Pics? Anyone?

[Crpdeth]

Heres my CassXX Russlock.



Crpdeth

[Crpdeth]

This is a cheap Balisong that I have had forever... Maybe someday I'll replace it with a good Benchmade Morpho or similar, but this one has sung many songs without a hitch.


Crpdeth

[T3hbutcher]

What I have aquired over just a small 24 year lifespan, includes, colt skinning knife, KA-BAR, Buck folder, Kershaw folder, Jaguar Butterfly, and my every day carrier the Superknife (black folder below Buck) ex GF bought it for me and the only thing i know is it's called "the Super Knife" Nothing else was even mentioned on the box it came in, great knife no clue who made it, aluminum handle with spring assist, 440 stainless blade.

[T3hbutcher]

hey my last name is Applegate???? you mentioned Applegate/Fairbaine in your message, is that the person or company who maed the knives?? Just curious

[Crpdeth]

Welcome aboard...

It is made by Gerber and named after Colonel Rex Applegate...


Crpdeth

[T3hbutcher]

Ok thanks I will look it up. I have only owned a few Gerbers, one is pictured above with the tip broken off, bought that exact knife twice lost one in the back of a cab in Ft. Jackson liked it so much i just bought another, but then broke the tip off, something about the steel in their smaller pocket folders... it's just different dont care what they say its made from, its got a softness to it i duno. Thanks

[T3hbutcher]

I just may purchase one of those knives looks impressive, I dont care for sheaths for a knife that small and would much prefer clipping it inside my pocket like i always do, i have seen pictures and video of this knife without a clip on the back hand of the knife and ive seen some with the clip... Does the knife come with it as an attachment? If not how the hell do i know im ordering one with the clip?? :::SHRUGS:::

[carver]

Originally Posted by T3hbutcher

hey my last name is Applegate???? you mentioned Applegate/Fairbaine in your message, is that the person or company who maed the knives?? Just curious

W.E. Fairbaine was a teacher for the military in hand to hand combat. One of his students was Rex Applegate. Fairbaine taught men who fought WW1, and Korea. Applegate taught thru Korea and Viet Nam. Both were way ahead of their time in hand to hand combat, and much of what they taught is still taught to our troupes. Rex Applegate designed this knife and Gerber made it. Applegate put Fairbaine's name on it to honor him. I own one, and love it! I believe that Gerber is selling these knives for around $90 (suggested retail is $180) at this time. That's the info that I have, and if I am wrong on any part please correct me, anyone. Google either name!

[T3hbutcher]

Carver, yea thanks thats what i have gathered as well. Did your knife come with the clip on the reverse side for carrying clipped to the inside of your pocket?? This is how i prefer to carry for quick access, i have seen pictures of the knife with and without it??

[Bill DeShivs]

It's "Fairborn."

[artabr]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_E._Fairbairn



Art

[T3hbutcher]

yes it's certainly not Fairborn... not in regard to the knife and discusion we were having anyways.

[T.A.DAVISON]

Here is a slip-joint knife I just finished.

Folder - #449

Iron Wood Burl - Scales
ATS34 - Blade & Spring Steel
410 Stainless Steel - Bolsters & Liners
Hollow Ground
Hand Finished

Closed - 3 1/2''
Open - 6 1/4''

Have a safe and Happy Valentines Day.
Take care.

Todd








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[delta13soultaker]

Originally Posted by Crpdeth

This is a cheap Balisong that I have had forever... Maybe someday I'll replace it with a good Benchmade Morpho or similar, but this one has sung many songs without a hitch.


Crpdeth

I really like the M42...I just haven't convinced myself to like the price on that one.

For now I've got some cheaper balisongs...fun to flick around, good stress relief.

[Crpdeth]

Agreed Delta, it is pricey and like you say, the cheap ones work for now.

Carver, thanks for the info, sounds like I had it half right, as usual.


Crpdeth

[T3hbutcher]

Davison that is a fantastic looking knife, looks very sturdy, have a link or website? I agree with Delta on the Balisongs being very good stress relievers, mine has very heavy stainless handles that tend to give my knuckles a beating after a good session however LOL. I like the Benchmade WeeHawk, if i am remembering correctly.http://www.knifecenter.com/knifecent...mages/bm42.jpg

[Bill DeShivs]

Originally Posted by T3hbutcher

yes it's certainly not Fairborn... not in regard to the knife and discusion we were having anyways.

Nor is it "Fairbaine." My spelling was off. I was tired.

[Jimdo]

Here ya go....




Two of (2) ever made. These are ground by the late, great Jody Samson.
These blades are completely hand ground. How anyone could grind something that symmetrical by hand is beyond me.
True works of art.

[Thiokol]

Here's one you don't see too often. It's a Victorinox "Mauser" Swiss Army Knife. It was retired in the mid 1980's.

[kutaho]

I like old stuff

[Mr. Nameless]

I found one of the becker knives for $100, here is the site for ya, but it has a serration and no rope around the handle. And it's made by Ka-Bar.
http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/VAL730-1.html

[Bill DeShivs]

Those "German" daggers are not old!

[kutaho]

Originally Posted by Bill DeShivs

Those "German" daggers are not old!

That is correct, they are replicas. A gift from a friend
the rest are genuine.
not included is my old mk3 mod0 USN diving knife

[fyimo]

Here are a few of my favotite Knives

R Hankins Combat Knife

Mark Waite Hunting Knife

Bark River Hunting Knife

Puma Skinner Hand made in Germany

[woolleyworm]

Originally Posted by fyimo

Here are a few of my favotite Knives

R Hankins Combat Knife

Mark Waite Hunting Knife

Bark River Hunting Knife

Puma Skinner Hand made in Germany

The Waite and the Puma both have me drooling. Very Nice Collection there !