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I finally took the plunge and grabbed a Nifebrite acrylic Calf Pen. Very high build quality, firm pulls . . . NICE!

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black mamba said:
I finally took the plunge and grabbed a Nifebrite acrylic Calf Pen. Very high build quality, firm pulls . . . NICE!

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I've often looked at them, but always figured a two blade F&F would be too thick.
Could you do a comparison shot for me with another two blade GEC? I'd appreciate it. :)
 
John, I put it up against my other #35, a stag Churchill, and they both measure 0.56" at the center pin. The Calf Pen is slightly longer because of the driver extension between the two blades, and the bolsters taper a little more on the Churchill. The driver extension and the "one-arm" hook on the secondary blade make the Calf Pen a little less pocket friendly, but I'm using it as a desk knife, right next to me as I type this.

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black mamba said:
John, I put it up against my other #35, a stag Churchill, and they both measure 0.56" at the center pin. The Calf Pen is slightly longer because of the driver extension between the two blades, and the bolsters taper a little more on the Churchill. The driver extension and the "one-arm" hook on the secondary blade make the Calf Pen a little less pocket friendly, but I'm using it as a desk knife, right next to me as I type this.

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Thank you very much, Jeff.
It looks pretty thick. It's an odd duck design but it really looks versatile and useful.
 
Markeologist said:
Both arrived this week, Russlock for front pocket, one handed opening for general heavier use; the mini trapper w/ cap lifter for back pocket, cutting food and opening bottles of beer. My first foray into carrying two pocket knives.

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Beautiful set.
I have the mini trapper with caplifter in amber jigged as well. It's a super piece :thumbsup:
 
black mamba said:
I finally took the plunge and grabbed a Nifebrite acrylic Calf Pen. Very high build quality, firm pulls . . . NICE!

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As much as I love my orange one, which has become indispensable to me, a Nifebrite would be pretty awesome as well. Sometimes I'm underneath houses using a knife and I have lost a leatherman rebar under one. A glowing knife would be good idea. As to the "hook" extension on the blade grinding off about an 1/16 to 1/8 inch works wonders for in hand comfort. I just wish the onearm blade didn't have a half stop actually. Would make using it in that manner smoother imho. I do use that feature, especially if I'm on a ladder and need it. Here's a pic of how I ground mine back and rounded itva bit
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Still works as intended ;):thumbsup:
 
Pinemoon said:
Beautiful lineup. :thumbsup:
I like the Tribal Lock, a model I have.
What's the third one in from the left? Is that another 86 SFO from Lone Star?
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It is, easily my favorite knife in a long while too, such a great size and feel to this one and the damascus Makes for a great user so its been in my pocket over everything else lately.
 
ArchiveMoto said:
It is, easily my favorite knife in a long while too, such a great size and feel to this one and the damascus Makes for a great user so its been in my pocket over everything else lately.
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Very nice :thumbsup:
A special piece for sure.
Wish I'd known.
 
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