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[New_Windsor_NY]

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JP, that is one FANTASTIC looking group!

[treefarmer]

Here's a couple that were fished out of the bay, an Uncle Henry MM897 (Mac tool etch), 2 chipped blades that can be slightly reprofiled and a nice little Queen #43, no tang stamp but clear etch, imitation Winterbottom.

A rough UH but a very nice little Queen.

Treefarmer

[doglegg]

Here's a couple that were fished out of the bay, an Uncle Henry MM897 (Mac tool etch), 2 chipped blades that can be slightly reprofiled and a nice little Queen #43, no tang stamp but clear etch, imitation Winterbottom.025.JPG
Treefarmer

You must have used the right bait Philip. Good pick ups.

[treefarmer]

Floyd, $3.75 was the right bait for the raggedy old Uncle Henry.
Treefarmer

[cody6268]

Here's a couple that were fished out of the bay, an Uncle Henry MM897 (Mac tool etch), 2 chipped blades that can be slightly reprofiled and a nice little Queen #43, no tang stamp but clear etch, imitation Winterbottom.025.JPG
Treefarmer

Those look like a perfect pair of users!

[Colonel26]

Here's a couple that were fished out of the bay, an Uncle Henry MM897 (Mac tool etch), 2 chipped blades that can be slightly reprofiled and a nice little Queen #43, no tang stamp but clear etch, imitation Winterbottom.025.JPG
Treefarmer

That’s a nice mess of fish you hauled in!

[Papa Bones]

Here's a couple that were fished out of the bay, an Uncle Henry MM897 (Mac tool etch), 2 chipped blades that can be slightly reprofiled and a nice little Queen #43, no tang stamp but clear etch, imitation Winterbottom.025.JPG
Treefarmer

Ya done good!!

[jmh58]

That Queen is KOOL!!!
John

[Quick Steel]

Today arrived a knife made by Takeshi Saji. All of Master Saji's knives are hand forged using traditional methods. He makes knives for hunting and outdoor use. Since his knives are expected to be used, he does not heavily decorate them. I have a number of very sharp knives. I sometimes think it is not likely I will ever find a greater sharpness. Then along comes a knife like this which seems to take the concept of sharp to a new level.

The handle is wood wrapped in leather and bamboo. The guard is forged iron. The Damascus blade is made of White steel with a Rockwell of 61-62. Unlike Seki knives, his knife blades are shaped by hammer forging out of the laminated carbon steel. The White Steel #2 is particularly free from contaminates allowing for extra sharpness.

[Madmarco]

Today arrived a knife made by Takeshi Saji. All of Master Saji's knives are hand forged using traditional methods. He makes knives for hunting and outdoor use. Since his knives are expected to be used, he does not heavily decorate them. I have a number of very sharp knives. I sometimes think it is not likely I will ever find a greater sharpness. Then along comes a knife like this which seems to take the concept of sharp to a new level.

The handle is wood wrapped in leather and bamboo. The guard is forged iron. The Damascus blade is made of White steel with a Rockwell of 61-62. Unlike Seki knives, his knife blades are shaped by hammer forging out of the laminated carbon steel. The White Steel #2 is particularly free from contaminates allowing for extra sharpness.

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Just WOW Garry! What a spectacular knife! Congrats on receiving that one!

[Quick Steel]

Glad you like it Marco. Since this knife maker specializes in hunting and outdoor knives and has been very successful for many decades, I wonder how big a hobby hunting is in Japan. Do they allow firearms etc?

[cudgee]

Very interesting question, looking forward to see if anyone knows.

[jerryd6818]

As always, Google has the answer:

Hunting in Japan
Hunting is a thing in Japan, even with guns. ... There are three types of hunting licenses: nets, traps and firearms, the latter of which covers both air guns and projectiles (rifles and shotguns), although hunters younger than 20 may only use air-powered guns like BB guns.

Some examples of 47 game species are Brown Bear, Black Bear, Shika Deer, Wild Boar, Japanese Hare, Ducks, Green Pheasant, Japanese Quail, and Tree Sparrow.

[DM11]

Garry, impressive!

[cudgee]

Well that answers that.

[Ripster]

Today arrived a knife made by Takeshi Saji. All of Master Saji's knives are hand forged using traditional methods. He makes knives for hunting and outdoor use. Since his knives are expected to be used, he does not heavily decorate them. I have a number of very sharp knives. I sometimes think it is not likely I will ever find a greater sharpness. Then along comes a knife like this which seems to take the concept of sharp to a new level.

The handle is wood wrapped in leather and bamboo. The guard is forged iron. The Damascus blade is made of White steel with a Rockwell of 61-62. Unlike Seki knives, his knife blades are shaped by hammer forging out of the laminated carbon steel. The White Steel #2 is particularly free from contaminates allowing for extra sharpness.

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Garry ,what a stunning piece. There’s something about the bamboo and leather,wrapped around a piece of Iron like that ! It’s like a functioning piece of Art . Very nice Sir ,thanks for sharing your pics and info

[Quick Steel]

Thank you JP. I made a mistake on the handle. The handle wrap is rattan rather than bamboo. They are rather similar I understand. The blade length is 8 inches and the balance point is about 1inch forward of the guard.

[Sharpnshinyknives]

NICE Garry, I love white steel. Congrats on this legacy knife. It’s just magnificent.

[Papa Bones]

Picked up this Short line Tang Stamp Camillus 72 off the bay for $16 the first of the month. It arrived yesterday. Had to do some cleaning and re-profile the Main Clip Blade. Now it is a nice filler and EDC 72 until a better one comes along. I have posted more details about it in the Camillus 72 thread.

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[Papa Bones]

Today arrived a knife made by Takeshi Saji. All of Master Saji's knives are hand forged using traditional methods.

Awesome blade Garry!! Very nice

[Clown]

Picked up this Short line Tang Stamp Camillus 72 off the bay for $16 the first of the month. It arrived yesterday. Had to do some cleaning and re-profile the Main Clip Blade. Now it is a nice filler and EDC 72 until a better one comes along. I have posted more details about it in the Camillus 72 thread.

Wow great clean up job! That one looks like it'll be right at home in a pocket.

[Quick Steel]

I appreciate your comments Papa.

[Madmarco]

Picked up this Short line Tang Stamp Camillus 72 off the bay for $16 the first of the month. It arrived yesterday. Had to do some cleaning and re-profile the Main Clip Blade. Now it is a nice filler and EDC 72 until a better one comes along. I have posted more details about it in the Camillus 72 thread.

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WOW Smitty! That looks teriffic! From what it was, to what it is now is the difference between day and night! You have some serious knife rebuilding skills my friend! Congratulations!

[WillyCamaro]

Today arrived a knife made by Takeshi Saji. All of Master Saji's knives are hand forged using traditional methods. He makes knives for hunting and outdoor use. Since his knives are expected to be used, he does not heavily decorate them. I have a number of very sharp knives. I sometimes think it is not likely I will ever find a greater sharpness. Then along comes a knife like this which seems to take the concept of sharp to a new level.

The handle is wood wrapped in leather and bamboo. The guard is forged iron. The Damascus blade is made of White steel with a Rockwell of 61-62. Unlike Seki knives, his knife blades are shaped by hammer forging out of the laminated carbon steel. The White Steel #2 is particularly free from contaminates allowing for extra sharpness.

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Gary,
Nothing can be said, that has already been spoken.
All that tis to do, is sit back, and enjoy your new heirloom.

[WillyCamaro]

Picked up this Short line Tang Stamp Camillus 72 off the bay for $16 the first of the month. It arrived yesterday. Had to do some cleaning and re-profile the Main Clip Blade. Now it is a nice filler and EDC 72 until a better one comes along. I have posted more details about it in the Camillus 72 thread.

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Yesir Skip matey, that tis how you save a '72. Well done mate, arrrrrr!