Camillus Barlow 51
Camillus Barlow 51
I had purchased some small bone slabs that were a bit on the thin side but I figured I'd find a use for them and they were definitely priced right:
The color was much nicer than I imagined considering what the slabs looked like. And the thickness, though a bit on the thin side seemed to work okay for this style of knife.
Then I found this old Camillus Barlow 51 in my project box that seemed to be about the right size:
The usual disassembly and preliminary cleanup:
And re-assembled and cleaned up:
(I just noticed a little bit of glue still on the one scale at the bolster LOL, the pictures don't lie!)The color was much nicer than I imagined considering what the slabs looked like. And the thickness, though a bit on the thin side seemed to work okay for this style of knife.
Hey … it’s a pocketknife for gosh sakes. I’m not selling the Mona Lisa….Bullitt4001
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Re: Camillus Barlow 51
You are truly an artist. I can't even draw a stick figure. Very nice.
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Re: Camillus Barlow 51
Another good job. Good color.
Re: Camillus Barlow 51
Very well done! I love to see other's projects like this. It has inspired me to try it as well.
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Re: Camillus Barlow 51
Looks really nice!
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Nicely done indeed! I was surprised to see the final color. I thought you posted the wrong picture or something.
Re: Camillus Barlow 51
Looks nice! I like the color, it adds something to that Barlow.
Re: Camillus Barlow 51
Nice job! The Camillus 51 is one of my favorite patterns work on. Nice work!
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Re: Camillus Barlow 51
Looks like new, good job!
Re: Camillus Barlow 51
Now THAT is a great looking knife, sir!
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