iKnife Collector2024-03-29T04:47:43ZKeelen Grimmhttps://iknifecollector.com/profile/KeelenGrimmhttps://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2792736705?profile=RESIZE_48X48&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1https://iknifecollector.com/group/tacticalcollectorsclub/forum/topic/listForContributor?user=3v893831ai0qc&feed=yes&xn_auth=noM1895 Chilean Mauser bayonettag:iknifecollector.com,2023-03-01:3181080:Topic:17117862023-03-01T01:01:00.996ZKeelen Grimmhttps://iknifecollector.com/profile/KeelenGrimm
<p>It just arrived today.</p>
<p>Absolutely fantastic condition, Serial numbers on the blade and the scabbard match; about 95% original bluing on the scabbard; blade remains shiny with no indication of polishing to clean throughout the years. I did some very superficial cleaning and then gave it a nice coating of some nice renaissance wax. When I am able to get some decent photos (hopefully tomorrow), I will share those.</p>
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<p>If the bayonet bug bites you, resistance is futile. …</p>
<p>It just arrived today.</p>
<p>Absolutely fantastic condition, Serial numbers on the blade and the scabbard match; about 95% original bluing on the scabbard; blade remains shiny with no indication of polishing to clean throughout the years. I did some very superficial cleaning and then gave it a nice coating of some nice renaissance wax. When I am able to get some decent photos (hopefully tomorrow), I will share those.</p>
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<p>If the bayonet bug bites you, resistance is futile. Lol.</p>
<p>It just starts with one.... next thing you know you are staring at the wall of a cabinet trying to figure out the best way to display the 12+ bayonets that somehow have found their way into your stewardship.</p> A recently acquired WWII combat knifetag:iknifecollector.com,2022-12-17:3181080:Topic:17074172022-12-17T19:19:37.593ZKeelen Grimmhttps://iknifecollector.com/profile/KeelenGrimm
<p>I was able to add a PAL RH-36 to my little collection recently. The sheath is original but a bit rough. The knife itself was in decent condition once I was able to clean it up a little bit. No significant dings on the pommel, a near full blade (measures ≈ 6-3/32" from the guard), and the leather disc handle is in good condition).…</p>
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<p>I was able to add a PAL RH-36 to my little collection recently. The sheath is original but a bit rough. The knife itself was in decent condition once I was able to clean it up a little bit. No significant dings on the pommel, a near full blade (measures ≈ 6-3/32" from the guard), and the leather disc handle is in good condition).</p>
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<p>From various features, I believe that this is from March 1941 to mid 1943, but I am admittedly not as versed in the PAL products as some of the other knives and bayonets that I have at the moment.</p>
<p>If I am correct, this was almost certainly carried by one of our servicemen.</p> Presents from a friendtag:iknifecollector.com,2018-04-08:3181080:Topic:15365622018-04-08T20:38:01.352ZKeelen Grimmhttps://iknifecollector.com/profile/KeelenGrimm
<p>Just recently a friend of mine was cleaning his late brothers house and he</p>
<p>told me he had several knives that he had found and he would bring them to me.</p>
<p>Well here is a picture of just the tactical portion. I do not know how I will ever</p>
<p>repay him. There was also a MOD sheath knife in the bunch.…</p>
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<p>Just recently a friend of mine was cleaning his late brothers house and he</p>
<p>told me he had several knives that he had found and he would bring them to me.</p>
<p>Well here is a picture of just the tactical portion. I do not know how I will ever</p>
<p>repay him. There was also a MOD sheath knife in the bunch.</p>
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<p>One of my many grand sons just "graduated" from "Airborne" and "Ranger" school. The military has sure been good for him. I'm very proud also.</p>
<p>I will ask him this question when he comes home for CHRISTmas. But in the interim, does anyone know?</p>
<p>Can you open a "Gravity knife" when in a free fall during a parachute jump? Has anyone tried it?</p>
<p>Now I mean open it like it was intended, by sheer gravity and not by flinging it out with a snap.</p>
<p>One of my many grand sons just "graduated" from "Airborne" and "Ranger" school. The military has sure been good for him. I'm very proud also.</p>
<p>I will ask him this question when he comes home for CHRISTmas. But in the interim, does anyone know?</p>
<p>Can you open a "Gravity knife" when in a free fall during a parachute jump? Has anyone tried it?</p>
<p>Now I mean open it like it was intended, by sheer gravity and not by flinging it out with a snap.</p> Any other Pirahna lovers out there?tag:iknifecollector.com,2016-12-17:3181080:Topic:14564702016-12-17T05:22:28.244ZKeelen Grimmhttps://iknifecollector.com/profile/KeelenGrimm
<p>My Pirahna Predator and P1.</p>
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<p>My Pirahna Predator and P1.</p>
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<p></p> Let's talk bayonets and military issued knivestag:iknifecollector.com,2016-12-14:3181080:Topic:14556182016-12-14T18:35:00.547ZKeelen Grimmhttps://iknifecollector.com/profile/KeelenGrimm
<p>I just finished having a "senior moment" and realized that I didn't know the difference between a "Discussion" and simply posting to the "Comment Wall".....maybe I still don't quite understand.</p>
<p>Never-the-less, I collect bayonets among many other things.....hehehe.</p>
<p>What do you think is the most unusual bayonet ever issued?</p>
<p>I'm going to vote for the 1941 Johnson "spike" bayonet, affectionately called a tent peg since it has no other practical use.</p>
<p>The 1941 Johnson…</p>
<p>I just finished having a "senior moment" and realized that I didn't know the difference between a "Discussion" and simply posting to the "Comment Wall".....maybe I still don't quite understand.</p>
<p>Never-the-less, I collect bayonets among many other things.....hehehe.</p>
<p>What do you think is the most unusual bayonet ever issued?</p>
<p>I'm going to vote for the 1941 Johnson "spike" bayonet, affectionately called a tent peg since it has no other practical use.</p>
<p>The 1941 Johnson rifle operates by way of a reciprocating barrel. The weight of a "normal" bayonet with a handle on it was just too much for the rifle's action to overcome.</p>
<p>So Melvin Johnson came up with a solution: a skeletonized bayonet.....bare bones, and noting extra. The result made it possible for the rifle to function but was otherwise useless in terms of the soldier having a knife with a cutting edge on it. The troops said it was good for nothing but a "tent peg"</p>
<p>Here is a picture showing a prototype above and the final issue below.</p>
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<p>I like tactical folders. Though it was a while ago, I studied martial arts for many years. If you carry a tactical for defense reasons, practicing deployment of ANY weapon is critical. That said, I try out every every kind of tactical I can find. I have tried, regular thumb studs, flippers, assisted, switches, and the Emerson "wave" as well as the Cold Steel version of the Emerson wave ( a flat thumb stud that catches your pants just like the Emerson). For me, nothing (other than a fixed…</p>
<p>I like tactical folders. Though it was a while ago, I studied martial arts for many years. If you carry a tactical for defense reasons, practicing deployment of ANY weapon is critical. That said, I try out every every kind of tactical I can find. I have tried, regular thumb studs, flippers, assisted, switches, and the Emerson "wave" as well as the Cold Steel version of the Emerson wave ( a flat thumb stud that catches your pants just like the Emerson). For me, nothing (other than a fixed blade) deploys as fast as an Emerson with the Wave feature or a Cold Steel with the thumb plate (AK47, Black Talon, Espada, Raja ll,</p>
<p>Spartan, Talwar & Tiger claw). I find the Wave feature to deploy faster than any other method consistently. Even though that is true, and I practiced, one out of 100 practices, the deployment goes wrong and I don't get the blade deployed efficiently. </p>
<p>I invite all to share your experiences and thoughts about this. </p>
<p>- A</p> Tactical Walletstag:iknifecollector.com,2015-03-04:3181080:Topic:12767202015-03-04T00:07:09.397ZKeelen Grimmhttps://iknifecollector.com/profile/KeelenGrimm
<p>I know this discussion is not about Tactical knives, but I want to get a tactical wallet to carry with my tactical knives. I have been looking at several and would like to know what suggestions any of you might have. I know there are some out there that you can attach a small knife to and many others that you can't. I would like to have one that I can carry at least 5 cards in and a little cash. Aside from that, I am open to all designs and brands. I would also like to do it on a tight…</p>
<p>I know this discussion is not about Tactical knives, but I want to get a tactical wallet to carry with my tactical knives. I have been looking at several and would like to know what suggestions any of you might have. I know there are some out there that you can attach a small knife to and many others that you can't. I would like to have one that I can carry at least 5 cards in and a little cash. Aside from that, I am open to all designs and brands. I would also like to do it on a tight budget, but don't let that stop you from making suggestions. Let me hear your suggestions before I make my final decision.</p>
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<p>Here is one option:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.trayvax-webstore.com/#!product/prd1/2261326081/midnight-blue" target="_blank">http://www.trayvax-webstore.com/#!product/prd1/2261326081/midnight-blue</a></p>
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<p></p> EMERSON KNIVES iKC Forumtag:iknifecollector.com,2014-09-01:3181080:Topic:11864472014-09-01T12:33:56.813ZKeelen Grimmhttps://iknifecollector.com/profile/KeelenGrimm
<p>Fans, collectors, and/or anyone interested in Ernest Emerson's Legendary Hard Use Knives..."To Some They Are Accessories... To Others They Are Necessities."</p>
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<h2>WIKIPEDIA'S ARTICLE ON ERNEST EMERSON.</h2>
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<p>Fans, collectors, and/or anyone interested in Ernest Emerson's Legendary Hard Use Knives..."To Some They Are Accessories... To Others They Are Necessities."</p>
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<h2>WIKIPEDIA'S ARTICLE ON ERNEST EMERSON.</h2>
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Ernest R. Emerson (born March 7, 1955) is an American custom knifemaker, martial artist, and edged-weapons expert. Originally an engineer and machinist in the aerospace industry, Emerson became a knifemaker known for making decorative knives but later became better known for his combat knives, eventually founding a production company to mass-produce his designs, and popularizing a style of knife known as the Tactical-folder. <br/><br/>Emerson's knives have been displayed as museum pieces, designed for use by Navy SEALs, and used by NASA in outer space. They have also been featured in films and novels, furthering their popularity with collectors. <br/><br/>Emerson is an accomplished martial artist who has developed a combatives system, Emerson Combat Systems, which has been taught to police officers, elite military units, and civilians...<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ernest_Emerson">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ernest_Emerson</a> </div> A-Z indexing for the Tactical Collectors Grouptag:iknifecollector.com,2014-08-02:3181080:Topic:11739382014-08-02T14:16:06.789ZKeelen Grimmhttps://iknifecollector.com/profile/KeelenGrimm
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