What "Traditional Knife" are ya totin' today?
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I have wanted a smaller Laquoile for a long time (smaller than my full size 4 inch blade Laquoile's) and when I had a chance to handle and choose between several I jumped at it. All the knives were Laquoile En Aubrac brand, I have also one R. David that I like. These brands are very different. R. David is slightly less finished, but the difference is not great. The spring in the David is a beartrap, En Aubrac is very smooth.
I have bought one En Aubrac before and it is a finely finished knife with polished bolsters and blade, it has a horn handle. It is a sunday knife, I sometimes carry it when wearing a suite. I wanted a smaller knife for casual carry with brushded finish. Since I had a chance to compare I chose in the shop several to handle, I took a look at the finish, worked the blades back and forth and finally chose one. This is my new En Aubrac, 85 mm blade with oak handle. It fits this pocket sheath I made several years back perfectly. Below is also a comparison picture.
The pull in the spring is quite smooth, I can't give a number but if I describe it is easily pinchable in the beginning, but has a healthy snap when fully opened. Laquoile's have this unique "cran force" action that I like. These knives have also a unique, very comfortable handle shape that I absolutely love.
I have bought one En Aubrac before and it is a finely finished knife with polished bolsters and blade, it has a horn handle. It is a sunday knife, I sometimes carry it when wearing a suite. I wanted a smaller knife for casual carry with brushded finish. Since I had a chance to compare I chose in the shop several to handle, I took a look at the finish, worked the blades back and forth and finally chose one. This is my new En Aubrac, 85 mm blade with oak handle. It fits this pocket sheath I made several years back perfectly. Below is also a comparison picture.
The pull in the spring is quite smooth, I can't give a number but if I describe it is easily pinchable in the beginning, but has a healthy snap when fully opened. Laquoile's have this unique "cran force" action that I like. These knives have also a unique, very comfortable handle shape that I absolutely love.
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This LF&C today!
Classic
Case, Utica, Wright, Churchill.
Nice line-up Jer
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a little bit cold
a little bit lonely
a little bit hopeful
but I feel strong
know that I can
still sitting on a shelf
but starting to feel more like me on a good day
Sadly, I've already bookmarked the traditional exchange forum
Welcome to Traditionals!
Thanks for the sartorial suggestions, Jack, and for affirming the desirability of a RR Half Hawk!
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My K.N.I.F.E. knife this week is this yeller delrin Case pen knife that I find quite irresistible:
This knife has been in my pocket every day since it arrived!
- GT
Thanks GT, I still think you need a bandolier!
Lovely line-up today my friend, and I'm very pleased you're liking the Lambsfoot I have wanted a smaller Laquoile for a long time (smaller than my full size 4 inch blade Laquoile's) and when I had a chance to handle and choose between several I jumped at it. All the knives were Laquoile En Aubrac brand, I have also one R. David that I like. These brands are very different. R. David is slightly less finished, but the difference is not great. The spring in the David is a beartrap, En Aubrac is very smooth.
I have bought one En Aubrac before and it is a finely finished knife with polished bolsters and blade, it has a horn handle. It is a sunday knife, I sometimes carry it when wearing a suite. I wanted a smaller knife for casual carry with brushded finish. Since I had a chance to compare I chose in the shop several to handle, I took a look at the finish, worked the blades back and forth and finally chose one. This is my new En Aubrac, 85 mm blade with oak handle. It fits this pocket sheath I made several years back perfectly. Below is also a comparison picture.
The pull in the spring is quite smooth, I can't give a number but if I describe it is easily pinchable in the beginning, but has a healthy snap when fully opened. Laquoile's have this unique "cran force" action that I like. These knives have also a unique, very comfortable handle shape that I absolutely love.
Very nice Mr Finn
Hope everyone has a good Friday, it'll soon be the weekend
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That's a great idea.Thanks GT, I still think you need a bandolier!
(And hurrah for the Royal Welch Fusiliers.)
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Looking good!
Be careful, the traditional slope is steep, slick, and long. It's a fun slide though
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I have a Case Sodbuster Junior in CF and love it. Thin, light, and easily the strongest backspring of any Case knife that I own. I'd say it pulls 8 or maybe even 9.
Those are elegant tools.I have wanted a smaller Laquoile for a long time (smaller than my full size 4 inch blade Laquoile's) and when I had a chance to handle and choose between several I jumped at it. All the knives were Laquoile En Aubrac brand, I have also one R. David that I like. These brands are very different. R. David is slightly less finished, but the difference is not great. The spring in the David is a beartrap, En Aubrac is very smooth.
I have bought one En Aubrac before and it is a finely finished knife with polished bolsters and blade, it has a horn handle. It is a sunday knife, I sometimes carry it when wearing a suite. I wanted a smaller knife for casual carry with brushded finish. Since I had a chance to compare I chose in the shop several to handle, I took a look at the finish, worked the blades back and forth and finally chose one. This is my new En Aubrac, 85 mm blade with oak handle. It fits this pocket sheath I made several years back perfectly. Below is also a comparison picture.
The pull in the spring is quite smooth, I can't give a number but if I describe it is easily pinchable in the beginning, but has a healthy snap when fully opened. Laquoile's have this unique "cran force" action that I like. These knives have also a unique, very comfortable handle shape that I absolutely love.
- Stuart
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Much appreciated Pomsbz!
Wonderful Wednesday Wood, Tom!
Miscellaneous Knife of the Week for me is this highly-desirable buffalo horn, EO, spear/coping GEC #85 (thanks, Paul):
My K.N.I.F.E. knife this week is this yeller delrin Case pen knife that I find quite irresistible:
This knife has been in my pocket every day since it arrived!
- GT
Thanks GT! Tasty Trio, great pics as well
Hope everyone has a good Friday, it'll soon be the weekend
Classy pairing Jack
It is a carbon fiber day for me as well
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Camillus 51 today
And a Farmer
The handles on the farmer look cool.
One of these days I’m going to have to buy an Opinel to see what all the fuss is about. Nice combo.I picked a utilitarian duo for today. If I can't get through the day with these two, I should stay home.
- Stuart
That looks like a very well seasoned Opinel!I picked a utilitarian duo for today. If I can't get through the day with these two, I should stay home.
- Stuart
It must have lots of stories to tell!
