EF130
"DLKG -
Here is a pic (a montage of a couple of handling positions) I took this morning. Maybe this will help clarify things for you."
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Kevin D
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displaying bayonets - seeking feeedback!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kevin D Feb 8, 2025. 2 Replies 1 Like
Hey folks, I have a question that I would appreciate your input on.How would you display bayonets? Vertical? Horizontal? At an angle?Supported in slots? With dowels in the muzzle rings, fingers…Continue
Finished a sheath for my wife
Started this discussion. Last reply by Dennis Hibar Dec 27, 2023. 1 Reply 1 Like
This was my very first attempt at forging anything. Ever. (Thank you Jan and Donnie for their patience and teaching!)Jade (my wife) loved it, so I gave it to her. She said she wanted to use it as…Continue
Condor - Huron Knife (a new knife and my 'review')
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kevin D Dec 7, 2023. 4 Replies 3 Likes
Never tried to do any sort of a review before, here is my first attempt.<EDITED to clarify an edge feature and to add additional information regarding the blade thickness and the wire wrap recess…Continue
Took too long - A Sugar Beet Knife by Clyde Cutlery Co.
Started this discussion. Last reply by martyb Aug 27, 2023. 3 Replies 3 Likes
My father had somehow/sometime acquired a few sugar beet knives. I was somehow able to secure a couple. This is the first of the two that I am trying to salvage.This one has a straight blade and…Continue
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EF130
"I completely understand the concern about the handle being too small...
In my hands (glove size XL), the end of the handle does not reach through my palm. But for that, it does not feel bad at all. In fact, the handle feels pretty good…"
Featureddead_left_knife_guy commented on Kevin D's photo
EF159
"Man, I keep thinking about this knife now... Might have to pick one up sometime soon. Things are going to be especially tight for us over the next couple months -- but this might be a priority... I really like those specs. …"
Featureddead_left_knife_guy commented on Kevin D's photo
EF130
"Thank you for picking up these Eafengrows! How does that handle feel compared to the blade? 4.25" seems like it might be just a bit small, generally, but maybe it's okay with a 4.72" blade... But then there's…"
Featureddead_left_knife_guy commented on Kevin D's photo
Swiss Sharpshooters Sidearm
"I love knives that straddle the knife-sword line. THAT looks like it would qualify as a dirk...! (The term "dirk," by the way, IS etymologically related to "dork," by the way...) Nice score, Kevin!"
Swiss Sharpshooters Sidearm
"For the longest time I could not get the time frame or even the model nailed down with the degree of certainty I am used to.
Everything I found, read, or was told was between 1842 and 1875. I wanted something a little more…"
EF130
"ooooh...hansome pieces there. I saw DLKG's comment to your status on these...of course he has not only heard of them, but owns a couple himself. I'll be interested in reading your review of these once you have them in hand.
Personally, I…"
"Not a 'real' khukuri, but certainly (as DLKG puts it) 'kukri-esque'.
The blade is only 8.8" long, but has a good heft to it. I expect this to excel at chopping all manner of things."
Swiss Sharpshooters Sidearm
"Well it's about time you showcased this bad boy! Man that piece is beautiful. Great photo too. I only have three worrds for it - (Envy, envy, envy) Thanks for sharing.; Looking forward to your classic "historical write-up" on…"
Featureddead_left_knife_guy commented on Kevin D's status
"Kevin, yes! I've only got a couple cheap folders. I've noticed them over the years, and they've really held on -- much like SanRenMu & Ganzo. I'm really curious about their new line of fixed blades. …"
"I have started to collect Puma knives, and have found that many that are offered were made in Pakistan. While I have no doubt that knifemakers in Pakistan are competent, these are not genuine Puma knives. The ones I am most interested in…"
"hmmm. that one is interesting. I think I like it better than the first one to be honest.
Looks like it will feel small in the hand with that slim handle. Good luck!"
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Comment Wall (12 comments)
- At 18:58 on February 3, 2025,
Lonnie Lowry said…
I've got a model 62 also in much better condition than the '90. I hunted with the '62 with my grandad on a ranch in the Arbuckle Mountains of south-central Oklahoma where he was a true to life horseback riding cowboy until he was 83. Those rifles are neat and accurate little guns. Thanks for the welcome to iKnife. I've got 5 Mr Itou 5" drop hunter damascus knives (unused with leather sheaths) with exotic handles (Mammoth molar, genuine ivory, narwhal horn, abalone, and another that I can't remember). I'm trying to determine quality and value. I've also got a Civil War officer's sword (in very good to excellent condition) marked U.S. ADK 1862 on one side and Ames Mfg Co Chicopee Mass. on the other side with the metal scabbard. On the handguard it is stamped 2125. Again I'm trying to determine value. I'm interested in selling these, as well as some other knives. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks, Lonnie
- At 10:32 on November 15, 2024,
David Hawkins said…
Thanks for the welcome message Kevin. I wonder what type of knife Godzilla would carry? Multi-tool, or would they be too hard to open? Fixed blade, maybe a Smatchet Cas Iberia Viking Sword as a neck knife? Auto or manual folder - Cold Steel pocket sword (Voyager XL Vaquero)? Perhaps a Spyderco Salt since he seems to spend a lot of time in the ocean?
- At 8:22 on August 29, 2024,
Alan Vetter said…
Hi Kevin. Apologies for not seeing this sooner. My profile pic was a stock photo, but dad is an avid tool collector and has boxes and boxes of those things. Actually he WAS an avid tool collector until mom put the brakes on him because they were running out of room in the house. She understands the passion for collecting, but his addiction was making life a bit difficult. He too is a fan of Stanley anything. Stay well and thanks!
- At 11:18 on July 20, 2024,
J.J. Smith III said…
Always good too have more friends, Kevin.
- At 5:57 on June 9, 2024,
Bill Martinson said…
The top row is all old western from Boulder Colorado then there is Case,Buck,Schrade,
Puma,Solinger. I have 228 fix blase and 803 pocket knives.
- At 20:08 on January 30, 2022,
Lars 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,
- 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,
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!
Kevin D's Blog
A Problem With Fakes
Posted on January 6, 2026 at 19:01 2 Comments 2 Likes
Recently, I was nearly taken in by what I discovered was a fake.
Now granted, I do not know as much as I would like to about the family of knives in question. In this case, Kukris. I came across an auction for a 1917 military issued kukri. Interesting! (to me anyway)
My initial research showed me another kukri that had the similar markings and same handle construction and design was being offered from an established auction house. I took that as confirmation that the…
ContinueNot to cut the cheese! - The post-socket era of Swiss bayonets
Posted on August 19, 2025 at 20:30 3 Comments 1 Like
In the course of writing this blog, it has been reinforced to me that a good order of thoughts help provide a clear and concise transference of information. While I had this information in pieces (knowing they went together), it was not organized nearly as neatly as this is now. So this has really helped me consolidate things and get things all together nicely.
iKC has been a great find and home on the internet for me. A large array of topics ranging from folders (that I…
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