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My next Project
Started this discussion. Last reply by Brad T. May 12. 30 Replies 2 Likes
I've 2 more old Buck 110's at my disposal, of the brass and Pakkawood variety. I've done the damascus and wood scale upgrade project already.What should I do to this single dot/4 pin Buck? I want to…Continue
Tags: Modification, 110, Buck
Is it too soon to discuss the 2013 iKC Club knife?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jan Carter Mar 2. 257 Replies 5 Likes
I think we need to get a jump on this, so those people who have to plan ahead to purchase one can do so.Let us discuss and then lockdown a pattern/design, get it priced out and ordered. Buying a…Continue
What was your "It was a deal I couldn't pass up" moment?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Scott R Gordon Nov 29, 2012. 4 Replies 1 Like
Well I was offered an un-owned 2012 940-121 Goldclass for $350+tax, $125 off msrp. Serial #318, 450 or 453, my choice. I have been on the fence about this knife for a while, but at $350 I am going…Continue
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Steve Hanner Apr 5, 2012. 3 Replies 2 Likes
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peter force replied to Brad T.'s discussion 110 Rigs - What do you carry your 110 in? in the group Buck 110 Group"LOL!! i havent DD in awhile but i am a PICKER ..the tip is to find the oldest city in your area in my case im lucky since philadelphia has lots of history in the basements and attics!... anyway you want to find a place where the homes are…"
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"Just figured out that it costs $165 to ship a 3 lb box to Brazil using UPS and $25 using USPS. I will opt for the Snail mail."
FeaturedBrad T. replied to Brad T.'s discussion 110 Rigs - What do you carry your 110 in? in the group Buck 110 Group
"I need to dumpster dive in your town.
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peter force replied to Brad T.'s discussion 110 Rigs - What do you carry your 110 in? in the group Buck 110 Group"i only opwn 2 BUCK 110s but they are one of the best knives ever designed..my opinion of course... i prefer the older 4 PIN models... my first BUCK 110 was a trash pic find!... sheath and all..
ANYWAY CARRYING IT...i just toss it…"
FeaturedBrad T. commented on Ron Cooper's blog post You can tell it's gonna be a good day...
"Ron,
That Rosewood 110 has me eyeballing another on ebay. But, the grain on it is not as nice as your. Should I get it, or a Mint in Box Schrade 14OT? Contemplation is a beast!!!! They both are very nice and my collecting habits are…"
ken benson replied to Brad T.'s discussion 110 Rigs - What do you carry your 110 in? in the group Buck 110 Group"Your fine photos will be making introductions for that old friend."
FeaturedBrad T. replied to Brad T.'s discussion 583 WARN Barrage is to be Discontinued... in the group Benchmade Addicts
"I have seen and held the Volli, I am underwhelmed at this offering from Benchmade. The blade is small (3.25"), for the price they want. I don't think this knife will be added to my collection."
FeaturedBrad T. added a discussion to the group Buck 110 Group
110 Rigs - What do you carry your 110 in?
I have become increasingly enamored with the 110. In the last 6 months I have bought 5 older 110's and refurbished or customized 3 of those. My last purchase was for a 1989 Finger grooved variant, that came along with a Quick-draw sheath & a standard Schrade sheath. I have tried the standard vertical fold over flap sheath & the cross-draw sheath. Neither of which kept me from carrying a modern tactical pocket knife. The psychological need for a quickly deploy-able knife is evident in my…See More
FeaturedBrad T. commented on Nick Hansen's group Buck 110 Group
"James, it definitely was a steal. I was half expecting it not to show up. LOL
The Quickdraw sheath has been on my belt everyday, some think it odd when paired with my pleated slacks and button down business attire. But, when I pull my…"
Ron Cooper commented on Brad T.'s blog post 100% Custom knives by me....an ongoing endeavour."Thanks, Brad!
I was just trying to help you alleviate any sense of guilt you might be feeling for not finishing them sooner. I'm sure that they will one day soon become the great and useful knives that you had originally envisioned them…"
FeaturedCraig Henry commented on Brad T.'s blog post 100% Custom knives by me....an ongoing endeavour.
"Looking good!!"
FeaturedBrad T. commented on Brad T.'s blog post 100% Custom knives by me....an ongoing endeavour.
"Thanks Ron, but these have to be finished and shipped to my sister before September. I am determined to make that happen. All other projects are on hold as long as I need to perform work on these. Once I send them to Jeff Mutz for Hollow grind and…"
Jan Carter commented on Brad T.'s blog post 100% Custom knives by me....an ongoing endeavour."Those blades are coming to life very well. The swedges make all the difference in the profile on those"
Profile Information
- Profile
- User/Collector
- Are you a member of any knife club now?
- No
- Do you currently subscribe to any knife publication (offline)
- No
- How long have you collected knives?
- 16- 20 years
- Favorite Kind of Knives
- Folders. Toothpicks/powderhorns/fishing knives & any folder with a Wharncliffe blade (ie. Seahorse whittler). Carbon steel blades, 1095, D2 & M4.
- About Me
- Navy Brat to Enlisted Navy (8 yrs). Now, Mfg Ops. mgr for a California tool company.
- Interests
- Watching or listening to sports if I can't play them.
- Other Hobbies
- Dabbling in the art of making my own knives. Started four fixed blades in 2010 at work. But, I got into a major work project that spilled over into my break times and never got back to them. Recently started working on them again.
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Comment Wall (41 comments)
- At 13:16 on March 16, 2013,
Indian said… thanks Brad...that western bowie has saved my butt one fall when I just moved to BC...kept me in fire wood for the night...my brother gave it to me when I was 12 years old
the old one and the Shrade underneath the Bowie...were my Dad's tools...I remember him using them every fall since I was about 8 years old...around forty years now..
The Marble knife I found in a box at a gun show a few years ago...15 dollar sweetie
- At 19:36 on March 12, 2013,
managerSteve Hanner said… It works, I do need longer thumbstuds on the ORCA but I tested on another knife and it works! here is a link to the picture: http://www.iknifecollector.com/forum/topics/a-g-russellm-orca-frame-lock?id=3181080%3ATopic%3A788734&page=2#comments
thanks so much..once I get it all set up I will have a one hand opening knife!
- At 19:56 on March 7, 2013,
managerSteve Hanner said… No not yet Brad,although I did go through the motion of test fitting and its sure looks like it would work. But no actual attachment yet!
- At 22:43 on February 19, 2013,
Sunil Ram said… Brad, thanks for joining the Stockman Pattern Group.
- At 13:38 on February 2, 2013,
KnifeMakerKen Erickson said… Thanks for the friends request and kind words on my work!
- At 15:55 on February 1, 2013,
managerSteve Hanner said… Ok so I did measure the thumbstud and from the top of the blade down its 1/4 inch and to the scales its 5/8th. I have not gotten the thumbstud off though and I tried! It has to be screwed on but just have not been able to get it off.
- At 18:15 on January 25, 2013,
managerSteve Hanner said… Thor wanted to know where you got the Western markings from and I don't know, unless from our dating group?
- At 18:41 on January 18, 2013,
Max McGruder said… Thank you for your Friendship,Sir!
- At 13:43 on January 16, 2013,
KnifeMakerJ. Mutz Knives said… Hi Brad. I have a shop at Tru Grit Knifemaking Supplies where I do their heat treating and custom blade blanks. I am there weekdays 9-5. Feel free to stop by and visit me there on weekdays or at my Rancho Cucamonga shop on weekends.
- At 9:45 on January 16, 2013,
ModeratorJ.J. Smith III said… Actually, so did I, until I checked.
Brad T.'s Blog
100% Custom knives by me....an ongoing endeavour.
Posted on April 19, 2013 at 18:00 13 Comments 4 Likes
For about 3 years now I have been drawing up & cutting out my own fixed blade knife designs. I have yet to complete even one of them. That is terrible, I know, but I am easily distracted by a Paying job and family. This Blog will help me to keep track of the projects. Please offer up ideas and advice freely, I welcome all of it.
I will list these projects as I started them:
1/2011
.125 x 1.5" 1095 steel knives. I started with a simple modified Tanto design with 3"…
ContinueAmatuer Buck 110 Custom Project
Posted on February 14, 2013 at 18:00 41 Comments 6 Likes
As some of you may know, recently I have caught the 110 bug. I've been buying older used 110's on eBay out of curiosity.
Well, I love these knives. They're easy to re-furbish, re-task and the variations of handles are countless.
This project will consist of a complete tear down, cleaning, New Damascus blade and scales. Plus, re-tasking the old blade into a usable fixed blade. This blog will be updated as the project progresses.
2/12/13 The Spanish Lace Damascus blade…
ContinueBrad's amateurish knive reveiws
Posted on November 3, 2012 at 12:30 10 Comments 5 Likes
Okay, the title says it all. I am not a english major, so don't ridicule my composition skills.
This blog will be my outlet for honest opinions and facts of knives that I found intriguing enough to buy for myself. With that being said, let us begin.
Last night I picked a Mantis Vuja De from my local knife dealer.
Specs:
Blade Length: 2.000"
Overall Length: 6.000"
Blade Material: M-vX …
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Blade Material: M-vX …
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