BOMBS AWAY!!! THE UN-OFFICIAL OFFICIAL BOMB THREAD
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"There are none so blind as those that refuse to see"
God Bless America - Though I don't know why he would want to.
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Went to the post office this morning to pick up some mail and I was surprised to see a slip requesting a signature for an International package
I opened it up carefully not knowing what to expect
It was a bomb from Frank, (Capt. Farrel),all the way from Germany!
I was so surprised to find not one but two unused absolutely beautiful bone handle Barlow knives!!
Thank you Frank! You made my day!!

I opened it up carefully not knowing what to expect
I was so surprised to find not one but two unused absolutely beautiful bone handle Barlow knives!!
Thank you Frank! You made my day!!
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Nice!!
And Congrats to the giver and getter!! John 
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Great knives!
Congrats Dimitri!
A big 3 thumbs up salute to Frank!
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You´re welcome Dimitri - enjoy! I was lucky in getting a few of these NOS-knives and thought you would like them. 
Frank
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Well there I was today, trudging home after a 13 hour day at work, tired and dejected....halfheartedly checked the mailbox on my way to the house, not expecting anything good...when MUCH to my surprise...what did I find, but a rather long box with some patriotic stickers on the outside, an Eagle Globe & Anchor, and a return address from Salem OR!
All of a sudden my mood took a turn for the better! What could this possibly be? I certainly wasn't expecting anything from Dale, but from the looks of the package I had some definite good feelings goin' on. Like a dog with a nice meaty bone, I scampered to the front door newly invigorated all of a sudden. Being the kind of guy who likes to save the best part of my meal until last, so as to build up the proper anticipatory excitement, I set the package down on the kitchen table, while I showered up, thinking about it the whole time...what could it be...
...well doggone it I had no idea.
Returning to the kitchen, I made myself a PB&J sandwich, sat down in front of the box and stared at it while I ate...excitement building...finally after finishing off my snack, the time was right, I carefully opened up the box, and under the lid.... Mad bomber Dale scores a direct hit in Wisconsin! Return fire...incoming!!
Not only was there an outstanding collection of some fine USMC stickers, and a really cool red white and blue beaded lanyard, but the crown jewel of the package was this FANTASTIC Orvet Custom Schrade 124UH with an Eagle Globe & Anchor shield!! Are you kiddin' me?
The stickers and lanyard alone would have been cool enough, but this knife is a real dandy. Love the fact that it looks like a lockback, but is actually a slippy even has a lanyard hole in the bolster. 4" closed length.. Nice and slim, enough blade so you can grip it and open it that way without even using the nail nick. Great snap both ways too, just a super solid one of a kind knife! This one is going to see some definite EDC time, effective immediately.
Dale, THANK YOU so very much. Words fall short of expressing my gratitude, I appreciate the time and effort that went into putting this package together, and of course the work that went into this great knife. I will carry it and show it off with pride.
It's people like you that give true meaning to the term SEMPER FI...
Mike
Returning to the kitchen, I made myself a PB&J sandwich, sat down in front of the box and stared at it while I ate...excitement building...finally after finishing off my snack, the time was right, I carefully opened up the box, and under the lid.... Mad bomber Dale scores a direct hit in Wisconsin! Return fire...incoming!!
Not only was there an outstanding collection of some fine USMC stickers, and a really cool red white and blue beaded lanyard, but the crown jewel of the package was this FANTASTIC Orvet Custom Schrade 124UH with an Eagle Globe & Anchor shield!! Are you kiddin' me?
Dale, THANK YOU so very much. Words fall short of expressing my gratitude, I appreciate the time and effort that went into putting this package together, and of course the work that went into this great knife. I will carry it and show it off with pride.
It's people like you that give true meaning to the term SEMPER FI...
Mike
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That whole thing leaves me speechless. Two really great guys, what more is there to say.
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The Few. The Proud.
Jerry D.
This country has become more about sub-groups than about it's unity as a nation.
"The #72 pattern has got to be pretty close to the perfect knife."
--T.J. Murphy 2012
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Wow, what a great bomb from Dale!
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Too cool, bombing is just fun!

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AWESOME,CAPT , DIMITRI, DALE AND MIKE.......
.............JUST AWESOME 
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You folks are living proof that there's still some good in the world! Good friends, great knives!! What more could a person ask for? Congrats to one and all! 
WB
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Rob,whitebuffalo58 wrote:You folks are living proof that there's still some good in the world! Good friends, great knives!! What more could a person ask for? Congrats to one and all!
WB
My memory is not what it used to be, but I still remember when you blew me out of the water with this one last year!
Close by where I can look up & see it.
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It just doesn't get any better!

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I've changed my mind, it's not good folks and great knives...it's great folks and good knives. Thanks Dale, you made my day!
WB
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I'll see Dales VN handled Explorer and raise him a Kershaw Leek with VN handles by WB. I have a handful of knives I'm too proud of to adequately express what they mean to me and this is one of them. It's not a bomb but without a doubt it is the bomb. Thanks WB.
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--T.J. Murphy 2012
The Few. The Proud.
Jerry D.
This country has become more about sub-groups than about it's unity as a nation.
"The #72 pattern has got to be pretty close to the perfect knife."
--T.J. Murphy 2012
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And I will always remember when YOU blew me out of the water with this.orvet wrote:My memory is not what it used to be, but I still remember when you blew me out of the water with this one last year!
Forged on the anvil of discipline.
The Few. The Proud.
Jerry D.
This country has become more about sub-groups than about it's unity as a nation.
"The #72 pattern has got to be pretty close to the perfect knife."
--T.J. Murphy 2012
The Few. The Proud.
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"The #72 pattern has got to be pretty close to the perfect knife."
--T.J. Murphy 2012
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It was a pleasure, Jerry! You made it a fun project!
WB
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And got a treasure in the process. Did you ever do anything with that Leek?
Forged on the anvil of discipline.
The Few. The Proud.
Jerry D.
This country has become more about sub-groups than about it's unity as a nation.
"The #72 pattern has got to be pretty close to the perfect knife."
--T.J. Murphy 2012
The Few. The Proud.
Jerry D.
This country has become more about sub-groups than about it's unity as a nation.
"The #72 pattern has got to be pretty close to the perfect knife."
--T.J. Murphy 2012
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Yah, I customized it and donated it to the local VFD raffle. I do one or two every year for them. Not always Leeks, but some better quality knife. They always seem to do well. I think they said the Leek that year brought in over $200, so it was worth the effort. And it really is a worthy cause, they operate an EMT unit out of there also. I do a couple a year for local school and church fund raisers too. We're a small community down here and a lot rides on the fundraisers to keep things going. I'm just glad I have something that I can contribute.
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Now that deserves a great big OOH-RAH!!whitebuffalo58 wrote:Yah, I customized it and donated it to the local VFD raffle. I do one or two every year for them. Not always Leeks, but some better quality knife. They always seem to do well. I think they said the Leek that year brought in over $200, so it was worth the effort. And it really is a worthy cause, they operate an EMT unit out of there also. I do a couple a year for local school and church fund raisers too. We're a small community down here and a lot rides on the fundraisers to keep things going. I'm just glad I have something that I can contribute.WB
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Well todays mail left me dumbfounded and giddy once again...I was hit with some serious artillery by one who has requested to remain anonymous ...let's just call him the anonobomber. I may have mentioned a time or two here on the site that I have been longing for a GEC Harness Jack, but have not been able to find one...well the search is over! This FINE example showed up today, Carved Bone Stag, 4 1/4 " closed length...what a beauty!
Thanks MUCH to the Anonobomber, you have went above and beyond, and made me a very happy camper!
Thanks MUCH to the Anonobomber, you have went above and beyond, and made me a very happy camper!
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That looks pretty slick, Mike. You gonna drop it in your pocket? (You put everything else in your pocket.
) Congratulations and kudos to the "anonobomber"
Forged on the anvil of discipline.
The Few. The Proud.
Jerry D.
This country has become more about sub-groups than about it's unity as a nation.
"The #72 pattern has got to be pretty close to the perfect knife."
--T.J. Murphy 2012
The Few. The Proud.
Jerry D.
This country has become more about sub-groups than about it's unity as a nation.
"The #72 pattern has got to be pretty close to the perfect knife."
--T.J. Murphy 2012
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That's a real beauty, Mike! Congrats!!!
Thanks Royal, but it's the fireman, EMT's, teachers and church leaders that deserve the praise. They're the ones that do the real good in this world. I just play a very small part in trying to help 'em.
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Thanks Royal, but it's the fireman, EMT's, teachers and church leaders that deserve the praise. They're the ones that do the real good in this world. I just play a very small part in trying to help 'em.
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Oh heck yes Jerry....as a matter of fact it is riding happily in my rfp right now!jerryd6818 wrote:That looks pretty slick, Mike. You gonna drop it in your pocket? (You put everything else in your pocket.) Congratulations and kudos to the "anonobomber"
Did I mention that this is #49 of only 50 produced? Just icing on the cake...and I love me some cake.
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WOW...THAT IS SA-WEET-NESS
CONGRATS ,MIKE!
PROPS TA, "the anoni-BOMBER"
wonder if he heard i wanted one too

CONGRATS ,MIKE!
PROPS TA, "the anoni-BOMBER"
wonder if he heard i wanted one too
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