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displaying bayonets - seeking feeedback!

Started this discussion. Last reply by Kevin D Feb 8. 2 Replies

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

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

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

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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Kevin D commented on Lars Ray's photo
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Lars Fencing 1980

"I can't help but thinking... Why do they call them 'light sabers'? The blades are not curved at all!"
22 hours ago
Kevin D replied to Kevin D's discussion FOX knives - How many brands have there been? in the group Research & Resources
"Excellent information Dennis.  Thank you. Has anyone ever seen that other all caps and block letter 'fox'?  I have seen that name on a few knives, but the top view of the turning fox only on one. I am clueless what the story is…"
Monday
Dennis Hibar replied to Kevin D's discussion FOX knives - How many brands have there been? in the group Research & Resources
"Kevin ... Black Fox is indeed a product line of Fox Knives in Maniago.  The line primarily consists of outdoor use knives.  While they are designed by Fox knives, they are made in China, not Maniago."
Saturday
Kevin D added a discussion to the group Research & Resources
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FOX knives - How many brands have there been?

I have found myself looking at various models of Fox Knives.  My searching has brought up a few more companies that I was a little surprised to see.The 'modern' and probably best recently known brand has the following 'logo'.  I think this has been in business since 1977.There is another brand Black Fox:  I am not sure if this is a stand alone company, or a division of…See More
Saturday
Kevin D replied to Kevin D's discussion Could not find the perfect place for this - looking for feedback in the group Knife Repair, Modification, Restoration & Improvement
"LOL.  No scratching there! I basically feel that if you have an opinion, then you just about have to be biased in that respect.  No harm in that! Perhaps by asking the question, one will dig out that opinion, and perhaps take that next…"
Saturday
Lars Ray replied to Kevin D's discussion Could not find the perfect place for this - looking for feedback in the group Knife Repair, Modification, Restoration & Improvement
"Well, that was some good feedback. He too sounds like he is biased on the side of preserving history and authenticity as much as possible on pieces like this. But that doesn't quite scratch that itch, does it. "
Saturday
Kevin D replied to Kevin D's discussion Could not find the perfect place for this - looking for feedback in the group Knife Repair, Modification, Restoration & Improvement
"I have reached out to someone that has dealt with swords FAR older than this one and has experience in the quality restoration required for them.  Here is his response. "Congratulations on acquiring a fine-sounding slice of history. I am…"
Saturday
Kevin D replied to Craig Henry's discussion Case Seahorse in the group Case Fans
"Beautiful knife Dennis!"
Jul 22
Kevin D commented on George R Naugle's photo
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Another unusual knife

"Okay.  lets see if these pics stay... regular bird knife - slim handle More robust, but similar hook."
Jul 21
Kevin D commented on George R Naugle's photo
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Another unusual knife

"well phooey.  They showed up when I posted it...   But later, they were gone. Let me get the picture and <save> them, instead of doing a copy/paste thing."
Jul 21

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dead_left_knife_guy commented on Kevin D's photo
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Khukuri 1

"Ooh!  Pointy!  I very much appreciate the harpoon style of the blade!!!!  :)"
Jul 20
Kevin D commented on George R Naugle's photo
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Another unusual knife

"Here are a couple of pics of bird knives.  One is more of a traditional design, showing a rather slim handle. The other (beretta) is more robust, but has a hook more similar to yours."
Jul 20
Kevin D commented on George R Naugle's photo
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Another unusual knife

"That looks similar to a bird knife.  The hook has a bit more curvature than the ones I am used to seeing though."
Jul 20
Kevin D replied to George R Naugle's discussion An unusual knife. Can anyone help in identification, etc?
"I have never seen the like.  That blade shape is completely new to me. But I am not a big folder guy either."
Jul 20
Kevin D replied to Kevin D's discussion Could not find the perfect place for this - looking for feedback in the group Knife Repair, Modification, Restoration & Improvement
"Excellent!  And Thank You! I am welcoming all sorts of bias here.  I want to hear it all!  I figure this is a once in a lifetime opportunity, and I want to make the most educated decision I can. Like you said, this is not something I…"
Jul 20
Lars Ray replied to Kevin D's discussion Could not find the perfect place for this - looking for feedback in the group Knife Repair, Modification, Restoration & Improvement
"Wow! What a great find!! Well because you asked, I'll weigh in.  I am biased on the side of preserving history and authenticity as much as possible on pieces like this. Many of my own historical pieces are "restored" with…"
Jul 20

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User/Collector
How did you hear about iKnifeCollector?
SEARCHING FOR A KNIFE INFORMATION RESOURCE
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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 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 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,
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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!

 
 
 

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