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Kevin D Mount Airy, NC United States User/Collector: Like

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Daniels Family Knife Bra…

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The Modern Survivalist

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Kevin D's Discussions

I got caught - Knockoff Spyderco Knife

Started this discussion. Last reply by dead_left_knife_guy May 11. 2 Replies 1 Like

Edged... but not a knife. Old axe anyone?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Kevin D Feb 19, 2022. 2 Replies 3 Likes

Good Evening!I acquired an old axe head a few years ago and I never thought much about it. I found it in an old barn and the owner gave it to me as junk. I had sort of planned on cleaning it,…Continue

Tags: Antique, Axe, Underhill

A couple of projects - hand plane restoration

Started this discussion. Last reply by Kevin D Jan 22, 2022. 2 Replies 2 Likes

Good Afternoon!I was not sure where, if anywhere, was appropriate for me to share a few pictures of couple of recent projects. Jan shared with me a post about some of your woodworking projects. …Continue

Remington UMC DuPont fixed blade (RH pattern?)

Started this discussion. Last reply by Kevin D Feb 10, 2021. 8 Replies 2 Likes

I think that this is the correct place to post this. If not please let me know and I will try to delete/move it.Several years ago, I received a knife that had belonged to my great uncle. No one…Continue

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Lars Ray commented on Kevin D's photo

Japanese Chef knife - Gyuto

"Oh sweet! You know...A knife by any other name is still a Rose....or something like that. "

23 hours ago

Kevin D posted a photo

Japanese Chef knife - Gyuto

My sister recently went to Japan for a couple of weeks. While there, she got me this knife from a local knife maker with a good reputation.The blade shows a san mai construction, but the bolster is not integral to the blade. I believe that the…

yesterday

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Kevin D commented on Dennis Hibar's photo

Dan Graves artifact walrus ivory

"Wow. I am with you on these artifact ivory pieces.. The old ivory is... well, there is just something special about it. The age, the history, the timelessness of it. Beautiful knife."

May 15

Featureddead_left_knife_guy replied to Kevin D's discussion I got caught - Knockoff Spyderco Knife

"Kevin, I'm sorry that happened! Upside is that at least the knife was good enough (for a while) to find its way into your EDC rotation. I have at least one knife that was supposedly made by TOPS that I am certain now was not --…"

May 11

Dennis Hibar replied to Kevin D's discussion I got caught - Knockoff Spyderco Knife

"Yup .... that was an inexpensive lesson learned my friend! Knockoffs and ripoffs are far too common nowadays. Research / diligence is essential and sometimes makes collecting a little bit frustrating. This type of thing is as…"

May 11

Kevin D posted a discussion

I got caught - Knockoff Spyderco Knife

I do not have many Spyderco knives at all, and was surprised to see a relatively inexpensive one at my local guns shop. It did not have what I have come to view as a trademark thumbhole in the blade, but not knowing any better, I thought that it was just a new design or something, so I bought one.This knife found its way into my EDC lineup, and a couple of months later, I discovered that one half of the hinge pin/screw set had come out and was now missing. I contacted Spyderco hoping that…See More

May 10

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Kevin D commented on dead_left_knife_guy's photo

Artisan Cutlery Archaeo

"Oh yeah. Nice. That is a LOT of photos! I am afraid I know all too well about getting busy! Right now, at this moment I have 7 projects vying for my attention. Each wanting/needing to get done. Only one is of an edged…"

May 6

Kevin D commented on Wally Guittard's blog post Still going..... 75yrs less than a month away

"Good to hear from you Wally. I guess I am still one of those younger guys... its getting harder and harder to claim that! LOL. Take care"

Apr 30

Kevin D commented on dead_left_knife_guy's photo

Artisan Cutlery Archaeo

"You have been busy lately! Nice!Is this one the same knife as the one from 3 or 4 pics previous? Very cool additions."

Apr 29

Kevin D commented on Dennis Hibar's photo

Nicolas Weber Jackdaw

"Wow! That friend of yours is freaking awesome! I cannot fathom trying to acquire something like this for myself, let alone commissioning one for a friend. A beautiful hamon line on the blade as well. Gorgeous…"

Apr 18

Kevin D commented on Joe Vadala's photo

Some of my guns..

"he he he.. No worries. The Henry caught me completely off guard. I don't recall which Winchester model I thought it was. And I think the middle one I thought was a 336, but I had no idea that there were multiple models…"

Apr 4

Kevin D replied to Mike Botts's discussion Reliable suppliers of brass and nickel silver pin stock for pocket knives. in the group Knife Repair, Modification, Restoration & Improvement

"Hey Mike, I am asking out of ignorance... Anything I have made has been bigger fixed blade stuff, so I have not had the need for real small stuff. How much of a difference is there between small diameter pin stock and wire?"

Apr 4

Kevin D commented on J.J. Smith III's event '48th Annual Tar Heel Cutlery Club Show'

"I did not end up going today. We left the house at 5:45am and drove 3 hours to get to our destination. Looked around there and talked for a couple of hours, then did the return trip (stopping for lunch along the way). My navigator (wife) was…"

Mar 25

Kevin D joined Jan Carter's group

Daniels Family Knife Brands

The Daniels family have been involved in knives for five generations, from trading, selling, manufacturing, and now distribution.This new chapter has begun for Ryan and Courtney Daniels. "Daniels Family Knife Brands" is offering the exiting new Excelsior Knife Company line of knives directly crafted by the knife makers that also design them. They also are continuing the very popular Tuna Valley Cutlery Co. knife brand, marketed towards the contemporary collector.Thanks to everyone for all…See More

Mar 22

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Kevin D commented on J.J. Smith III's event '48th Annual Tar Heel Cutlery Club Show'

"IF I can convince my navigator to make the detour, I will certainly take some photos for you. Next time!"

Mar 18

Kevin D commented on J.J. Smith III's event '48th Annual Tar Heel Cutlery Club Show'

"Very cool! I live in Mount Airy (keep going north on 77). So it is not that far from where I live. I might see if I can stop by on the way back from a Japanese Maple place down in East Flat Rock., NC When are you planning on attending the…"

Mar 14

Profile Information

Profile: User/Collector

How did you hear about iKnifeCollector?: SEARCHING FOR A KNIFE INFORMATION RESOURCE

Do you currently subscribe to any knife publication (offline): No

How long have you collected knives?: 16- 20 years

Favorite Kind of Knives: FIXED BLADE
BUCK
CASE XX INDIAN SERIES
OLD MILITARY
CUSTOMS

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 20:08 on January 30, 2022, Lars Ray 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, FeaturedCharles Sample said…: 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!