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A group dedicated to knives and equipment used by Scouts, Hikers, Fishers, Sailors and all the other outdoor adventurers. A place to show off everything from the knife in your bug-out bag to your tackle box. Or the knife you take on a day hike or climbing the Matterhorn.
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Started by Ken Spielvogel. Last reply by Rome D. Rushing Sep 9, 2020. 314 Replies 8 Likes
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Started by Ken Spielvogel. Last reply by Rome D. Rushing May 22, 2019. 23 Replies 2 Likes
A TL-29 or 27 would certainly be classified as a Knife of the Great Outdoors. Lineman used them as well as military electricians. They were and are used for good carry/work knives.Some have…Continue
Started by Tobias Gibson. Last reply by Jan Carter Sep 13, 2017. 22 Replies 7 Likes
I am by no expert on fishing lures, new or old, but my latest trip to Dowagiac, Michigan, home of the Original Heddon Lures peaked my interest. I suspect others out there either use or collect …Continue
Started by Tobias Gibson. Last reply by D ale Aug 25, 2017. 31 Replies 6 Likes
I was recently asked to recommend a low priced but good quality Scout knife. Well I've purchased just about every scout knife I could find that is currently being produced. Currently the only two I…Continue
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Over the years, this unique all-USA-made tool has been one of KnifeCenter's overall best sellers. We now have them at their lowest price ever and they are available in several different handle and sheath options.
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Just throwing out an idea and figured this is one of the best place to start. I'm thinking of either forming a group to discuss fishing. I'm think everything from sharing fishing stories, advice on gear, etc. Of course a good chunk would also focus on collecting vintage tackle and knives as well as what you use when you go fishing today. Would people be interested in such a group?
Thanks Charles. It was kind of fun and now a basic "no frills" utility knife is a little more personal and not so basic! Most important to me is actually the lanyard hole!
Good job Tobias!
The R. Murphy Fisherman's Pal is an old school bait knife. From their website:
Camping and Fishing Knife: Polished 16 gauge (1.7 mm) high carbon stainless steel 4-1/4 inch (10.8 cm) blade with serrations for scaling and skinning. Bubinga wood handle. Made In U.S.A
It's an excellent quality utility fish knife at a low price (around $24)
I figured it needed a lanyard as well as some flash. Trust me. Bubinga Wood is extremely hard. Make sure you have a very sharp, quality drill bit!
Fisrt I drew the fish on painter's tape. Then i used a very small screwdriver score the wood. Enamel paint was used to fill the etch. I'm still doing some minor cleaning, but the smaller flex are nearly invisible to the naked eye. to I'm not sure if I'm going to do anymore art work.
I had planned on posting a review of the Kabar Hobo knife here but as usual I was too long winded and I exceeded the character limit! I instead made it ablog post which you can find here.
For those not wishing to read the long winded review the short version is the knife impressed me quite a bit. I was actually amazed at how well the fork and spoon performed despite thir somewhat small size. I was even able to eat spaghetti with the fork with no problem. And the spoon compares well with some of the plastic disposable spoons you get stuck with a fast food joints.
The lock back center mounted knife was also a nice addition. Unfortunately it wasn't that sharp and will probably need sharpening right out of the box. The knife also needs some breaking in as it didn't come apart easily at first so you should probably use it for a while before hitting the woods with it!
Still pretty darn impressive for a $25 knife. Thanks for the knife Jan! It was a pleasure to review it. I'd give it a 4.5 out of 5 based on its price point and usability. Fro more info and more pics see the blog.
I just sold this knife after having it a while not knowing anything about it so before I sent it to the new owner I asked him what he knew - bout the same as me - a 1941-1946 Camillus3 5/8" 4 blade scout/camp knife covered in what I call "cracked ice camo" Haven't been able to find another one like it on the internet so I thought Id post a couple pics here before I send it on its merry way. Comments welcome - thanks!
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