...
"Never, never, never give up."
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Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.
Matthew 6:34
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Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.
Matthew 6:34
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2nd that Mike.Meridian_Mike wrote: ↑Fri Feb 26, 2021 2:09 pm WOW... those pens are NICE!!
I have always thought those old fountain pens were COOL!!
"Never, never, never give up."
Winston Churchill
Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.
Matthew 6:34
Winston Churchill
Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.
Matthew 6:34
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Re: What Else Do You Collect Besides Knives?
Meridian_Mike wrote: ↑Fri Feb 26, 2021 2:09 pm WOW... those pens are NICE!!
I have always thought those old fountain pens were COOL!!
Thanks guys!New_Windsor_NY wrote: ↑Fri Feb 26, 2021 3:08 pmThat's a VERY nice collection of fountain pens you have there Steve.
Take care and God bless,
Steve
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1980-2000
But any knife is better than no knife! ~ Mumbleypeg (aka Ken)
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But any knife is better than no knife! ~ Mumbleypeg (aka Ken)
Re: What Else Do You Collect Besides Knives?
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Re: What Else Do You Collect Besides Knives?
The only other thing I collect besides pocket knives is:
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Hahaha!!!!rexstubbins wrote: ↑Wed Jun 16, 2021 3:00 am The only other thing I collect besides pocket knives is:
Also, very cool fountain pens!
I collect everything steam engine! I own a Minneapolis steam traction engine, a stationary boiler, and 12 stationary steam engines. Dozens of scale model steam engines, books about steam engines, vintage photographs of steam engines, steam engine manuals, steam gauges, lubricators... you get the idea.
I have a few stationary gas engines of the hit and miss variety.
I also actively collect American made pocket watches, mostly railroad grade.
Quasi actively collect nautical antiques, but only related to steam ships.
Dabbled in classic trucks for a few years. That one passed quickly.
Never considered myself a knife collector, more of an accumulator. I’ve carried knives all my life and I like trying different brands and patterns to see how well they work for me as EDC’s. Always preferred traditional patterns, never much cared for modern styles. I drifted in here looking to read other folks opinions on knives I was thinking of trying before I bought. Then I developed a thirst for more! YOU GUYS ARE A BAD INFLUENCE!!!!
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I've collected all manner of things over the years, mainly die-cast cars. Those are mostly gone, but will soon be replaced by die-cast farm machinery. Farm machinery is symbolic not necessarily of a lifestyle I'd like to lead, but a setting I'd like to find myself in.
I've also acquired a multitude of bandanas, but I don't consider them serious collectibles. They're more like a handy piece of gear that is so cheap that it makes sense to have a good-sized stash of them.
I've also acquired a multitude of bandanas, but I don't consider them serious collectibles. They're more like a handy piece of gear that is so cheap that it makes sense to have a good-sized stash of them.
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I would love to see your collection Willie!Steamboat Willie wrote: ↑Wed Jun 16, 2021 3:20 amI collect everything steam engine! I own a Minneapolis steam traction engine, a stationary boiler, and 12 stationary steam engines. Dozens of scale model steam engines, books about steam engines, vintage photographs of steam engines, steam engine manuals, steam gauges, lubricators... you get the idea.
Especially running steam or other engines
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Yes....
Let's see a few pics of your steam goodies!!
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Third it!Meridian_Mike wrote: ↑Wed Jun 16, 2021 11:41 amYes....
Let's see a few pics of your steam goodies!!
"Never, never, never give up."
Winston Churchill
Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.
Matthew 6:34
Winston Churchill
Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.
Matthew 6:34
Re: What Else Do You Collect Besides Knives?
A fourth vote in favor of steam engine and stationary gas engine goodness.
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Ok gents, fair enough! Here are a few of my large lumps. My Minneapolis traction engine at work on a thresher, my Little Giant steam air compressor, and my International Harvester “Famous” gas engine.WillyCamaro wrote: ↑Wed Jun 16, 2021 4:17 pmThird it!Meridian_Mike wrote: ↑Wed Jun 16, 2021 11:41 amYes....
Let's see a few pics of your steam goodies!!
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Old machinery always fascinates me. Thanks for sharing that excellent trio!
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A well chosen nick name. Thanks for posting your machinery .
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Man..... those are just too cool.
Thanks for sharing with us!
Thanks for sharing with us!
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WAY COOL!!Steamboat Willie wrote: ↑Thu Jun 17, 2021 1:07 am Ok gents, fair enough! Here are a few of my large lumps. My Minneapolis traction engine at work on a thresher, my Little Giant steam air compressor, and my International Harvester “Famous” gas engine.
Take care and God bless,
Steve
TSgt USAF, Retired
1980-2000
But any knife is better than no knife! ~ Mumbleypeg (aka Ken)
Steve
TSgt USAF, Retired
1980-2000
But any knife is better than no knife! ~ Mumbleypeg (aka Ken)
Re: What Else Do You Collect Besides Knives?
Ok gents, fair enough! Here are a few of my large lumps. My Minneapolis traction engine at work on a thresher, my Little Giant steam air compressor, and my International Harvester “Famous” gas engine.
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Not all who wander are lost!!
Of all the paths you take in life,
Make sure some of them are Dirt!!!
Of all the paths you take in life,
Make sure some of them are Dirt!!!
Re: What Else Do You Collect Besides Knives?
I do not normally buy antique Chinese soapstone carvings. But this one is a bit above board.