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Although an Import Rough Rider Brand by Smoky Mountain Knife Works continues to get high marks as a favorite for collectors.
Started by Guy MEDFORD Dec 19, 2023. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I believe I have just about every known scale, bolster, and shield combo, but I want any old or new combinations out there. I generally have triplicate in many discontinued and some rare small…Continue
Started by Ron Foster. Last reply by Fred Kemp Nov 8, 2021. 13 Replies 11 Likes
Many of the Rough Rider patterns I own are similar to some of the Case patterns I own. When comparing the quality, fit and finish these knives are a great value. What really makes them great is I…Continue
Started by Ralph West. Last reply by Jeremy B. Buchanan Mar 29, 2021. 6 Replies 4 Likes
I started collecting fixed blade knives at first and have about 30 from various companies, but once I got into Pocket knives I was hooked. I have about 50 and Rough Rider is the cornerstone of my…Continue
Started by Ugly Old Guy. Last reply by Ugly Old Guy Jan 18, 2021. 3 Replies 1 Like
In the "A Stroke of Luck" series, I have the RR1057 Large Stockman, RR1058 standard size Trapper, and RR1062 regular size Canoe.Does anyone know what the RR1059, RR1060, and RR1061 knives are?Since…Continue
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Ivars,
When considering a roll, it's a good idea to find out if it has different sized loops or not. I had one that had a hodge-podge of different sizes that I felt were waisted.
There is no doubt that a roll is more transportable and in theory will hold more knives in less space, however, I'm not crazy about using a roll for long time storage. I currently house my knives in chest of drawers lined with felt. I suppose they will collect more dust but as I routinely wipe them down, I don't see this as a major problem I also have several knives out for display. Again they need to be wiped on a routine basis. I want easy access and also want to show knives easily.
I currently don't own a knife roll. If I need to transport a large number of knives, I'll probably use my camera case, which is made of anodized aluminum and several layers of foam rubber. I'd wrap the knives in acid free archive paper and place them between the layers of foam. If I needed a larger container, I've got plenty of foam rubber as well as a very large suit case.
Space is a major consideration. I've got the space so I have plenty of options. If you don't have space, a roll may be an ideal solution because you can pack knives aways and display them in a small amount of space fairly quickly.
Needing to haul knives is another consideration. If you're hitting the shows and moving your knives often, the roll or a special carrying cases are probably a necessity.
I just ordered the small version of the Damascus Rough Rider from a dealer in the states.
I'm very curious as to how I'll like it.
That looks good Billy! I left mine natural with a coat of Minwax clear satin polyurethane.
No, I didn't try hrknives.com yet. I've never done business with them, but I'll try sending them an email asking if they actually have it, or they think they can get it.
I have two of the knife chests. As far as I know bladematrix.com DOES still have some left. I got mine for $13.95!
Speaking of bladematrix.com........I called bladematrix and Cecil said he does NOT have the RR1021 Damascus lockback in stock. He said he thinks he can get one somewhere. So, I don't know. When I get out to pick the money tree I might try to see if he can get me one. I have so many other RRs to get I'll have to see.
I think my money tree needs fertilizer.
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