"Thanks for the welcoming Lars. I only have a small collection but have started finding a few a local garage sales, pawn shops and flea markets. I guess I spend too much time watching YouTube videos. I'm glad to be here. "
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Lars Ray
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A Wonderful Christmas Conspiracy
Started this discussion. Last reply by Lars Ray Jan 9, 2024. 5 Replies 4 Likes
If you have spent any time browsing iKC over the last two years, you will have come across the work of member Kevin Drummond at one point or another. He’s that guy who seems to find really neat old…Continue
Mossberg MSG9899 General Purpose Hunter and Skinning Knife
Started this discussion. Last reply by Lars Ray Apr 24, 2015. 6 Replies 6 Likes
Not too long ago I uploaded some photos of my Mossberg MSG9899 Skinning knife into my Gun Maker’s Knives Photo Album. To my surprise, I received several comments – well questions actually – about its…Continue
iKC Member in Need Request #14 - Western W35 Bowie
Started this discussion. Last reply by Shlomo ben Maved May 20, 2015. 17 Replies 4 Likes
The NeedSimilar to my first request, please take a look at this and the other postings I have similar to this one and share with me what you know about it. My goal is to use the information you…Continue
iKC Member in Need Request #13 - Colonial Executive
Started this discussion. Last reply by Lars Ray Apr 9, 2015. 2 Replies 1 Like
The NeedSimilar to my first request, please take a look at this and the other postings I have similar to this one and share with me what you know about it. My goal is to use the information you…Continue
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If all knives are tools, and they are the oldest tools known to man, then why not own one with some style. I am always on the hunt for an "ideal" knife.
After all - the best knife in the world is the one you carry!
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- User/Collector
- How did you hear about iKnifeCollector?
- I found iKC while researching my Imperial Kamp King knife.
- Do you currently subscribe to any knife publication (offline)
- No
- How long have you collected knives?
- 46 to 50 years
- Favorite Kind of Knives
- Sharp ones! While I am always on the look out for the ideal knife, I specialize in fixed blades - Bowies, Daggers, and Combat knives primarily, but I've been known to pick up a folder or two when they capture my imagination. In the broadest sense, I am a collector of edged pieces - Swords, Knives, Bayonets, Ethnographic / Aboriginal, and Historical.
- About Me
- I am passionate about all edged pieces...Knives, Bayonets, and Swords. Always looking for the ideal knife, I collect knives when I cannot afford a Bayonet. I collect Bayonets when I cannot afford a Sword. When I can afford a Sword, I look to see how many knives I can buy for the same money. And so it goes.
I am also a firm believer that a sword is just an over sized knife, and equally worthy of collecting!
Joined February 23, 2015. Never been sorry.
My dedicated email to all things edged: Szabla.collector@gmail.com (Szabla = Polish for Sabre)
- Interests
- Edged weapons, wood working (treen ware), back country exploration, music, Polish cuisine.
I love using the hunting knives I collect in preparing the food I make and enjoy.
- Other Hobbies
- Hot Wheels, cycling - road touring, Polish BBQ, Former member of the Bayonet Collectors Network - a global community of passionate bayonet enthusiasts (shut down in 2015)
Latest Activity
"Hi Michael - welcome to iKC. As you will soon discover, there are quite a few of us folks co-residing at iKC / AAPK. But like any community, each has it's own internal culture and make up - which in my opinion adds value to both. Feel free to…"
"Fox also makes a pretty decent Fairbairn Sykes fighting knife, albeit a bit pricy.
https://www.foxknives.com/en/product/1802/fx-592.html
Similar story as DLKG - I learned of FOX onives several years ago while trying to save up my milk money to…"
Lars Fencing 1980
"LoL!! Too funny Kevin...and how soon they forget. Neither is your 1915 Patton Sabre. Duh!
It's called a Light Sabre because a Glow Stick just doesn't sound as cool, and not once do you see Darth or any Jedi on roller skates...the official…"
Lars Fencing 1980
"I can't help but thinking... Why do they call them 'light sabers'? The blades are not curved at all!"
Lars Fencing 1980
"Thanks dude - always good to hear from you! And I love watching Matt Easton...I wish I had the collection he has hanging on the wall too. "
Featureddead_left_knife_guy commented on Lars Ray's photo
Lars Fencing 1980
"...And great story behind it! I know just enough about swords & fencing to appreciate your comment on form (thanks to YouTuber Matt Easton / scholagladiatoria). What a cool thing to have in your personal history! "
"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. "
"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…"
"I neglected to add this back when I got it. It has been used a bit so does not have the pristine finish on the blade any longer. the edge is holding up great though! :)
SPECIFICATIONS:
Blade Style:
Hammered Steel Kukri;…"
Lars Fencing 1980
If you're going to play with sharp things, then you need to learn to do it right. That's me - The Lars - with my back to the viewer in 1980. The Eugene Register Guard newspaper did a cover story of the city's Fencing club during a state tournament,…
Case Kodiak.
"Ain't that the way it goes...there's always an anomoly, enigma, or an exception to the "production" offerings that counter what was long belived to be the standard.
Man that's a pretty piece...(over emphasize my…"
Case xx V51549L SS
"And this is what separates the men from the boys with toys...
Mike exuberantly posts this delicious Case Copperlock with all the the great info. A man will often just posts the photos - a boy say's "Hey! Look at what I got !!!"
Then…"
"Hola Daniel! Welcome to iKC - we're glad you're here. Feel free to explore and join some groups, add some comments to threads that interest you, and post photos. We love the photos around here!"
Lars Ray's Blog
The 5-inch Folding Hunter – In a Class All Its Own
Posted on June 20, 2025 at 20:30 4 Comments 2 Likes
It has been said that you never forget your first…whether it was your first kiss, first car, first job…. fill in the blank. Here at iKC, stories abound about our first knife – those gems we received either for our birthday as a youth, from Grandpa while fishing, or that long awaited first purchase.
This is a story about my first folding hunter and what turned out to be my love affair with that class of knife – regardless of brand. And to be more specific, my love affair with a…
ContinueSentimental Attachment
Posted on June 13, 2025 at 20:03 3 Comments 4 Likes
I’m not sure exactly when I first started my obsession for all things sharp and pointy, but I was sharpening popsicle sticks on the sidewalk long before I received my first Imperial Kamp King pocket knife as a Cub Scout. What started as a passion to own my own knife soon expanded into a passion for all bladed weapons – knives of all kinds, bayonets, swords, spears, arrow heads – you name it. If it has an edge, I want one.
That describes many collectors, so I don’t think I’m alone…
ContinueFun Summer Project for My Granddaughter
Posted on July 24, 2022 at 17:49 8 Comments 7 Likes
My 10 year old granddaughter has been into photography for several years now, growing her skills with her dad's "hand-me-down" digital cameras. This last Christmas, she got all rigged out with new tripod, new camera bag, memory cards, and a bunch of other great camera gear. Earlier this summer she was showing me some of her photos...lots of them...and I was actually surprised! I mean I have to like them all....she's my granddaughter. But I was impressed with her eye and her skills of working…
ContinueSheaths, Scabbards, Frogs, and Throgs
Posted on October 24, 2021 at 11:47 1 Comment 5 Likes
I was wandering around some of the older discussions recently and I came across one that grabbed my interest. Eight years ago, iKC member Robert Burris started a discussion called “Knife Carry?” and asked the question “What is the difference between a "Sheath"...." Scabbard"... or "Frog?"…
ContinueWhite River Knives
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Thanks for the welcoming Lars. I only have a small collection but have started finding a few a local garage sales, pawn shops and flea markets. I guess I spend too much time watching YouTube videos. I'm glad to be here.
Hello Lars,
I started to write in La Passion des Couteaux later, about 15 years ago, in every issue.
The owner of La Passion des couteaux has changed 5 years ago. A lady, former museographer, is now in charge and loves knives and knivesmakers. It is a pleasure to write for her.
Chris.
Thank you for the information. I've already replied a couple of times but I'm trying to figure out how to navigate this site.
Thank you. That's great info. I failed at finding out much
Thanks Lars. Will post some pics of the knife in question as I am a newbie to all of this. While I do know 2 knife makers (Ron Lake and Mike Walker who's here in NM), my knowledge is minimal. But I do enjoy seeing the passion you guys have for the craft.
Thanks for the welcome Lars. I have collected,traded,bought and sold knives for as long as I can remember. But I never was a student of the history of all the makes and brands. I will certainly be tapping into the knowledge of the forum members. I have divested 99% of my "last" collection to my two son-in-laws and my three grandsons. But collecting is a hard habit to break.
Hello Lars! thanks for your input i am new in the knife collection i am very interested to exchange with you guys !
Cheers.
We moved there in 1999 from TN for work. I retired, and we moved back to TN to be close to family. My wife and loved McKinney too, although I think it was getting a little too big for me.
Thanks, Lars Ray. I will have lots of questions..
I noticed you reside in my old hometown.
Thank you, those cutlass' are for one of my customers on the USS Bataan. The chiefs mess gives these out for transfer gifts. Where are you located at? I'm in Chesapeake VA. If you sent me some knives to work on what would you want put on them?
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