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Post by Avatar on Oct 23, 2007 1:00:24 GMT -5
Well, as promised, my collection of knives. Most of them anyway. There are a couple I couldn't find. And now some close-ups: That's a Lee-Enfield .303 bayonet (WWI) along the top. Then left to right: US M4 carbine bayonet, a Swedish rifle bayonet (C.1895) and two British FS daggers (WWII). Some of my throwing knives. Not the one on the left, that's just a boot knife. There's another red handled one to match the two on the right, but I can't find it. Top is a beautifully engraved Pakiststani tribal fighting knife, hafted in bone. Maybe turn of the century...not sure. Below it is a small(ish) decorative Kukri, also stunningly engraved by hand with a decorated sheath. This is a full-sized Kukri, the knife of the Nepalese Ghurka's, some of the most renowned mercenaries in the world. Hunting knives: The three on the left are a matched set of Puma knives, hand made in West Germany. Honourable mention to this: For many years my favourite boot & carry knife: And this, my current carry knife: And this, my heavy cavalry sword: And that's (most of) my knife collection. --A
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Post by thomasallencummins on Oct 23, 2007 5:34:02 GMT -5
Dang Av, That is one impressive collection. You've obviously spent a lot of time and money. The Kukries are remarkable. I'm sure Cadzombie will salivate once he see's this though I'm guessing he's going to be a little disappointed that there isn't a full replica Conan's Father's broadsword. ;D
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Post by Avatar on Oct 23, 2007 6:24:26 GMT -5
Haha, I've never been into fantasy knives. I like 'em practical. ;D Time, yeah...been collecting them since I was about 13 or so. Some, especially the antiques, acquired as gifts. I don't think its cost me all that much, although I suppose if you add it up...
No idea what any of them are worth. And yeah...the Kukri is among my absolute favourites. ;D
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Post by thomasallencummins on Oct 23, 2007 8:37:01 GMT -5
The small(ish) decorative Kukri sheath looks like it's got about 75cents stuck to it. Nice to know you've got some spare change lying around in a pinch. ;D
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Post by Avatar on Oct 24, 2007 3:16:18 GMT -5
Haha, yeah, unfortunately, you'd have to go to india to spend it. ;D
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Post by Cad Zombie on Oct 26, 2007 19:29:00 GMT -5
Avatar, A very respectable collection you have there, some nice WW2 vintage as well.
when I first started looking at the pictures in the post I thought sure my eyes would fall upon atleast 1 K-Bar vintage or otherwise, I'm shocked.
I've tried to put together a collection over the years but money and other more important things (usually having to do with money, or lack thereof) has prevented me from arriving at this juncture in time with anything that resembles a collection.
Just a few pocket knives, and the trusty, never leave home without it, Swiss Champ.
Again, nice collection.
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Post by Avatar on Oct 29, 2007 0:40:17 GMT -5
Thanks. Not sure I've ever seen a K-bar here other than the odd USMC fighting/utility knife, which I don't find particularly aesthetically pleasing to be honest. However, having a quick look at their website, I see that they do indeed have a few that I wouldn't mind adding to my collection. ;D I never leave home without the little carry knife above, a small locking folder, and my leatherman. --A
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Post by menolly on Dec 12, 2007 11:16:30 GMT -5
Nice to finally see these.
I love the carry knife. Both aesthetically and how I imagine it would work practically.
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Post by thomasallencummins on Dec 13, 2007 15:13:28 GMT -5
Avatar's collection in the wrong hands could be frightening. :-)
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Post by Captain Nemo on May 3, 2008 19:59:31 GMT -5
Very impressive set of edged wepons. I find the three Puma knives very interesting. Is the one on the far left a "970 Game Warden"... I have one of those, and it has the "Rockwel Hardness Test" dimple on the blade. Also the knife on the far right is interesting...it has the handle of a WWII "Hitler Youth" knife, and the blade of a "Bowie" knife. Where did that come from? C.N.
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Post by ram on May 6, 2008 14:20:52 GMT -5
Avatar's collection in the wrong hands could be frightening. :-) No kidding. Crocodile Dundee would be jealous... I can't see myself walking around with a carry knife. Which is why I likely wouldn't last long in the wilderness. Meanwhile, Avatar would be happily roasting a rabbit over a fire somewhere.
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Post by Avatar on Jul 8, 2008 3:28:39 GMT -5
Very impressive set of edged wepons. I find the three Puma knives very interesting. Is the one on the far left a "970 Game Warden"... I have one of those, and it has the "Rockwel Hardness Test" dimple on the blade. Also the knife on the far right is interesting...it has the handle of a WWII "Hitler Youth" knife, and the blade of a "Bowie" knife. Where did that come from? C.N. That is indeed the Puma Game Warden. Great spot. Nice knife too. Incredible steel quality. I used it as a kitchen knife for years, never needed to sharpen it. That other one is just a generic, no-name hunter...was the first sheath knife I ever bought, when I was 12 or so, and it remains my favourite. No frills, good quality. I've actually gone through 2 new carry knives since...now I seem to be carrying half-serrated locking folders. *sigh* Where will it end? LOL Will post a pic of my current one when I get a chance. --A
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Post by cleburne on Jan 24, 2009 12:39:50 GMT -5
Hadn,t ventured in to this thread before but very impressive collection Avatar . One question I have for you is from what time line is the cavalry sword from ? i,e the last sword in the picture.
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Post by Avatar on Feb 2, 2009 9:24:14 GMT -5
It's an 1853-pattern British Cavalry sword, used mostly in Crimea, but many of which found their way to the Confederate States in the Civil War. (What the provence of mine is, I don't know.)
It was actually the first attempt at a design change in British-pattern swords, and the first not to be specifically designated heavy/light, but marketed for all kinds of cavalry. It's certain that at least some were carried in the famed Charge of the Light Brigade. ("Cannons to the left of us..." Hahaha.)
The weight of the d**n thing makes me think it was better suited to Heavy Cav though...weighs a ton. Not designed with fencing in mind. LOL
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Post by cleburne on Feb 3, 2009 9:11:49 GMT -5
but many of which found their way to the Confederate States in the Civil War. The weight of the d**n thing makes me think it was better suited to Heavy Cav though...weighs a ton. Not designed with fencing in mind. LOL --A Cool thanks for the explanation Avatar , I have a good few books on the civil war so hence my eyes were drawn to the sword cause it looked like from that era . As concerning the weight a friend of mine had an enfield rifle from the civil war and it weighed a tonne How they were able to carry them things around after a 20 mile or so march and then fight aswell
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