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Offline Joel

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One for me
« on: March 09, 2009, 02:59:04 AM »
I've always liked the Green River knives; built a few, but they have the habit of disappearing into other hands.  I decided to build one that I'd absolutely keep.  I changed the point design on the Dadley(more pointy) and lengthened the handle to fit modern sized hands.  The 5 inch blade is in 3/32 inch 154CM stainless, the handle scales are stabilized buckeye burl and the trim is copper.  Weighs a whole five ounces.   I call it the belt knife, 'cause like the original Green River's it's perfect for sliding on your belt when just out cruisin'....or anything else for that matter.



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Re: One for me
« Reply #1 on: March 10, 2009, 03:23:43 PM »
Very nice, Joel.  That is a keeper!  They always say the knife you have with you is better that any two you leave home, but that's nicer still.  Good work.
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Re: One for me
« Reply #2 on: March 13, 2009, 08:08:45 PM »
Joel, My first thought was thats more a boot knife than a field knife. Then I realized my everyday carry has almost the same profile on the blade. Of course mine is a custom folder. I just like pocket knives better than belt knives. Regards
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Re: One for me
« Reply #3 on: April 20, 2009, 07:07:00 PM »
Nice looking knife, Joel. I really like the copper with the buckeye burl.
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Re: One for me
« Reply #4 on: May 15, 2009, 01:13:58 PM »
Great job, I really like that design. I have a new Breeden Pathfinder on the way, Brian sent me a picture of it yesterday, That dog!! ;D

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Re: One for me
« Reply #5 on: May 17, 2009, 05:53:55 AM »
That's a nice blade!  I'll be glad to field test one for you.   ;D