All About Pocket Knives

Thanks Mmarco and ww.

kennedy knives wrote: ↑Tue Dec 26, 2023 11:29 pm

toomanyknives wrote: ↑Tue Dec 26, 2023 11:18 pm

doglegg wrote: ↑Tue Dec 26, 2023 4:13 pm My sweet wife with generous help from our own Mr. Kennedy gave me this wonderful old Alfred Williams United States Navy knife for Christmas. 20231226_095558.jpg20231226_095616.jpg20231226_095802.jpg

What a great score, DLegg! Merry Christmas! Kudos to Mr. Kennedy! Gary is the best!

Thanks for the kind words miss seeing you at Blade this year

I plan on making it this year, Gary. I'll track you down for sure..

Thanx WW

I purchased ( from Roger), a few Christmas gifts for myself. The 3 furthest left are Robeson, the 3 to the right are Shapleigh. I will, eventually, post individual pics in the respective threads.

Waukonda wrote: ↑Wed Dec 27, 2023 8:23 pm I purchased ( from Roger), a few Christmas gifts for myself. The 3 furthest left are Robeson, the 3 to the right are Shapleigh. I will, eventually, post individual pics in the respective threads.

Very nice Ike!! Always a pleasure to view your cutlery. It's like stepping into a Museum!! Filled with antique cutlery!!

That one in the middle with the blonde bones is beautiful. Same with the Pocket Ease. Great group of bones, Nice pick ups. Looking forward to more pics.

Madmarco wrote: ↑Wed Dec 27, 2023 1:28 am Beautiful coloring on your new Case, Mark, and it sure seems Moki's have ruined your outlook on other run-ups. What can ya do, it might cause you to appreciate your Moki's that much more, and that's a good thing!

That's a great pair of R/R's there, Jeeper, the copper on those almost makes it a totally different knife. I have a copy of their teenie-tiny "Cub" with emerald green covers, and even that tiny little knife is rock-solid. Yep, I'm a R/R fan!

Wow, somebody loves you, Floyd, what an exceptional knife. I've only had friendly professional interactions when dealing with Gary, he's a sharp businessman yet helpful and accommodating to your needs, in other words, he's a great guy!

It looks like you also have folks who think you're pretty o.k., Dogg, that's one cool trapper your son gave you. I wasn't sure if "pocket worn from my son" meant worn-down or worn-carried, but judging by it's condition I'm goin' with the former!

What a beautiful Buck you have there, CCC, and right outta the series I admire the most. Is yours a 500/501....or? I really like how they have the blade blending nice n' smoothly into the handle at the tang, much better than the clip-point look, IMO. Welcome, man!
And imagine that, Gary/Kennedy Knives involved in yet another pleasant and easy transaction, my goodness!

It's a 500 Marco ... my first in the series. on Gary, very pleased, was easy to do biz with. Many thanks for the Welcome!!

woodwalker wrote: ↑Wed Dec 27, 2023 1:49 am

Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Tue Dec 26, 2023 10:49 pm This came in the mail today .. "got me another one" for the collection.
I have been collecting Buck fixed blades, 110s, and the 300 series mostly, as well as Alpha Hunters. I like 'em all! This is my first 500 series ... will have to "get me another one". This is my first purchase from an AAPK member since I joined. Got it from Kennedy Knives. Great experience!

Like to add, I have done some posting since joining, but have not mentioned I am new. I was a lurker ... if that is the right word for about 1 1/2 years. I am glad I joined! Should have done it sooner ... This is a great site to be a member of! Many thanks to all for the info I have gleaned from your posts!

Very nice Buck!! Congratts!!

Thanks woodwalker!

woodwalker wrote: ↑Wed Dec 27, 2023 10:23 pm

Waukonda wrote: ↑Wed Dec 27, 2023 8:23 pm

Filled with antique cutlery!!

Thanks, Woodwalker. I am not particularly well rounded in my knife collecting, while I have an appreciation for all knives, probably 99% of what I own is pre-1950.

Ivoryman wrote: ↑Wed Dec 27, 2023 11:32 pm Great group of bones

Thanks for.the comments, Iman!

Thanks for the Buck model number, CCC!

And thanks to all for a fine display of pocket cutlery, ya'll have great taste!

Waukonda wrote: ↑Wed Dec 27, 2023 8:23 pm I purchased ( from Roger), a few Christmas gifts for myself. The 3 furthest left are Robeson, the 3 to the right are Shapleigh. I will, eventually, post individual pics in the respective threads.

Wowsers Ike. That is a great group. Write yourself a thank you note.

doglegg wrote: ↑Thu Dec 28, 2023 3:51 am

Waukonda wrote: ↑Wed Dec 27, 2023 8:23 pm

Wowsers Ike. That is a great group. Write yourself a thank you note.

I have gone back and looked at that Alfred Williams of yours several times.since you posted it.

Thanks Ike.

A recent 5-pack that came to me, and they're all on the smaller side if you can imagine that!
This 6 1/4" A.G. Russell drop-point/slip-joint with triple abalone inlays in it's dark horn covers makes a great apple peeler!Following is this 6" James Brand Tanto-point/slip-joint gent's knife with dark wood inlays in it's covers and makes for a fine EDC vest-pocket carrier!That brings us to this 6 3/4" Gerber "Square" linerlock with heavy ribbed aluminum covers and square thumb-wheel and makes a great utility knife!Moving right along is this 6 1/2" Parker/IMAI spear-point/slip-joint "Spirit of America" all-brass tribute knife best used for fondling purposes!Lastly for today comes this Sarco 7" "Military MAX" spear-point/linerlock featuring dark wood covers and brass hardware that I bought from Japan cuz it looks so much like a Buck 500 series but different than a Buck 500 series, and cuz it's just so cool!

Madmarco wrote: ↑Fri Dec 29, 2023 1:35 am A recent 5-pack that came to me, and they're all on the smaller side if you can imagine that!
8)WIN_20230824_13_41_39_Pro.jpgWIN_20230824_13_41_25_Pro.jpgThis 6 1/4" A.G. Russell drop-point/slip-joint with triple abalone inlays in it's dark horn covers makes a great apple peeler!WIN_20230925_19_26_18_Pro.jpgWIN_20230925_19_25_53_Pro.jpgFollowing is this 6" James Brand Tanto-point/slip-joint gent's knife with dark wood inlays in it's covers and makes for a fine EDC vest-pocket carrier!WIN_20231107_00_52_38_Pro.jpgWIN_20231107_00_52_59_Pro.jpgThat brings us to this 6 3/4" Gerber "Square" linerlock with heavy ribbed aluminum covers and square thumb-wheel and makes a great utility knife!WIN_20231026_13_07_00_Pro.jpgWIN_20231026_13_06_42_Pro.jpgMoving right along is this 6 1/2" Parker/IMAI spear-point/slip-joint "Spirit of America" all-brass tribute knife best used for fondling purposes!WIN_20231011_13_46_44_Pro.jpgWIN_20231011_13_46_21_Pro.jpgLastly for today comes this Sarco 7" "Military MAX" spear-point/linerlock featuring dark wood covers and brass hardware that I bought from Japan cuz it looks so much like a Buck 500 series but different than a Buck 500 series, and cuz it's just so cool!

Nice group, Marco! I like that Russell. It reminds me of a large Sodbuster, which is one of my favorite knives. Good haul, buddy!

Madmarco wrote: ↑Fri Dec 29, 2023 1:35 am A recent 5-pack that came to me

That's not the kind of 5 pack that I am familiar with, but is probably more interesting, definitely less perishable.
My choice of the group would.be the Military MAX.

Waukonda wrote: ↑Fri Dec 29, 2023 2:31 am

Madmarco wrote: ↑Fri Dec 29, 2023 1:35 am A recent 5-pack that came to me

That's not the kind of 5 pack that I am familiar with, but is probably more interesting, definitely less perishable.
My choice of the group would.be the Military MAX.

Nice set Marco !! Agree with Waukonda on the Max. Like Marco said, profiles like a Buck 500 but different.

Thanks a bunch, fellas!
It feels good to get compliments about the knives I choose.

I also like the AGR, Kerry, and for the same reason.
Sodbusters have been a favorite of mine for sometime, so whenever I come across anything that looks similar I take a long hard look and if it fits I buy it, money permitting. As much as I like this latest model, if I had to choose between it and an original Case 8 1/2" model I'd go with the Case, but only because it feels so much more substantial in my hand.


I'm with you, Ike, I can think of something else I'd like that comes in a 5-pack, an example being a 6-pack with one already drank, but these knives WILL last longer. lol!
If I had to choose, it would also be the MAX.
It sat on my "Wishlist" at ebay for over a month due to what I felt was it's high price, but every time I looked at it I couldn't get it outta my thoughts, so I sent an offer which was accepted and a month later it's mine.
I really like where it's squared where a Buck is rounded on their knives, it makes it completely different for me.
IMO, the only thing that would further compliment that knife would be about an inch in overall length, but that's me.


With your vote, C-3, it makes 3 of us who would choose the MAX, and although we don't know Ike's exact reasons, at least 2 of us feel that way due to it's similarities with the 500's.
I have stated many times how I like my knives with clean straight profiles, but knives like that MAX have curves that seem just right and in just the right places to make them attractive to me. The sloping blade also reminds me of a Blackjack "Mamba", another favorite of mine.
Please feel free to post any knives that bring you comfort indoors, outdoors, using or just sitting beside you, the more pictures the better!

I picked me up three older ones yesterday. Traveling this week visiting the outlaws and friends; but, will post pics and what I know when I get home to my computer. Working off my phone for now.

enuf wrote: ↑Fri Dec 29, 2023 12:18 pm I picked me up three older ones yesterday. Traveling this week visiting the outlaws and friends; but, will post pics and what I know when I get home to my computer. Working off my phone for now.

Looking forward to your photos!!

Madmarco wrote: ↑Fri Dec 29, 2023 5:41 am it makes 3 of us who would choose the MAX, and although we don't know Ike's exact reasons

exact reasons....I think it has a somewhat rugged look, and I am a sucker for a spear blade

Waukonda wrote: ↑Thu Dec 28, 2023 4:18 am

doglegg wrote: ↑Thu Dec 28, 2023 3:51 am

Waukonda wrote: ↑Wed Dec 27, 2023 8:23 pm

Wowsers Ike. That is a great group. Write yourself a thank you note.

I have gone back and looked at that Alfred Williams of yours several times.since you posted it.

You guys are coming in with some nice knives .
Floyd ,that old Navy knife is sure nice. You’re sure blessed to have a wife that does that kind of thing for you!
Ike, sure a nice 6 pack of knives there ! You’ve great taste !

Great pick-ups everyone!

A few I received in the mail this week.

Wendell Carson Mammoth Ivory 2601 Trapper.
Case 2005 61549L Halloween Copperlock. 2nd year of the Halloween series.
GEC #74 Cotton Sampler.

knifeaddict1965 wrote: ↑Fri Dec 29, 2023 4:23 pm Great pick-ups everyone!

A few I received in the mail this week.

Wendell Carson Mammoth Ivory 2601 Trapper.
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Case 2005 61549L Halloween Copperlock. 2nd year of the Halloween series.
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Looks like you had an exceptionally nice Christmas! I really like that Mammoth Trapper, thanks for showing.

Waukonda wrote: ↑Fri Dec 29, 2023 5:09 pm
Looks like you had an exceptionally nice Christmas! I really like that Mammoth Trapper, thanks for showing.

Thanks Ike! I did get a bunch of knives for Christmas this year (most of them from myself).