The Knife Thread

[Rumcajs]

Knife thread.....

Anyone heard of this or actually has/owns one ==> Lasky Pteryx L2 folding knife (http://www.gearinstitute.com/hiking/item/lasky-pteryx-l2)



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAHzm5PhvDE

Also given its price I'm concerned that the customs might be too interested in it being a knife and decide to confiscate it. What is the usual process has anyone had their knife confiscated/ not being allowed? Australia being a nanny state now such implements might be deemed too dangerous....LOL.

Regards

[Cuppa]

I'm concerned that the customs might be too interested in it being a knife and decide to confiscate it.



Not really surprising when it is clearly promoted as a weapon rather than a tool. It might be a very good knife but advertising it like that is irresponsible imho.

[oncedisturbed]

With pocket knives, the only items prohibited are press button flick or spring assisted knives.

All knives with thumb studs or like the 1 in the clip now known as "flipper" knives are fully permitted as customs legislation change towards the end of last year.

I've got a Cold Steel Black Sable flipper I took a gamble on as I wasn't 100% convinced of its functionality but it quickly became 1 of my favourite EDC blades and also considering adding more variations to my collection.

I've had a couple confiscated in the past due to their lack of understanding the laws they're required to uphold, an example was a paracord wrapped survival knife I ordered got snaffled because they deemed it to be a "throwing knife".
When I questioned them they replied that they applied their "testing policies" and was deemed to be a thrower despite the manufacturer's supporting document stating a survival knife only. They didn't like being asked if they tested the knife by throwing it, we don't do things like that (apparently) but they couldn't deny they had according to their policies.


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[Cuppa]

All knives with thumb studs or like the 1 in the clip now known as "flipper" knives are fully permitted as customs legislation change towards the end of last year.



I appreciate that they are legal, but question whether they need to be. If not used as a weapon is there really any advantage to being able to ‘flip’ a blade open quickly as shown in the video?
I’m not against knives, I’ve carried a Schrade Uncle Henry for years & used it for everything from cutting hay band to skinning rabbits. I just don’t see the purpose of being able to ‘flip’ open a blade almost instantly unless it is to be used as a weapon, & I don’t believe having weapons in our community is wise. I feel the same about guns. I’ve owned shotguns & rifles which have been necessary ’tools’, & I still like to pop off the odd rabbit, but would not agree to the likes of assault rifles being in our community. I also accept that wherever a ‘legal’ ‘limit’ is set will be an area of contention. In the case of this type of knife whilst it is clearly possible to justify owning one in current legal terms, I still question whether it can be reasonably classified as a tool & not a weapon without resorting to argument about responsibility of the individual?

Perhaps it’s just the ‘gunslinger’ type advertising I object to?

[MB]

I think that all knives in Australia can't legally be carried concealed in your pocket?Inside a nice leather buttoned belt pouch for all to see would disable its functionality that's scarily advertised I reckon too.

[threedogs]

I think that all knives in Australia can't legally be carried concealed in your pocket?Inside a nice leather buttoned belt pouch for all to see would disable its functionality that's scarily advertised I reckon too.

I dont think you can carry a fold up knife on your belt these days.
You would need to justify why you have it, like a guy walking at 10pm at night
with a baseball bat in hand. Anyway pic is of a Leatherman I had confiscated twice
by the grubs,personally I think they saw it as a chance to score a handy sized Leatherman.
They told me the blade was too loose and could be opened with a flick action.
I was given a refund buy the seller and a third was sent with no probs, I have brought
and fixed thumb screws to a few of my folders,you can buy quick action sheaths for folders
like a 110 Buck
Late edit double edged fixed blade knives[dagger] are a no no in Vic and Qld
Cuppa like this old timer

[oncedisturbed]

Only certain states eg Tassie have made illegal to carry a pocket knife or multi-tool unless in the performance of work duties and they're being crucified for that decision as well by other states which still permit it.

General carry in a pocket is frowned upon as it can be deemed as "concealable" but generally ok in a belt sheath.

Cowboy marketing which is common place overseas like in the video clip, does provide further fuel to the fire over knives in general and should really be taken into account prior to marketing practices being implemented.

Time, place and circumstances as Cuppa pointed out should also be considered by carriers and LEO's, we used to apply that principle dealing with carriers &a offenders in general as to what their lawful and reasonable excuse was as to why they were carrying it.

Knives for Self defence is still an offence in Australia and at this stage there's no news on whether it will be changed at this stage.

LEO's, Military and EMS personnel I fully agree with being able to utilise quick deployment knives due to their job descriptions and also other areas like rope rescue / abseiling etc, I used to carry them when I was instructing abseiling classes for rescue purposes when people's hair, clothing etc got caught and needed to be freed quickly.


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

Just to add to what Jason has said I think all prison officers carry a quick release rope cutter
for when prisoners try to hang them selves, That a specialist field though and not a knife pre say


http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Quick-Draw-Release-Leather-Knife-Sheath-Original-Quickdraw-for-Buck-110-Knives-/331173022640?hash=item4d1b734bb0:g:TOQAAOSwMtxXugX h

Found the quick release pouch for a 110 Buck folder

[oncedisturbed]

I've got templates for a similar styled sheath however I'm not that keen on having a Chicago screw or rivet being across the blade edge


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

I've got templates for a similar styled sheath however I'm not that keen on having a Chicago screw or rivet being across the blade edge


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

Yeah I was wondering about that I thought it might be nylon.
Takes so long to get the edge perfect would hate to ruin it
first time out, Poor design IMHO

[Cuppa]

LEO’s, Military and EMS personnel I fully agree with being able to utilise quick deployment knives due to their job descriptions and also other areas like rope rescue / abseiling etc, I used to carry them when I was instructing abseiling classes for rescue purposes when people's hair, clothing etc got caught and needed to be freed quickly.



You make a valid point about legitimate non weaponised use of ‘quick deployment’. I guess EMS is Emergency medical Services? What are LEO’s?

[oncedisturbed]

LEO's are law enforcement officers


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[Rumcajs]

Not really surprising when it is clearly promoted as a weapon rather than a tool. It might be a very good knife but advertising it like that is irresponsible imho.

I must admit it never occurred to me to view that video in such way, my concern is only in regards to being a knife and general "nanny state" authorities views on knives. It actually chits me to tears because you can walk to any outdoor or disposal store in Australia and buy yourself a knife which is clearly nothing else but an offensive weapon designed for nothing else but combat all legally, while a folding knife could be confiscated just because it can be carried in the pocket. I actually have a similar folding knife by Smith and Wesson bought of course here in Oz and I do carry it in my pocket when outdoors, and let me reiterate I don't give a rats arse what do gooders or authorities on their endless march to protect me think!

Reminds me the chithole I work at and imbecile manager banning box cutters/utility knife which don't self retract due to some OHS concerns. I've been using proverbial "Stanley" knife for over 30 years and I'm yet to cut myself with it.


With pocket knives, the only items prohibited are press button flick or spring assisted knives.

All knives with thumb studs or like the 1 in the clip now known as "flipper" knives are fully permitted as customs legislation change towards the end of last year.



Good stuff, finally some sense



I've had a couple confiscated in the past due to their lack of understanding the laws they're required to uphold, an example was a paracord wrapped survival knife I ordered got snaffled because they deemed it to be a "throwing knife".
When I questioned them they replied that they applied their "testing policies" and was deemed to be a thrower despite the manufacturer's supporting document stating a survival knife only. They didn't like being asked if they tested the knife by throwing it, we don't do things like that (apparently) but they couldn't deny they had according to their policies.

One can buy those para-cord knifes at BCF or Aussie Disposal stores, what the idiots, justifying their tax payers funded salaries as usual while all sorts of contraband just happens to slip by....

So I guess I have to decide or throw a dice to see if it is worth spending over $400 AUD + and then have it potentially confiscated by the idiots trying to protect me from a harm. I still suspect that those who are unscrupulous just want help themselves to those confiscated items almost would want to think they'd go out their way if they happen to like the item in question wink wink....

Regards

[MB]

'Apex' gangs don't need anymore visual help old mate ;-) Good folk know what tools we all need :-)

[threedogs]

Ive had heaps opened to see the contents , yet most arrive
this was opened because they[grubs] thought there was
something behind that disc

[MB]

Not much of a collection to show:

My 13th birthday prezzie off the old man:
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2016/11/144.jpg
My Old Timer Shrade in desperate need of some TLC:
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2016/11/145.jpg
A piece of art I found at a market in Asia many moons ago:
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2016/11/146.jpg
Got some other art locked away elsewhere, hopefully one day I can build my dream shack with LED glass wall trophy room and bring em on home to enjoy.


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[threedogs]

MB very nice Kukri, I also have one ,,,I think just a military issue job
,
that little cut out is to remind everyone that the cow is sacredm supposed
to represent an Udder. A true weapon in the wrong hands.
OD has some stories about the Kukri
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kukri


Simon [4wd tv] has some great art work and he too
has plans for a lockable glass cabinet, he has one of my Seki City
drop point knives I made.

[threedogs]

This is a 3/16th mosaic pin I just brought, I have a few blanks I need to finish'
2 x Seki City drop points and a few other Damascus blanks as well, this pin will
dress it up nicely, scales are yet to be decided Ill put my options here and see how it goes

[threedogs]

Here are the blanks now to match them with some suitable scales and pins
MB did you know you can get any part for and SAK[ swiss Army knife.
On Mega factories on TV they had a doco about the knifes history, they even
had the first one ever made, the guy who made the Leatherman took it to another level

[threedogs]

think Ill start a knife and do it step by step for you fo follow.
Ive had this Damascus up swept skinner for a few years now
and seeing Im feeling a bit better its time to start doing some knives.
Later on Ill do one from scratch and go through all the steps.temper etc

First off Ill do some file work alond the spine, as the pic says
it will have 2 mosaic pins ,tthe scales themselves will be
streaky buffalo horn held on with brass pins,
Almost forgot it will have finger grooves as well
FYI that mosaic pin is only 3/16th

[MB]

Fair dinkum beautiful work Mr John!
Please do follow your dreams and kindly keep us/me please posted as your art takes shape ;-) !

[oncedisturbed]

Am hoping the postie gets his act into gear and delivers a long awaited parcel to us today.

The crew at Hillbilly Forge have been busy recently working on some project blades for me to finish off with some nice leatherwork. They've also almost finished a matching hatchet to complete their set as well.

It includes 2 bushcraft knives for them and through their generosity, they've also forged 2 for me as well.

A general duties bushcraft tracker knife and a matching big brother to be used for heavy duty work like chopping wood etc out bush like a machete.

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2016/11/147.jpg
Freshly forged and tempered prior to polishing and edging.

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2016/11/148.jpg
General duties tracker

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2016/11/149.jpg
Heavy duty tracker



"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[oncedisturbed]

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2016/11/150.jpg

General duties camp knife and skinning knife

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2016/11/151.jpg

Pigeon pair trackers


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

Changed the design a tad
Now the big question what to use for the scales [handle]
Keep in mind I still have to acid etch the blade to bring
it back to life, I have some streaky buff which is black with
white streaks, Rams horn very rustic or camel bone
HHmmmmmmm it will all fall in place once I start

[threedogs]

MB First thing is protect yourself from cuts, cause buffing a knife can rip it out of your hand very easily
First Ive taped over the cutting edge a few times with thick tape and put a tip protector on.
finger grooves have been fashioned and smoothed out using a finger file.
File work next..

[oncedisturbed]

Just collected them for the Po box

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2016/11/155.jpg


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

MB got a bit of file work done still needs a lot more but you get the picture.
I wish I had a bit of car leaf spring here and Id attempt a Kukri

@once disturbed is the fire lighter made from Olive wood
the other two are horses thats for sure lol

[oncedisturbed]

Pine I think with a linseed / waxed finish the


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

heres my one of my favorite tools of all time
the old B&D finger file, boy has this done some work.
Not sure if my file work is finished yet, will look in the morning
and thats my choice for scales, The ram horn finishes off much better
than that brown scaley look, also the damascus will be more prononced
once I hit it with some acid

[oncedisturbed]

Need to get myself one of those mini belt sanders


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

Need to get myself one of those mini belt sanders


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

Milion and one uses the guys at JB HIFI use them when they modifiy or make up consoles
I love it even an air one would do.......$100 RRP

update on the up swept skinner,,,,Ive selected some streaky buffalo horn
cause I think the mosaic and the brass pins will highlight better.
Its a bit tricky as I need to shape it first as Im recessing it on the spine
and butt. After that it will have a bevelled edge on all sides.still
need a bit more sanding to shape it right,but you get the picture.
If ran out of sand paper for my power file and with the Patrol parked
have no way of getting to Bunning for more Grrrrrrrrr

[oncedisturbed]

Did a bit of messing around with the trackers on some medium density wood to see how the went with basic kindling, cuts through like butter and no change to the edge.
Will be interesting making a sheath for them due to their shape, thinking I may have to order 2 cheap sheathes and use them for templates

Going to try out on some jarrah tomorrow and see how it goes


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

this small hatchet arrived,, good size and weight imo
Waiting on bits and pieces for the knife Im making.lol

[oncedisturbed]

That's a nice looking axe, where did you find that?
I use those sharpeners daily and they're very good, basically all I use now


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

That's a nice looking axe, where did you find that?
I use those sharpeners daily and they're very good, basically all I use now


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

Yeah I brought a few the day you told me about them,
boy do they vary in $$$ like those pencil sharpeners,
anything from $5 to $35.
The hatchet has an area on the spine a sort of anvil where
you can hit it with a hammer or such.
Ill find the link and put it here didnt break the bank either.
Ive found quite a few different hatchets as well to add to my modest collection lol

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/142042006420?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

[oncedisturbed]

This 1 I like

http://m.ebay.com.au/itm/Tactical-Tomahawk-Axe-Army-Outdoor-Hunting-Camping-Survival-Machete-Hatchet-Axes-/142042005385?hash=item21125cff89%3Ag%3AFKIAAOSwi4l XPLJp&_trkparms=pageci%253A128ce8f7-b7a5-11e6-a3e4-74dbd1801a1d%257Cparentrq%253Ab9a021081580a2a2388b 5abdffe8506c%257Ciid%253A2


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

Bit the bullet so to speak and purchased this hatchet.
Perfect match for my Schrade Uncle Henry Golden spike or Pro-Hunter

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/291768629455?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

[threedogs]

This knife arrived today nice weight.... its just a replacement,
That mosaic pin is awesome there are 20 wire pins inside a 3/16th
tube.

The knife is ready to go straight out of the box,very sharp, nylon sheath
which most knives come with these days

[threedogs]

This very nice hatchet arrived just now, will match
perfectly with my Schrade Golden spike and pro hunter

LATE EDIT, its very sharp straight out of the box,
could use a flat spot behind the head so you can hit
it with something

[threedogs]

some japanese whet stone also arrived two green and a red/white.
the green are 4000 grit the ruby is 3000grit the reverse side is 10,000 grit
and shiny as a tile
All are very fine IMO

[oncedisturbed]

Nice, am awaiting on some ruby combo pocket stones to be delivered after trialling a mates stone.
Gives a nice polished edge when finished


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

Yes that centre one is ruby, the opposite side being 10000 will polish the edge nicely
Very heavy for small stones IMO

[threedogs]

Been thinking about my latest hatchet, Im thinking Ill put a gut hook
where the black marks are,And take the tip off the back so its a flat surface

@once disturbed this may be ok to have a knife station at home 4
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/ACCUSHARP-STURDY-MOUNT-KNIFE-TOOL-SHARPENER-004-NEW-U-S-A-FISHING-WORKSHOP-/222323450622?hash=item33c382a2fe

[threedogs]

A nice piece of Arkansas whetstone arrived along with
my SOG tanto ,great weight as you can see the grubs had to have a look GRrrrrrr
Very happy with all of them plus a Para cord Gift win win

[threedogs]

Scored this in the mail today ,, a complimentry gift from Bendix Brakes.
Different to the other style you usaully get.

[threedogs]

Nice Buck Trapper arrived very happy with it

[gubigfish]

Has anyone got a Fiskar Knife and Axe sharpener and have any feedback? Saw them available at bunnings and wondering if there any good. https://www.bunnings.com.au/fiskars-axe-and-knife-sharpener_p3400240

[oncedisturbed]

I've not tried that model yet to be honest, I use a round, dual grit stone for my axes except my fiskars hatchets as they've got a finer edge so generally use a small fine grit stone.

They do have a diamond sharpener and oil combo by Fiskars that's pretty good, I use that to edge some my leather blades before stropping them. Around $30-35 from memory, will try find a link to them.

Net has been rotten last few weeks and have limited access unless I use mobile data which doesn't last long lol


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[oncedisturbed]

This is the set I'm referring to;

https://www.bunnings.com.au/fiskars-maintenance-set_p3360613


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[gubigfish]

Was looking for an all round knife sharpener for when I help the old man killing a calf etc for meat, find the knifes go blunt quickly while skinning the animal and reckon there must be a good all round tool for the job.

[threedogs]

Was looking for an all round knife sharpener for when I help the old man killing a calf etc for meat, find the knifes go blunt quickly while skinning the animal and reckon there must be a good all round tool for the job.

Might be better off using a decent steel like the F.Dick ones,
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Vintage-F-Dick-Dickoron-Knife-Sharpener-Steel-Old-Tool-/302176947737?hash=item465b264e19:g:4UcAAOSwJ7RYYHb u

[gubigfish]

The old man puts the knives on the dry part of the wet and dry grinder he has on the workshop but doesn't give a good edge see lots of burrs and pits in it.

[oncedisturbed]

I carry 1 of these and not had a problem with the blades at all;

https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/171562400828


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

The old man puts the knives on the dry part of the wet and dry grinder he has on the workshop but doesn't give a good edge see lots of burrs and pits in it.

Still think if you are processing a whole beast in the field then a decent steel would work.
Buy a decent Arkansas whetstone [soft] and create an edge which you can then maintain with the steel.
What size knife you use will determine what you need to maintain the edge.
Are you using butchers knives for example ???

[VK2FMIA]

Might be better off using a decent steel like the F.Dick ones,
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Vintage-F-Dick-Dickoron-Knife-Sharpener-Steel-Old-Tool-/302176947737?hash=item465b264e19:g:4UcAAOSwJ7RYYHb u

That brought back some memories TD (good & bad), used to work in Abattoirs & Boning rooms back in the day. Used many F.Dick knives & a steel the same as this one rubbed down with 1200 wet & dry to near a smooth finish.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Vintage-F...3D302176947737 (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Vintage-F-Dick10-Round-Steele-Butcher-Chef-Cooking-Knife-Sharpener/142208183098?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D2%2 6asc%3D39923%26meid%3D051f32f8f26b449ebef9b84e4e38 effb%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D3021 76947737)

Had a flat Victorinox steel as well. Couple of hits on it then a couple on the F.Dick. Could work the boning knives all day without having to put them on the stone.

[threedogs]

That brought back some memories TD (good & bad), used to work in Abattoirs & Boning rooms back in the day. Used many F.Dick knives & a steel the same as this one rubbed down with 1200 wet & dry to near a smooth finish.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Vintage-F...3D302176947737 (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Vintage-F-Dick10-Round-Steele-Butcher-Chef-Cooking-Knife-Sharpener/142208183098?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D2%2 6asc%3D39923%26meid%3D051f32f8f26b449ebef9b84e4e38 effb%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D3021 76947737)

Had a flat Victorinox steel as well. Couple of hits on it then a couple on the F.Dick. Could work the boning knives all day without having to put them on the stone.

Thats what I mean for the bigger jobs like processing a beast a steel is the go.
When I was travelling years ago I learnt quickly how to use a knife as you could get well
paid work in most ab's. I worked at the Fremantle and Alice Ab's loved every minute,,lol

[megatexture]

Hi 3D I'm looking for a good skinner but I don't want to break the bank , have you got any suggestions

[megatexture]

This is along the lines I'm thinking

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Gerber-MOMENT-gut-hook-full-tang-5Cr15MoV-Hunting-Skinning-Knife/262491106345?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D2%2 6asc%3D39923%26meid%3Dedf065ac29d64928ac32b994c3e7 1320%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D6%26mehot%3Dl o%26sd%3D322272905168

[threedogs]

Hi 3D I'm looking for a good skinner but I don't want to break the bank , have you got any suggestions

Hi Mega been a while hope all is well, any of those Gerber field knives would be ok
What will you be dressing???

[megatexture]

Yea mate all is well just been busy with buisness and family, I'll be dressings a large buck if I can get close enough for a good shot with my bow. Got one of his antler from last year and it's longer then my arm. Looking forward to this .

[threedogs]

Yea mate all is well just been busy with buisness and family, I'll be dressings a large buck if I can get close enough for a good shot with my bow. Got one of his antler from last year and it's longer then my arm. Looking forward to this .

Pics or it never happened.
Still think if you're dressing a large beast then maybe
A canvas bag with selection of butchers knives.
Plus they can double up as your camp knives for when you have a roast etc etc lol

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/3-piece-Victorinox-Butchers-knife-set-/172409287079?hash=item282464f1a7:g:P6UAAOSwTZ1Xlui w

[megatexture]

Oh there will be pics! This one I've got a quick look at was the size of a horse

[MB]

Oh there will be pics! This one I've got a quick look at was the size of a horse
That's not a knife, this is a knife :-)
Big ones, you can live on em but they taste like sh#t :-)

[threedogs]

That's not a knife, this is a knife :-)
Big ones, you can live on em but they taste like sh#t :-)

The Gil Hibben old west Bowie is a horse at over 21 inches

[oncedisturbed]

Been awhile since I've posted as the backs been giving me grief after another batch of injections which didn't work and been feeling craphouse since.

Taken me a bit to complete these after I was given permission to replicate this style of sheath for Australia by the original designer who crafts them for Falkniven and for the Dave Canterbury's Pathfinder Survival School.

Replacement sheathes for the humble Mora Bushcraft and Companion model knives and also The USMC KaBar Mini knives.

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/02/127.jpg

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/02/128.jpg

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/02/129.jpg


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

very nice love that mini steel do you sell them,
also that Ka-Bar looks about the same size as my 119brs buck
which has a 6" blade

scored this side draw for my Buck trapper

[oncedisturbed]

Cheers Td, I don't sell them but can certainly get them in stock.

I've got a template for the side draw sheath but not made any up yet.

Took me a bit to get approval to replicate the sheathes, here's an expanded view of the black sheath with it carrying a Gerber Dime and an LED Lenser K1 torch. The pouch can be modified to fit a Smith's Pocket Pal sharpener

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/02/130.jpg


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

If you could PM me a price that would be great.
Is your horizontal trapper pouch similar to my one.
I like your sheath's as you could have a stone and fire starter
all in one item. Well thought out, lol

[oncedisturbed]

Basically the same style as your side carry sheath, will have to double what size it is after I dig it out.

Were you chasing another 1 or for 1 of the mora sheathes?


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

Do you have copyright on any of your designs.
I had copyright on one of my designs cost me $1500.
thought Id own a 4x4 shop if I caught someone copying
my design, Then BANG found someone copying so rang
the Patents office ,,,,all they said was it will cost me $2500
to send a letter asking them to stop selling,,,what a joke
All they would do is not display them but if a customer asked
they would have some. In my case it was not worth following
,but in hindsight I have sold a heap of that design and would of
should of had all sales, oh well

Loving that stacked leather Kar-bar whats the blade length ???

[threedogs]

Yea mate all is well just been busy with buisness and family, I'll be dressings a large buck if I can get close enough for a good shot with my bow. Got one of his antler from last year and it's longer then my arm. Looking forward to this .

waiting ,,,,,waiting,,,,,waiting.
weather too hot up your way??

[oncedisturbed]

Don't have any copyright as I can't afford anything like that although I do have written permission to replicate the new style sheath and as far as I'm aware, I'm the only 1 with permission here to do so.

The KaBar short has a 5 1/4" blade compared the full size at 7" or just over.

https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/331859568164

What did you want a price on?


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

Those mini steels

[oncedisturbed]

From memory they're around $20 each


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

Sounds good Ill grab two when you get some in..

[megatexture]

waiting ,,,,,waiting,,,,,waiting.
weather too hot up your way??

Yea still need to set up my new bow sight but I have purchased a gerber moment knife seems good enough for my needs,
How I just need the planets to align :wink:

[threedogs]

Still been buying knives as thats what I do, with OD tied up with more back problems and paper work,
Jase sent over a tinder bag for me to try, as usual with all Jasons work its faultless. This will definitely be going in the camp box.
The red ruby stone is 3000 grit and 150mm long for putting an edge on a few knives, again to Southern leather solution Thanks.
any Newby out there that are into hunting or Archery have a look at some quality products all "Hand Made"

[oncedisturbed]

Cheers TD, glad the gear finally got delivered. AustPost have been shocking lately.
Had been waiting ages on some knives to come through as well, an ESEE Izula and also a clone of it, took them 3 weeks to come from Melbourne, the handle wrap was a 1st attempt I've done at it, need to unwrap it and use some longer cord so it wraps properly

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/03/192.jpg


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

One thing I'd do different with the Para cord as Ive been using it on the zips
of my molle packs is to burn it with the hot knife on my soldering iron,
will prevent any fraying

[oncedisturbed]

Did you mean on the pouch or the handle wrap?


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

once you have the length determined cut it with the hot knife
that will stop from fraying and much easier if you need to push
it through a hole

[threedogs]

oncedisturbed This is the out come after you burn them [para cord] with the hot knife
on the soldering iron. Nice clean cut with no fraying.

[oncedisturbed]

Need to find where I put my hot knife lol


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

I have an ALDI soldering kit it comes with heaps of tips for different jobs

[MB]

Thanks heaps oncedisturbed mate!
Leatherman 'OHT' as kindly recommended suits my daily needs absolutely perfectly! http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/04/57.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/04/58.jpg Simple, strong, sharp as hell outa the box and love the non butterfly action, pliers/cutters simply slide forward and or wrist flick out, bloody awesome! Found the seat belt cutter so quick and safe at work on slashing straps and the multi use plier tips even managed to surgically remove a ripper splinter from AB 's thumb yesterday:-)


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[GQtdauto]

MB performed surgery on AB , didn't know you were an MD.

[MB]

Yep, 'Mentally Disturbed' I am, not just 'Once' :-)

[oncedisturbed]

Yep, 'Mentally Disturbed' I am, not just 'Once' :-)

Lolol, I need a new sticker on the back of the troll that says "Always Disturbed"

Good to see the OHT is suitable for you, hopefully will have the sheath sorted out for you this week


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[MB]

Sounds great thanks again OD/AD mate! I must say the 'free' material sheath that came with it aint much chop, kind of scared it'll rip off my belt when out collecting wood. Looking forward to your SLS pouch creations arrival to come, Cheers!

[oncedisturbed]

OD/AD sounds like I've got medical issues lololol


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

MB heres two leatherman I have in my collection the "Kick" I received with a subscription to then 4WD Monthly.
The other is just a handy tool to carry, the Kick stays in the console,

[oncedisturbed]

Haven't done a lot but did receive a new sharpie in the mail today.

Had been chasing an esee or equivalent knife for awhile without selling the house and took a gamble on a CIMA-1 fine edge that i came across on a flash sale.

Super sharp and impressed with the quality and is basically an esee 3 with 7cr17mov steel used with full tang.

Here's a pic of it next to a mates Mod 4

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/04/169.jpg


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

How thick is the blade, and just about a dead ringer for the other knife,,,
good pick up

[oncedisturbed]

Blade is 4.5mm thick, very sturdy.

Here's a pic of the Esee 3, basically the same knife but 4-5 times cheaper.

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/04/176.jpg


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[oncedisturbed]

Haven't had a chance to try the knife out yet but came across a good review on it including a stress test video from Joe Robinet Bushcraft, certainly impressed with how it performed.

https://besurvival.com/reviews/cima-1-7cr17mov-survival-knife-review


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[mudnut]

I've been watching this guy. I would like to know what the chemicals he uses on the heated metal are. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMDNyeDmq38

[GQtdauto]

TD suggested I put a photo up of this Buck knife , I believe it's a 184 survival knife originally designed for the navy seals but was too heavy , knife came with a compass and pouch and two screw in tangs that fix to the handle , supposedly for use as a grappling hook .
Keeps an edge and is very quick to sharpen with the stone attached to underside of sheath .
7190871909

[oncedisturbed]

mudnut - certainly an interesting way to do what appears to be a variation of a Damascus billet. No idea what powders he's using.
GQtdauto - TD sent me a link to your knife before I had to scoot up north, an interesting knife to say the least. Personally wouldn't use it as a grappling hook but would be fine for throwing ropes as per the specs.
There were a few people I'd read about trying to use it as a hook that ended up failing badly, from what I understand it's a very sought after knife


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

oncedisturbed heres that rubber handled Winchester bowie.
Has a very good weight to it so great for chopping and rubber
handle should last ages, I'll take it next trip as a I need to gather
some natural walking stick material
Bowie is about a 9.5" blade AO about 14.5 like the rest

[GQtdauto]

mudnut - certainly an interesting way to do what appears to be a variation of a Damascus billet. No idea what powders he's using.
GQtdauto - TD sent me a link to your knife before I had to scoot up north, an interesting knife to say the least. Personally wouldn't use it as a grappling hook but would be fine for throwing ropes as per the specs.
There were a few people I'd read about trying to use it as a hook that ended up failing badly, from what I understand it's a very sought after knife


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

Won't be using it as a grappling hook because I've misplaced one of the screw in tynes , the knife is too bulky and heavy for hunting unless your into the Rambo thing as I once was , bought the knife new around 32 years ago .

[threedogs]

Still buying bowie knives have two 10" bladed Uncle Henrys [Schrade]
and these two,[Gil Hibben] hopefully I can display them safely in the future.
Also Jeep make a nice survival hatchette with its own ABS sheath

[threedogs]

These are my Uncle Henry knives etc. its called staglon for the scales
very nice in the hand they feel just right

[oncedisturbed]

The old Bowie collection is growing nicely TD


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[threedogs]

Yeah no idea how many I have now.
have a survival Schade in an acu Molle sheath
on the way, pics soon

[threedogs]

This is my latest knife very heavy , and super sharp,
this will be my new go to knife for camp. That way
Ill save my good ones for my son as some have tripled in price
Its a Schrade Extreme survival 12" OA

[growler2058]

My newest http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=78642&stc=1

[threedogs]

growler2058 is that a WW1 303??

[MB]

Once did start a decent steel & hardwood weapons collection John mate, throughout overseas works younger travels.
A pivotal Japanese hierarchy sword was found deep in a Chinese market place and both the seller and I agreed eventually after education discussions that it wasn’t truly for either of our appreciation!
Nanjing (old capital) good folk remember and honourably forgive 400k in 12weeks & 1.2M over occupation.



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[growler2058]

@growler2058 (http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/member.php?u=2058) is that a WW1 303??
WW2 all matching no.s

[threedogs]

Once did start a decent steel & hardwood weapons collection John mate, throughout overseas works younger travels.
A pivotal Japanese hierarchy sword was found deep in a Chinese market place and both the seller and I agreed eventually after education discussions that it wasn’t truly for either of our appreciation!
Nanjing (old capital) good folk remember and honourably forgive 400k in 12weeks & 1.2M over occupation.



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I have a few swords [ japanese] took one up the murray to cut carp in two
then found out it was a WW2 sword, worth a little bit but not huge $$$

[threedogs]

WW2 all matching no.s

They were a great rifle in thier day no fuss bolt action
like the Bruno .22 bolt action . met some rabbit shooters years ago
at the Kulgera road house, 400 rabbits a night ,all head shots with a bruno.
Crazy guys

[growler2058]

They were a great rifle in thier day no fuss bolt action
like the Bruno .22 bolt action . met some rabbit shooters years ago
at the Kulgera road house, 400 rabbits a night ,all head shots with a bruno.
Crazy guys
Agree the Bruno. The ol faithful 3oh is still a force to be reckoned with today. Proper loads and shot placement it’ll take down anything we have here in Straya! Then when all else fails........ fix bayonets hahahaha and finish the job

[threedogs]

growler2058 looks like someone has touched to blade on the bayonet,
some wet/dry and WD40 will clean it up . avoid touching it as oil on hands
will leave marks

[growler2058]

It has g96 gun oil on it. There won’t be any wet n dry getting within coo-ee of it. Best way to devalue any milsurp

[threedogs]

These arrived today the AK47 is actually a flick knife with a small led light
The Buck 110 I brought for a third of the price of a new one, this is a 2002 model and unmarked.
I want to swap for Daniels [my son] Buck 110 that has nickle bolsters instead of brass.
the novelty knife might seal the deal

[threedogs]

Been concentrating on folders lately here are a couple.
Limited edition Buck 110 and Schrade Bear Paw

[Hodge]

I've been meaning to report here for a while, but keep forgetting...
I bought this knife after seeing a post by oncedisturbed many years ago somewhere in this thread. I bought it, because it looked good and coming from a knife nuffy, I had no clue whether it was any good...
This thing was cheap! From memory it was under $40... But it's been more than 5 years and this thing goes everywhere with me. I got it sharpened by a mate who has his ways with various leather sharpening methods and it is super super sharp and has stayed that way. I cut various things with it, including chopping minor wood kindling etc, slicing branches, meat, fish, etc... And I found it to be great!
I know not much about knives, as mentioned above and in the world of fair dinkum knives, going by quality and price, this knife doesn't even , but for me it's been amazing and I can only imagine how the real knives perform!

Thanks oncedisturbed . Hope you're well mate !


http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=80094&stc=1

[Bovril]

A 1915 Wilkinson Sword bayonet sitting on my 1919 Lee Enfield SMLE mkIII*.
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2020/02/34.jpg

[Hodge]

Been a while in this thread. Thought I'd share my accumulated camp/cooking "collection". Some of these are cheapo, internet knives, 4wd show knives, etc... Even Aldi (Tomahawk on the right, because it looks cool!! ). 2 on the left are chefs/cleaver knives from Ozbrai. (Harry from Fire to Fork flogs these). But I don't rate them much.
3rd from the left is my custom made Serbian cleaver. This thing is in a entirely different league compared to the Ozbrai cleaver next to it. Scares the shit out of me, how sharp it comes up and how sharp it remains. I use it for veggies, fruit, meat, steaks...But this thing gives your fingers/limbs one chance, otherwise it's gone... Hassan Chop!!!
Also the bowie (second from the right), my old neighbour gifted to me a few years back. Don't know its history. It has Jap writing on it. Again, this thing is formidably sharp.
Like the cleaver mentioned above, I'm not an expert in metallurgy, or knife crafting for that matter. But there is knives and then there is "knives".


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