What Makes a Good, Traditional Barlow?

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An old question just popped up in my mind. Was sawcut bone texture a result of the... economical finishing on a budget knife, back in the old days? Or sawcut markings were intentionally left on the handle for better grip (or it might have been simply a manufacturer's excuse)?

I should note that I personally just love sawcut bone! Only asking for educational purposes.
 
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Alex.Y. said:
An old question just popped up in my mind. Was sawcut bone texture a result of the... economical finishing on a budget knife, back in the old days? Or sawcut markings were intentionally left on the handle for better grip (or it might have been simply a manufacturer's excuse)?

I should note that I personally just love sawcut bone! Only asking for educational purposes.
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I often wondered the same thing but never asked.

Bump hoping someone will know for sure.
 
SuchUs3r said:
I often wondered the same thing but never asked.

Bump hoping someone will know for sure.
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I do not have enough experience to answer this question. So, take this with a grain of salt.

I imagine the most cost effect finish on bone is smooth. You simply shape the handle and you're done. So, my understanding is that the reason bone is sawcut as opposed to smooth is for better grip. Now, that being said, I do believe that sawcut bone is more economical that something like peachseed jigging. So, my opinion is that sawcut bone on barlows is a combination of both cost and functionality.
 
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