Jan Carter

Hiawassee, GA

United States

User/Collector

Profile Information:

How did you hear about iKnifeCollector?
From a dear friend
Do you currently subscribe to any knife publication (offline)
Yes
How long have you collected knives?
56 to 60 years
Favorite Kind of Knives
Queen, Case Classic, GEC, Custom...heck I like 'em all
Website
http://www.iknifecollector.com
About Me
My Husband Donnie and I live in Hiawassee GA. I was Blessed to have found iKC and became the owner in October of 2012. I believe all knife collectors are created equal, no matter what type they collect. iKC brings a different direction to knife collecting in my opinion, you may not personally like something or have an issue with a particular company. But respect is a substantial aspect of what we are about. I have a strong faith and believe everyone is entitled to theirs.
Interests
History, fishing, Diving, knife collecting and about a billion other things LOL. My main interest these days is iKC and bringing the future generations into knife collecting.
Other Hobbies
there are other hobbies? OK, I found one! Watching my husband learn to build knives

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  • In Memoriam

    Robert Burris

    Jan, I am an old member that got locked out of the system. I had to start over. Thanks for the welcome any way.

    Jan 17, 2011

  • Gary Kennedy

    Thanks Jan

    Jan 19, 2011

  • Luca Vignelli

    Jan, glad you're in on the custom GEC Northfield "Grand Piano" #36 Sunfish! Now we are 5 so far, only 45 more to go! Spread the word to your friends so we can make it happen sooner. I posted this announcement up in the GEC group, the ETCC group, and as a general news announcement. The responses are trickling in! Question, do you know of any way to put this post up so that it reaches everybody, kind of like an all points bulletin? That way we could make this whole project move a little faster, maybe? I'm itching to hold that dream in my hands! Best to you and I'll keep everybody posted.

    Jan 28, 2011

  • evan swat

    i live in windermere, a small town inside of orlando

    Jan 31, 2011

  • evan swat

    that would be awesome! thank you so much

    Feb 1, 2011

  • Jim McLeod

    Thanks Jan and I hope to be at least  half as active as yourself...which would be alot for me....

    Feb 11, 2011

  • Luca Vignelli

    Hi Jan,

    I just posted the price quotes from GEC for the custom black buffalo horn #36 Sunfish. I just need you to reconfirm that you still want one, or more, now that we have a firm price quote.

    You can check out all the latest info I posted on the GEC Group page and let me know there.

    Thanks!

     

    Feb 28, 2011

  • Luca Vignelli

    Jan,

    Just saw the post you put up on the TSA blog. Thanks for doing that, I think that should help us reach the 50 or 100 mark!

    Keep in touch.

    Luca

    Mar 1, 2011


  • In Memoriam

    Scott King

    Thanks for asking, Jan. Right now I'd say if you are a member, or know anyone who is, over at AllAboutPocketknives and can post a link to my blog that be very helpful. I know they have an active NKCA group of members there.

    Mar 1, 2011

  • Gary Norton

    Thank you Jan for the invitation to be your friend

    Mar 9, 2011

  • Thayne Johnson

    Thanks for the invite. THJ

    Apr 4, 2011

  • Charles Ray Wagnor

    Hi Jan, I am back again, been sick again, wish my health was better, maybe someday, NOT lol

    should be good for another 2 years before they have to work on my again.

    Apr 6, 2011

  • Donald Rourke

    Hey thanks for the add

    Apr 14, 2011


  • In Memoriam

    Robert Burris

    Miss Jan, I am trying to join your new group grand prarents., without any luck. I have raised my two grand daughters since they were in diapers. Please help me join. Pawpaw Coyote.

    Apr 15, 2011


  • In Memoriam

    Robert Burris

    Yes Mam, They are 16, and 19 and doing great. I have one in college and one high school. I have them in enough projects now. They are doing very good for an old pawpaw, showing them the way. The more I can show them about all things in life the better. I love Ya'll, and this is another way to keep their minds on the real things in life. Thanks again Miss Jan.

    Apr 15, 2011

  • Randy, HHH Knives

    Thanks Jan,  Its one of my favorite things to say! We are so blessed.  ?^) 

    God IS Good!!!

    ALL The time!!! 

     

    Randy, HHH Knives.

    www.hhhcustomknives.com

    Apr 17, 2011

  • J.J. Smith III

    Welcome to the diner, Jan.

     

    By the way,  We got you a whale...

    Apr 20, 2011

  • stephen tungate

    jan you had a web site some where on here were you go for gec knives but i can't find it . was it tsa?

    Apr 23, 2011

  • Chris Stookey

    Hey Jan!

     

    Glad that you enjoyed my photos. Actually, I don't use a box at all and, oddly enough, I use limited light. On one hand, some of the detail is lost...and on the other hand, it gives the shot a little atmosphere. Well...and then there's my ever present Rottweiller in the background.

     

    I'm going to start collecting GEC's with the Primitive Bone handles. For some reason, those are kind of ringing my bell right now.

     

    Look forward to seeing pictures from your collection!

     

    Be well and may we all remember the military!

     

    Chris

    Apr 23, 2011


  • KnifeMaker

    T.A.DAVISON

    Jan,

    Great looking kids there, I appreciate the kudos on my knives. Hope you have a blessed and safe Easter. Take care, Todd

    Apr 24, 2011


  • KnifeMaker

    T.A.DAVISON

    Jan,

    Sorry I will not be at Blade Show, have a motor cycle trip planed for Canada.

    Hopefully next year?

    All my knives are made from scratch, I do not use a pattern.

    Not too many? If any other makers do this? Yep 747 pocket knives made from scratch?

    I must be crazy Uh?

    Hope you have a great time at the Show.

    Grand kids are the best - I have a little grand daughter, from my daughter Kelly.

    Her name is Layla she will be three this year.

    Take care.... Todd

    Apr 24, 2011


  • KnifeMaker

    T.A.DAVISON

    Yep - me grandpa, married twice. Now I just hang with my girl friend for last six years.

    She was married twice also and has a grandson. We may get married someday? But for now, we are just enjoying life.

    Apr 24, 2011

  • Billy Oneale

    Jan, I told Chris my problem also. When I recieve a message in the inbox and try to reply , It does nothing. I have to actually go to the persons home page to reply or leave a message in the comment box. If I want to leave a message ,I have to do the same thing. I also have had trouble adding a photo on the quick add. It does nothing also.

    Apr 25, 2011

  • Billy Oneale

    Not that I have noticed. I will look next time I try it.

    Apr 26, 2011


  • In Memoriam

    Robert Burris

    Thanks for the wishes. You are the one that has made me feel welcome the most. Bless you.

    Apr 27, 2011


  • KnifeMaker

    T.A.DAVISON

    Jan,

    Were you wanting to get on my list for a knife order? Please let me know?

    Thanks - Todd Davison

    Apr 27, 2011

  • Billy Oneale

    Jan, There is something wrong with the way my page is working. I was going to try and update it and I don't know what I did, but the color scheme changed. I try clicling on the areas to pick the colors and no color board shows up to customize. All I did to begin with was try to add a picture to my header. I didn't even change anything. any help would be appreciated. I still cannot send messages or reply from my inbox either. It acts the same on a different computer I use sometimes.

    Apr 27, 2011


  • KnifeMaker

    Ken Erickson

    Thanks Jan for the warm welcome.   I actually had registered a while back but have been really busy and with regret have not logged on often,

     

    Ken

    Apr 28, 2011


  • KnifeMaker

    Ken Erickson

    Jan, 

     

    Ii looked around and do not see a link for the General store? And yes, do like dogs. (8 year old Shepherd, Candy)

    Apr 28, 2011

  • Cutlery Stamp

    Jan .. trim a pic to 955 pixels by 129 pixels for the header ..

    Apr 28, 2011

  • stephen tungate

    jan thank you for joimg the sog group your take on knifes is well appreciated your knowledge on knifes will no doubt  help us.thank you very much your friend stephen...

    May 3, 2011

  • mike kane

    thanks for the welcome glad I found this site

    May 3, 2011


  • In Memoriam

    Scott King

    Hey Jan- just wanted to stop by and personally thank you for all your help here at iKC.  Your work here is important and you do an excellent job helping us build community. Please keep up the good work!

    Scott

    May 3, 2011


  • In Memoriam

    Scott King

    Jan- sorry for the delay in my response to your desire to help with donations- I'm sorry, I don't know a group, per se. My suggestion if you want is the Red Cross. Tuscaloosa one might be a good one. Thanks for the kind thoughts.

    May 3, 2011


  • KnifeMaker

    Ken Erickson

    Thanks Jan,

     

    Very much appreciated!

     

    Ken

    May 4, 2011


  • In Memoriam

    Robert Burris

    Miss Jan, come join us at the Irish Group. You don't have to be Irish.

    May 5, 2011

  • John Lynch

    Welcome to the group Jan, i hope you enjoy your stay

    May 5, 2011

  • Adlai Stein

    Would love to have you come out. It's a great time.

    May 6, 2011


  • In Memoriam

    Robert Burris

    Miss Jan, I have finally found a nice little tree to make your staff. When it's finally finished you will like it. I have a little surprise I'm adding to it. I need to know the measurement 8 inches up from the inside of your elbow, then from that point down to the floor. If you don't understand let me know. I really enjoy doing things like this.

    May 9, 2011


  • In Memoriam

    Robert Burris

    Thanks, thats a little short.  How long do you think would be right for you? Any size is okay with me. That knife is a Treeman. I have two made the same way, one for squirrels and one for big game. If 48 inches is good for you no problem.

    May 9, 2011

  • stephen tungate

    thank you for your nice comments jan it is a pleasure talking with you.....

    May 10, 2011

  • stephen tungate

    an't that cool harley has made it to the top..

    May 14, 2011

  • Janet

    YOU HAVE A GREAT COLLECTION OF KNIVES HERE JAN. I'VE BEEN MAKING COMMENTS TO SOME OF THE WELCOME COMMENTS I HAVE RECEIVED.  I HAVE SEEN SOME HOMEMADE KNIVES AND OTHER KNIFE COLLECTIONS. I DIDN'T RELIZE HOW MUCH TALENT THERE IS OUT THERE IN MAKING KNIVES AND CARVINGS. I LOVE IT ALL. THANK YOU SO MUCH IN INVITING ME TO THIS WONDERFUL GROUP OF PEOPLE, THAT LOVES THIER KNIVES AND GUNS LIKE I DO. I'M SO GLAD TO BE A PART OF THIS GROUP AND WEB SITE.

    May 17, 2011

  • stephen tungate

    i love meatballs jan...

    May 22, 2011

  • Frank Stennett

    Sorry I never learned to post photos. My lazyness. I finished the duck. One can find a lot wrong with it but I'm happy. I gave it to my wife. She thought it was good. So JJ can't cook this one.

    May 26, 2011

  • Scott Gerald Ketch

    Thanks for your comment, I just love knives so I felt like I needed to be part of a community who share the same enthusiasm.

    May 28, 2011

  • stephen tungate

    jan harley and you made the featured page good job..

    May 29, 2011

  • Bruce Cain

    Thank you for your warm welcome. I am very new to collecting knives. I chose to collect only barlows. Over the past few months I read the history of each manufacturer. I began collecting a few Case knives, then some Queen manufactured Shatt & Morgans, a Robeson, and Cripple Creeks. Then I bought some GEC barlows. Through my collecting and lurking at other forums I have learned much but still have a lot to learn. ..  I have enjoyed reading of your collecting along with your husband as a team of sorts. I value your input on my efforts and goals. For now I need to cull some early purchases of barlows from manufacturers no longer in business. I feel that GEC is the way to go. Bruce

    May 31, 2011

  • Stan T

    Jan,
    Thanks for checking out my profile and the like. You have some great stuff on your site as well.
    Stan

    Jun 2, 2011

  • Scott Gerald Ketch

    You know what, I will consider that. Could you give me the address and date & time of the event?

     

    Thanks

                       Scott

    Jun 4, 2011