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displaying bayonets - seeking feeedback!

Started this discussion. Last reply by Kevin D Feb 8. 2 Replies

Hey folks, I have a question that I would appreciate your input on.How would you display bayonets? Vertical?  Horizontal?  At an angle?Supported in slots?  With dowels in the muzzle rings, fingers…Continue

Finished a sheath for my wife

Started this discussion. Last reply by Dennis Hibar Dec 27, 2023. 1 Reply

This was my very first attempt at forging anything.  Ever.  (Thank you Jan and Donnie for their patience and teaching!)Jade (my wife) loved it, so I gave it to her.  She said she wanted to use it as…Continue

Condor - Huron Knife (a new knife and my 'review')

Started this discussion. Last reply by Kevin D Dec 7, 2023. 4 Replies

Never tried to do any sort of a review before, here is my first attempt.<EDITED to clarify an edge feature and to add additional information regarding the blade thickness and the wire wrap recess…Continue

Took too long - A Sugar Beet Knife by Clyde Cutlery Co.

Started this discussion. Last reply by martyb Aug 27, 2023. 3 Replies

My father had somehow/sometime acquired a few sugar beet knives.  I was somehow able to secure a couple.  This is the first of the two that I am trying to salvage.This one has a straight blade and…Continue

 

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Knife Engineering - Thomas

"Now hold on here...  I resemble that remark!   lol. Just because I understand his testing, the differences between BCC and FCC, the different microstructures in steel caused by various heat treating recipes and such... …"
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Swords of Imperial Japan - Dawson

"Swords of Imperial Japan 1868 – 1945: Cyclopedia Edition by Jim Dawson. Published in 2007 Hardbound 8 ¾ x 11 ¼” 448 pages (in English). Over 900 full color photographs.   The Cyclopedia Edition is a greatly…"
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Swords of Imperial Japan - Dawson

"LoL! Nod to you brother!"
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Swords of Imperial Japan - Dawson

"LOL! If you know me, you realize that I did not pay near that much for the book.  I very much value good information.  Especially when compiled into a good, single source.  But justifying that purchase with a willingness to part with…"
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Knife Engineering - Thomas

"Boy - this one has "Kevin" written all over it! Good deal...I bet Larrin Thomas had you in mind when he wrote it!  :-D"
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Swords of Imperial Japan - Dawson

"Oh nice book....this one looks really interesting to me, as I have two Type 19 Kyu-Gunto swords, like what's on the cover. Of course, like all great books NOT in my library, it's $175 and up....figures."
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Bayonets of the World Vol l 1-4

"Congratulations on your latest acquisition! Those look to be in fabulous condition as well. In terms of investment, bayonet prices may fluctuate based on economic conditions, supply, etc....but these books will always maintain their value! Enjoy!!"
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Swords and Hilt Weapons

"You sold me on it!  I had to go find me one..   LOL! Supposedly a nice "almost brand-new condition".  Free shipping and $7.54.  Done deal.  Different picture on the cover though.   Many…"
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Swords and Hilt Weapons

"I am liking your description of this one in particular.  I might need to pursue finding this one.  Thus far, I have not gotten tooooo far in the sword realm, but I think I see it looming on the horizon.  :P Good Stuff! (Spread that…"
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Bayonets of Japan

"Many of the other books I do not own (yet), but I completely agree with your assertion in its 'holy grail' status.  I have found it to be indispensable.  "
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Boker VOX FieldFolder -1

"Now that's what I'm talking about...well done, and thank you!  Good stuff, and while you may think you're cheap, Boker - even on sale - is rarely cheap. Thanks for the extra data....now it's worth bragging on."
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Boker VOX FieldFolder -1

"Oh yeah....  I forgot to mention... It was designed by Jesper Voxnaes.  (Hence the VOX in the name...)"
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Boker VOX FieldFolder -1

"Spill the details, eh? Why this one?  I like the looks of it, and it went on sale.  :)  Yep.  I'm cheap. When?  It was delivered today.  (Saturday Nov. 8) Specs?  Handle scales are Black G10,    …"
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How long have you collected knives?
16- 20 years
Favorite Kind of Knives
FIXED BLADE
BUCK
CASE XX INDIAN SERIES
OLD MILITARY
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About Me
Nothing special.
Just a guy that likes to keep his hands and mind busy.
Interests
Somehow, Swiss and Japanese bayonets have found their way into my realm of interests. Kind of like that puppy that follows you home... I am not real sure how this happened.
Other Hobbies
Hunting, fishing, woodworking, metal working, restoring older ... stuff.

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At 18:58 on February 3, 2025, Lonnie Lowry said…

I've got a model 62 also in much better condition than the '90. I hunted with the '62 with my grandad on a ranch in the Arbuckle Mountains of south-central Oklahoma where he was a true to life horseback riding cowboy until he was 83. Those rifles are neat and accurate little guns. Thanks for the welcome to iKnife. I've got 5 Mr Itou 5" drop hunter damascus knives (unused with leather sheaths) with exotic handles (Mammoth molar, genuine ivory, narwhal horn, abalone, and another that I can't remember). I'm trying to determine quality and value. I've also got a Civil War officer's sword (in very good to excellent condition) marked U.S. ADK 1862 on one side and Ames Mfg Co Chicopee Mass. on the other side with the metal scabbard. On the handguard it is stamped 2125. Again I'm trying to determine value. I'm interested in selling these, as well as some other knives. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks, Lonnie

At 10:32 on November 15, 2024, David Hawkins said…

Thanks for the welcome message Kevin.  I wonder what type of knife Godzilla would carry?  Multi-tool, or would they be too hard to open?  Fixed blade, maybe a Smatchet Cas Iberia Viking Sword as a neck knife?  Auto or manual folder - Cold Steel pocket sword (Voyager XL Vaquero)?  Perhaps a Spyderco Salt since he seems to spend a lot of time in the ocean?

At 8:22 on August 29, 2024, Alan Vetter said…

Hi Kevin. Apologies for not seeing this sooner. My profile pic was a stock photo, but dad is an avid tool collector and has boxes and boxes of those things. Actually he WAS an avid tool collector until mom put the brakes on him because they were running out of room in the house. She understands the passion for collecting, but his addiction was making life a bit difficult. He too is a fan of Stanley anything. Stay well and thanks!

At 11:18 on July 20, 2024, J.J. Smith III said…

Always good too have more friends, Kevin.

At 5:57 on June 9, 2024, Bill Martinson said…

The top row is all old western from Boulder Colorado then there is Case,Buck,Schrade,

Puma,Solinger. I have 228 fix blase and 803 pocket knives.

At 20:08 on January 30, 2022, Lars said…

Hey man...thanks for the friend request...of course I accepted! As for sending private messages, this is just fine - but if you truely want to send a private message - use the iKC email - upper right hand corner of your page in the area of your name, sign out, Fried requests, etc...

I wanted to start a formal stand-alone CFK group, but I could not accurately gauge  if it would be accepted or not - so I started the it as a sub-group in the Box Full of Knives Box of Knives. I'm glad i did - as I commented to Lead Left Knife Guy , I seem to be the only one playing in that sand box at the moment, and I'm not sure my ego could manage no one join a group!  LoL!

Right now it looks like it's just my thread....but if you add a post to it, then it will be as it is intended - a place to appreciate the CFK/iPAC brand.

At 23:45 on February 8, 2021, J.J. Smith III said…

At 19:42 on February 6, 2021,
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Kevin, thank you for joining the Arsenal group.

At 15:07 on February 4, 2021, Steve Scheuerman (Manx) said…

Just ask if you need a hand! Or stick your head into the Chatroom and give a holler.

At 14:37 on February 4, 2021, Steve Scheuerman (Manx) said…

Hey there, Kevin! Welcome to iKnife! Come on in, kick back and check things out. There's some handy tips on our front page to help you find your way around, and some fantastic people in the Chat room if you have any questions or want to shoot the breeze. Site rules are also on the main page, and if you get creative, you can customise your My Page to suit your own style! Hope you enjoy your stay with us! Great to have you on board!

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Not to cut the cheese! - The post-socket era of Swiss bayonets

Posted on August 19, 2025 at 20:30 3 Comments

In the course of writing this blog, it has been reinforced to me that a good order of thoughts help provide a clear and concise transference of information.  While I had this information in pieces (knowing they went together), it was not organized nearly as neatly as this is now.  So this has really helped me consolidate things and get things all together nicely.

 

iKC has been a great find and home on the internet for me.  A large array of topics ranging from folders (that I…

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