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Squidders
24-08-2004, 00:38
If anyone has one or sees one on ebay that looks like it's in good condition, could you please give me a shout?
:wink:
Cheers
Joe
bushwacker bob
26-08-2004, 16:45
Joe, Dont buy one on Ebay as they are usually about £100 ott of a new one. better off getting a WS version from Ray Mears if your in a hurry as they are only(ha ha) £95.or book the real mccoy from Alan and wait. There are alternatives that are as good but cheaper,check out Allan Blade knives or Bark River on British blades. You could have a custom Knife made to your own spec for less than £100!
Squidders
26-08-2004, 16:59
Well, I guess the preference has been dealt with by the MANY other threads... I was actually after that knife as it was the benchmark knife that everyone measures others against.
As I'm not very experienced I figure it's going to be a good idea to spend some time with it so I can draw my own conclusions.
I have different shaped hands to everyone else, I do most things badly so I’m going to need to draw my own conclusions and also, I think it's a really nice looking knife. aesthetically very pleasing.
Besides, If they are well looked after, there's no reason I shouldn't be able to sell it on ebay for as much as I bought it for... even if I pay over the odds I’m going to get it back. unless I really like it and decide to keep it :roll:
I have been eyeing up the WS version though... with the wooden handle.
Joe
Joe, another thing to consider is how familiar are you with knives! With any new hobby or interest it is tempting to jump in and buy the most expensive thing because you perceive it to be the best only to find out as experience grows that it wasnt quite what you wanted - or worse through inexperience that you have ruined it long before you learned how to use it correctly.
Personally I'd say buy a £10 frost, Kellam or Mora type knife and learn - then when your ready then look at whats out there and select the best you can afford and the knife which most suits you.
SquirrelBoy
26-08-2004, 17:25
Id mirror what Garys said.
I bought a A.Wood Woodlore many years ago (prob 10yrs) but have yet to use it - its never been outdoors. Its not a collectors piece, just that Ive had no reason to use it. I think the main reason I got it was because of the R.Mears factor and that if he uses it it should be good ?! ALSO I didnt know of many other companies, like there are now and with such choice.
I bought a frosts knife £10 as well and have used it to nearly distruction point but still comes back for more! Im not very experienced at sharpening either so its great to practice on.
By all means buy one but I dont think its the Holy Grail of knives. I like the look of the A.Wood Bushcrafter but it would be stupid of me to put another knife on the shelve :rolmao:
I bought a A.Wood Woodlore many years ago (prob 10yrs) but have yet to use it - its never been outdoors. Its not a collectors piece, just that Ive had no reason to use it. I think the main reason I got it was because of the R.Mears factor and that if he uses it it should be good ?! ALSO I didnt know of many other companies, like there are now and with such choice.
Quick! Sell it for a profit!
:o):
SquirrelBoy
26-08-2004, 19:59
I will get round to using it one day - Honest ! :o):
RovingArcher
26-08-2004, 20:56
I'd recommend along the same lines that Gary did. If your experience with blades is limited, get a Mora, Frost or otherwise and get a good feel for the scandi grind and how they will work for you. They are fairly easy to sharpen and are an excellent wood working blade. I've been using a couple of the Mora knives for awhile now and really like them. However, I do have my eye on a Bark River knife. Mike Stewart makes a beautiful blade that's as functional and well built as any out there and the price, at least on this side of the pond, is outstanding.
With you all the way RA - i have a north star on order, seems my converstion to convex is now complete between that and the Svord I think I will have all options covered. :nana:
Question is if you find the best knife or knife combi what next? :shock:
Question is if you find the best knife or knife combi what next? :shock:
The hunt for the perfect axe?
The hunt for the perfect axe?
Or billhook :wink:
Yep, billhooks mate ... the cutting power on those things us unbelievable! The blade is just perfectly shaped for cutting, chopping and splitting. It's also a knife for skinning and semi-fine work and even a shovel if needed. What really amazed me at the BCUK Meetup was that while we all worry about getting a shaving sharp edge on axes, Jack's billhooks weren't really sharp (because he hadn't sharpened them) but the cutting power was still there.
I have seen the light! I am converted!
Squidders
27-08-2004, 23:59
Maybe a plasma cutter and a chainsaw?
Anyway, I just ordered a Gene Ingram #6 drop point so I'm not after the woodlore at the moment. :o):
bushwacker bob
28-08-2004, 01:45
Good Choice IMHO.
Yep, billhooks mate ... the cutting power on those things us unbelievable! The blade is just perfectly shaped for cutting, chopping and splitting. It's also a knife for skinning and semi-fine work and even a shovel if needed. What really amazed me at the BCUK Meetup was that while we all worry about getting a shaving sharp edge on axes, Jack's billhooks weren't really sharp (because he hadn't sharpened them) but the cutting power was still there.
I have seen the light! I am converted!
Yep,
The hook I have is an ancient cast steel job I picked up for next to nothing, as you say not that sharp (well nothing like my knife after a session with the sharpmaker) but still has huge cutting, chopping, splitting power.
Cheers
david
ok squidders isnt looking for one anymore.. but this just poped up.. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=16042&item=5121844791&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW
Squidders
08-09-2004, 19:30
ok squidders isnt looking for one anymore..
Who said I wasn't looking :naughty:
I think most of the compulsive buyers here have more than one knife :nana:
bushwacker bob
08-09-2004, 23:01
I think most of the compulsive buyers here have more than one knife :nana:
Too right Joe, BUT you'll need to pay an awful lot O.T.T. to win it onEbay
save enough to buy another decent knife by ordering one from Alan Wood and waiting a while. :o):
The General
09-09-2004, 01:24
I paid about £230 for mine on evilbay and after recieving the Alan Wood Bushcrafter knife may be willing to sell it on for the same price so that I don't lose anything on what I paid. Let me know if you ever really really want one? I don't really want to sell it, but if I knew it would go to a good guy I may be convinced to sell it on.
I bought the knife as I just HAD to have this knife. It has been sharpened once (touch up) lightly used and of course being a knife owned by myself adds a certain celebrity value to the item! :rolmao: :wink:
I think thats being sold a member on this forum. I would certainly trust him, he's a nice guy. I emailed him telling him if for some reason no-one bidded on evilbay, i'd buy it for £200!
Squidders
09-09-2004, 19:45
II don't really want to sell it, but if I knew it would go to a good guy I may be convinced to sell it on.
I'm trying to convince my girlfriend it's a great idea at the moment... I estimate it's going to take a week of solid nagging and buying flowers to get her to see things my way :wink:
and of course being a knife owned by myself adds a certain celebrity value to the item! :rolmao: :wink:
Well, yes, I can tell everyone that my new knife (girlfriend permitting) had a famous owner :biggthump
bushwacker bob
09-09-2004, 23:53
If you do buy it get some kevlar gloves as well.I have heard that a little 'touch up' by Wayne will give you an edge good enough to shave feather sticks from flies legs :o):
Take a look at the knife Shing is selling over in the classifeds, just because it dosn't say Ray Mears on it dosn't mean it aint a great blade, I played with it over the weekend and if I could would have bought every one of his and Guyceps (not sure if he comes over here but loads of his stuff on Britishblades) knives that were on display!
Some wern't bushcraft things all were awsome. For those going to Weston Park at the weekend Guy will have some there, check them out you won't be dissapointed!
Cheers
David
come on then, whos bidding :) £250 already..
Tantalus
13-09-2004, 21:35
come on then, whos bidding :) £250 already..
Only ? :yikes:
Tant
JonathanD
14-09-2004, 22:32
£270 plus £10 P&P.
Mmmm, losing your original and not wanting to wait 11 months can prove expensive...
Hi P7, welcome to BCUK! I guess you lost your knife? I did the same thing, except with a micarta version. And it does prove expensive (£100 in fact).
Cheers,
Jake
JonathanD
15-09-2004, 18:18
Cheers Jake, good to be here. Loadsa information to absorb :-)
Yeah, I lost my Woodlore two weeks ago, I have bought a couple of micarta Woodlores, but I still hankered after an original Wood, it has been a companion for nearly seven years, couldn't resist when I saw it up for auction, couldn't believe how much they go for, it's just not right :yikes:
Tantalus
15-09-2004, 18:28
:cry: always sorry to hear bout stuff getting lost
i can fully understand the frustration of it all
congratulations on winning the auction tho
i have been known to make the odd scathing comment about ebay prices, just wanted to assure ya it is tongue in cheek honest
i too grow very attached to things that i have used for a while until they become virtually irreplaceable
human nature i guess
oh and welcome to bcuk p7 :wave:
Tant
There are some people on this forum (:roll:) who sometimes bring up the fact that you lost your knife (well they did to me anyways). Perhaps making the odd comment here and there, just to remind you :lmao: Mention no names of course **coughjohnkelly**
;)
Did you foolishly lose a knife Jake i must have missed the references to it.
I once left my day sac in Mcdonals with all my outdoor gear in it. Bins glasses the works. it had my work id in it. my address book everything. it would have been dead simple to return it but some b*****d nicked it. i was at college at the time and a hospital cleaner so the person knew i wasn't loaded. one day i would love to have a discussion on morality with them. the ear ache i got from my then gf was unbeleivable still married her though.
Just ask MagiKelly! :lol:
Mine was swallowed by the forest floor i think. We were moving campsites and it went missing in the process, luckily i had my highland to back it up!
:roll: :cry: