All About Pocket Knives

galvanic1882 wrote: ↑Mon Nov 17, 2025 6:05 pmlaser engraved on the blade.

be cautious about rust Mike, I was advised against laser engraving a 1095 steel blade by GEC due to the certainty of rust.

Yes I’ve been told that. I keep an eye on them. Not doing it anymore on the knives we get made

So what's the intended purpose for a coping blade?

RedRaiderRick wrote: ↑Mon Nov 17, 2025 9:10 pm So what's the intended purpose for a coping blade?

A coping blade is primarily used for cutting intricate curves and detailed shapes in various materials, most notably for creating coped joints in carpentry. The tool was specifically designed for "coping" molding, a technique for shaping the end of one piece of trim so it fits perfectly against the face of an adjacent piece in an inside corner, providing a seamless finish.

It’s just the right size and stiffness for a multitude of tasks

bestgear wrote: ↑Mon Nov 17, 2025 9:23 pm

RedRaiderRick wrote: ↑Mon Nov 17, 2025 9:10 pm So what's the intended purpose for a coping blade?

A coping blade is primarily used for cutting intricate curves and detailed shapes in various materials, most notably for creating coped joints in carpentry. The tool was specifically designed for "coping" molding, a technique for shaping the end of one piece of trim so it fits perfectly against the face of an adjacent piece in an inside corner, providing a seamless finish.

It’s just the right size and stiffness for a multitude of tasks

Very cool thanks

bestgear wrote: ↑Mon Nov 17, 2025 9:23 pm

RedRaiderRick wrote: ↑Mon Nov 17, 2025 9:10 pm So what's the intended purpose for a coping blade?

A coping blade is primarily used for cutting intricate curves and detailed shapes in various materials, most notably for creating coped joints in carpentry. The tool was specifically designed for "coping" molding, a technique for shaping the end of one piece of trim so it fits perfectly against the face of an adjacent piece in an inside corner, providing a seamless finish.

It’s just the right size and stiffness for a multitude of tasks

Great explanation Tom!!!

I have used a pocket knife to refine coped joints on baseboard many times, never thought of using the coping blade.
Mine came today, beautiful knife! Love the handles! Didn't have time earlier, and now too dull out to get a good picture.
Thanks Tom and Bryan.

So, it looks like I'll have the dubious distinction of being the last one to get the 2025 club knife

QTCut5 wrote: ↑Tue Nov 18, 2025 10:17 pm So, it looks like I'll have the dubious distinction of being the last one to get the 2025 club knife

You are a member of a very exclusive club.

QTCut5 wrote: ↑Tue Nov 18, 2025 10:17 pm So, it looks like I'll have the dubious distinction of being the last one to get the 2025 club knife

and the last for Amber too - part of the joy of living in the middle of the Pacific Ocean I guess

The Knife Gods have taken pity on me at long last and sent a favorable tailwind to hasten the USPS outrigger delivery canoe on its journey from Oahu to the Big Island. PO pick up counter is already closed for today so I’ll have to wait till tomorrow morning to pick up my treasures.

QTCut5 wrote: ↑Wed Nov 19, 2025 2:35 am The Knife Gods have taken pity on me at long last

I think Brian found Lord Wharncliffe and together they influenced the Postmaster General to exceed expectations - happy for you Q

Looks like we our knives both arrived on the same day, Q., only not in time for you to pick up yours, giving you the distinction of being the last to lay hands upon it.

I know it looks like everyone else's, but, I like to post the pics.

danno50 wrote: ↑Thu Nov 20, 2025 7:24 pm I know it looks like everyone else's, but, I like to post the pics.

With ACSB each knife looks totally different to me. But I am somewhat of a ACSB fanatic so I understand how others would think they all look basically the same. Kind of like how all fingerprints look the same to everyone but a fingerprint expert, I suppose.

Mahalo for posting yours, danno, and showing both the mark & pile sides I love looking at the ridge patterns and comparing the differences in coloration between all the knives.

I finally picked up my long-awaited and highly anticipated pkg from my PO a little while ago and will post photos of my knives when I get back home later today (even if mine look the same as everyone else’s to everyone else!! )

QTCut5 wrote: ↑Thu Nov 20, 2025 7:50 pm

danno50 wrote: ↑Thu Nov 20, 2025 7:24 pm I know it looks like everyone else's, but, I like to post the pics.

With ACSB each knife looks totally different to me. But I am somewhat of a ACSB fanatic so I understand how others would think they all look basically the same. Kind of like how all fingerprints look the same to everyone but a fingerprint expert, I suppose.

Mahalo for posting yours, danno, and showing both the mark & pile sides I love looking at the ridge patterns and comparing the differences in coloration between all the knives.

I finally picked up my long-awaited and highly anticipated pkg from my PO a little while ago and will post photos of my knives when I get back home later today (even if mine look the same as everyone else’s to everyone else!! )

QTCut5 wrote: ↑Wed Nov 19, 2025 2:35 am USPS outrigger delivery canoe

It's not often I purchase a knife sight unseen fully knowing I'll have to wait about six months before I actually get it. It's not that I'm impatient, I just hate waiting And even though the waiting truly was the hardest part, I must admit it was 100% worth it for this year's club knife.

As the member who waited the longest to get them, it is now my great honor to present the final two 2025 AAPK club knives to be delivered

At long last, the wait is over

The sturdy, securely taped box that traveled over land and sea, passed through numerous postal facilities, was handled by unknown numbers of hands and endured untold weather conditions to arrive undamaged and intact. Nothing short of a modern miracle!!
Tape seal breached..... first peek inside....pulse quickens.....
Tubes gently and reverently removed.....hands trembling.....fingers tingling.....
Tops carefully popped.....anticipation builds.....
Contents inspected......
Documentation reviewed......authorized signature verified.....
Wax paper wrappers unrolled.....Pavlovian salivation begins.....moment of truth imminent.....
Hold that thought.....wife's calling me for dinner......stay tuned.....

just get on with it !!!

QTCut5 wrote: ↑Fri Nov 21, 2025 2:11 amstay tuned.....

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bestgear wrote: ↑Fri Nov 21, 2025 2:17 am

QTCut5 wrote: ↑Fri Nov 21, 2025 2:11 amstay tuned.....

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The suspense is about to kill us Q!
Love it.
Treefarmer

That was more fun than I had actually getting my own knife and opening it._____Dave

djknife13 wrote: ↑Fri Nov 21, 2025 12:03 pm That was more fun than I had actually getting my own knife and opening it._____Dave

I don't think I can agree.

RUDE!!!