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In Memoriam Traditional vs Tactical

Do you have a favorite, fixed blade or folder? Tell us the one you like the most. I'll start it off by saying I'm a traditional knife fan, guess I'm old fashion.

Added by Robert Burris on July 15, 2011 at 14:20 — 20 Comments

it is time for most of us to get out to the woods

the weather has been getting warmer so has our blood to get out and test our new knifes we got over the winter. some of us will be camping and some will be hiking and some fishing as for me i try to get out and do all of above. so i think we all could use some advice on what we should have on us to stay safe while we are in the outdoors.i know many things i will forget and well this is why we have this community ikc. many people here…

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Added by stephen tungate on July 10, 2011 at 16:26 — 9 Comments

AKTI

I just thought I'd mention that if some of you might be interested in insuring your knife rights or obtaining information on proposed knife legislation you may want to check out the "American Knife & Tool Institute" (AKTI) at www.akti.org

This organization has information and can keep you advised on knife laws. They are supportive of our knife rights and promote educating the public. Donations for membership are welcomed however you can join up as…

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Added by KENT GABLE on July 9, 2011 at 21:37 — 1 Comment

Hot enough yet?

Well, I don't know how everyone else is faring from the summer heat but my brains are about baked and it's only the first week in July! Here in North Texas we get some pretty good heat during the summers. When I was younger I could handle it with no problems. Well so far June ended up the 4th hottest average temperature ever in my part of the country. Now after 5 days of July we are in a over 100 streak every day.

The forecast is not any help either. The 7 day forecasts most…

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Added by Wayne Whitted on July 5, 2011 at 21:59 — 16 Comments

Tell us your best 4th of July story

A friend was raised in a small town and recently shared with me a story about the 4th of July celebration in a small american town. I on the other hand was a military brat and spent many of my younger 4th's on

foreign soil. So while his make me smile with the Norman Rockwell image's he invokes, mine bring a different feeling. The 4th of July is an American tradition. A time where we celebrate our independance as a…

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Added by Jan Carter on July 3, 2011 at 15:09 — 7 Comments

1911 Holster Completed

Check out my picture of this holster I have been talking about. When I presented it to the Officer (Which because of nature of his work had to remain anonymous), said. "James, I knew this holster was going to be great, but this is superior to all my expectations"! I know the Texas Rangers will love this when they see it. Sorry for the picture quality, since the officer was standing beside me with his face turned towards the camera and his arms crossed over my shoulder, I wasn't able to be the… Continue

Added by James Shackelford on June 25, 2011 at 9:30 — 3 Comments

French Knives : Fontenille-Pataud

In my opinion, Fontenille-Pataud makes the most beautiful European (not only French) production knives.

I'm fond of their skills.

They have Laguioles...…

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Added by Jean-François on June 24, 2011 at 11:17 — 12 Comments

IS A KNIFE ALSO A TOOL

I have been talking to others to see what their opinion was on this.. some says a knife is just that a knife. i have a different take on this .do you? i have seen and also used my knife for many other things besides cutting.have you?i have used my knife for many things.i have used them for a pry tool and wire strippers, bottle opener,hammer and i know im forgetting a few things .so i would think this would put a knife in the tool category.for many years a knife was used to help build a cabin in… Continue

Added by stephen tungate on June 23, 2011 at 13:10 — 12 Comments

Return after a long time

I just came back to this page after a long time. It is really nice and I would like to come very often. I signed in and tried to join a chat, but could not for the life of me see where to "send" a message.

Added by Gerard Smith (Gerry) on June 22, 2011 at 20:24 — 2 Comments

US ARMED FORCES

I now have the opp0rtunity and potential to begin making products for our Troops. My first order is from an established and highly decorated Officer. I have also revised the Colt 1911 Pistol Holster to a more effecient model. The Officer I am working for has been able to draw and shoot, taking out the intended target, in 7/10 th's of a second. WOW !!! Don't mess with this guy, especially when he is packing his 1911 in my new holster design. Sorry, no pictures are available as this…

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Added by James Shackelford on June 17, 2011 at 9:00 — 4 Comments

Happy Birthday Scott King

Thank you for all you have done and for giving us this wonderful community

Added by Jan Carter on June 12, 2011 at 21:23 — 4 Comments

what is the best steel for a knife for every day use

i know everybody likes different steels for there knives my question is for the money and performance which is the best steel for a knife that you use everyday.i have a sog flash II that has aus 8 steel that is my edc it was sharp right out of the box and has held up well and the price i paid was very good.is this a good steel for edc versus price or would it be 440c or 1095 now remember this is for light duty work and for edc...the reason i wrote this here i did not won't to take up somebody… Continue

Added by stephen tungate on June 5, 2011 at 20:20 — 9 Comments

In Memoriam ZDP-189 Knife Steel

ZDP-189...... This is a new steel to me, I was wondering if anyone is familar with this steel or maybe even owns a knife made with it. I see it is tempered in the mid 60's RC. I think it was developed in Japan but not sure.

Added by Robert Burris on June 2, 2011 at 15:50 — 10 Comments

ANY CAMERA SUGGESTIONS?

I'm trying to get some suggestions on what kind of camera is req'd. to take good, clear close up shots of knives for this website & also for taking shots suitable for advertising on eBay. They recommend a 1000 pixxel camera which seems like an awful lot to me?

Any suggestions for a suitable & hopefully not too expensive camera?

Thanks, Kent Gable

Added by KENT GABLE on May 31, 2011 at 22:00 — 8 Comments

I K C BRINGING FRIENDS TOGETHER

I AM PROUD TO BE A MEMBER OF IKC. THIS SITE HAS BROUGHT ALOT OF FRIENDS TOGETHER. EVERY SINCE I HAVE JOINED I HAVE MET SOME OF THE BEST PEOPLE IN THE KNIFE WORLD.THEY ARE WILLING TO HELP YOU IN ANY WAY.AS TO WANTING TO KNOW WHAT YOUR KNIVES ARE WORTH TO ASKING AND PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST SITES ON THE INTERNET TODAY.AND I AM GLAD I AM A PART OF THIS GREAT SITE.IF YOU WANT A GREAT SITE TO BELONG TO THIS IS THE ONE.MANY FRIENDS MANY KNIVES AND MANY LAUGHS.THANK YOU… Continue

Added by stephen tungate on May 25, 2011 at 19:10 — 7 Comments

I want to be sure everyone gets a chance to bid on this wonderful knife going for a great cause

Wounded Warrior Auction ~ Bid here 538311 Kauri Wood RARE!!

I wanted to get this Wounded Warrior Project auction in before Memorial Day. This is a rare Great Eastern knife and a real find for anyone interested in the 53 Stockman. To the best of my knowledge, only 4 of the Northfield 538311's were made with the Ancient Kauri Wood. This is one of them. Very good looking and extremely hard to find!…

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Added by Jan Carter on May 23, 2011 at 19:23 — No Comments

LADIES WANTED - Men welcome

Know I know that seems like a unexpected request here but hear me out.

10 years ago I felt like an…

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Added by Jan Carter on May 15, 2011 at 18:30 — 12 Comments

collecting knives a passion or addiction

I don't know about you guy's but i say it is a passion my wife on the other hand think's it has turned into a addiction.what ever it may be thats what i love to do.like so many others on this site knives is our lives from collecting them to selling,or trading to making them it is our life.now i grant you there is a lot worse things we could with our money .but this hobby hurt's no one and helps alot.and you meet so many good people in this hobby that it has made me get up in the morning and… Continue

Added by stephen tungate on May 8, 2011 at 20:17 — 5 Comments

ATTENTION: Sale of an Oregon Knife Maker's Shop Tools and Knife Making Materials

Someone in McMinnville, Oregon has listed their grandfather's entire stock of knife making tools, equipment and huge stock of materials for sale in the Portland, Oregon craigslist. If you're interested, here's the link to the craigslist listing. This listing includes a link to a site with over 260 pictures of the sale items.

http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/for/2365027681.html

Good hunting, friends!

Added by Terry Waldele on May 7, 2011 at 1:52 — 3 Comments

In Memoriam It is so good to have friends who got your back!

Wow! That's about how I sum it up. What am I talking about? Well, the last two weeks.

Actually it is a blur now as I try to recount what's gone on. The thing that stands out in my mind are the storms. The horrible storms we've had pass through our parts down here in Alabama. I can't say life is returning to normal because so many people have lost their life, or had it totally tragically displaced. If you haven't seen this monster storm-check this…

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Added by Scott King on May 3, 2011 at 18:00 — No Comments