Well, I've got a 4" Hairy Carry on the way in 154cm - I'll be happy to have it.

You can't beat the honesty in reporting the testing. And the voucher to back up the product.

There are few makers that will stand publicly and clearly behind their product - no holds barred.

Even more confidence in the 'Kin.

WOW stainless should break not bend so those vise photos are incredible.

I am SURE Vic meant no harm and it was simply that he was shocked by what happened and wanted to find out from his pals here what had caused a knife from the Bussekin to snap. However it was the worst possible timing before any testing and when most people still had not had a chance to get their knives unless they went to blade. As well there were a lot of people still unsure about a stainless steel.

WE all love you HornDog, you make this place much better by your presence.


I was always confident about the toughness because I knew there was no way that Bussekin would risk their rep. What I really want to see tested is some edge retention tests as well it would be cool to see a really really thin edge on a muppy and how it stands up. I know that does not make for as dramatic knife selling photos but I bet this is where the 154 will really shine.


I hope that all the controversy does not mean there will be no more 154 knives.
I love S7 but having one steel for big hard use knives and one for little slicers seems very clever.

From my little poll it seems that there would be some serious support for a SKuppy(SKelly Muppy) and I bet these pics will help bring around some doubters.

Thanks for posting the testing pics Dan - I hope they eliminate any concerns some folks may have had concerning the steel and the knives. I was a little disappointed in a few folks and their comments, as I would have thought that they should know and trust you and the Yard, and that you stand behind your products 100 %. When I spoke with Vic on the phone he told me that he TRIED to make folks understand that he ABUSED his knife, and that he regretted any unwarranted concerns his post may have caused. I guess some people don't quite understand the phrase "keep the Faith"!

As someone pointed out, cancelled orders were most likely the result of the DMDC's not shipping as planned. Better communication really was in order but was lacking. THAT is the one area that could be improved upon for the benefit of the Yard and the Dogs. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> I hope the MudPuppies and BirdDogs will be available to everyone soon, and the S-7 not far behind! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> Tom

Been waiting on the results for so long! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> Very glad to see the MP and HC perform so well, I'm so broke right now it's not funny, but I look forward more stainless.

Tom,

The cancellations were for 154CM blades from both the Yard and the Swamp.

As for the poor communicationon with the DMDCs, you are painfully correct. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/doh.gif" alt="" /> We really dropped the ball on that one and are in the process of fixing the problem. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> With a ton of new models planned for the coming year we are hoping to have the kinks worked out very soon.

Again, I thank everyone for their continued patience and we will do our best to improve in the areas where we need attention. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Now, where's my bourbon?

Dan

Amazing shots Dan!

That 154CM sure likes the Busse treatment. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /><img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

I know Vic didn't post with any malice intent. He borders on the official Scrap Yard reviewer!;) Unfortunately some folks did show some lousy colors with their comments. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

I don't know about your bourbon, but I'll drink a toast to you with my beer! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> By the way, I have a copy of that picture of you, Jerry, and I hanging on the wall by my work tables in my basement! I smile every time I look at it!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Here's to Dan, the knife-making man,
He makes knives and drinks bourbon, all that he can.
To keep us Dogs happy he works really hard,
Which makes for a truly GREAT ScrapYard!

Here's to you Dan!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Oops, didn't see your post there Dan before I sent you that message. Feel free to delete it. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/doh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/loopy.gif" alt="" />

How ya' doing Chris? I hope you're drinking something to toast Dan with!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

This is amazing! Did you ever get the blade to break? Either way... I must have <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ooo.gif" alt="" />

Another great test by the Busse Kin.

Now I'm kinda kicking myself for not getting one... Oh well, if there is another stainless small fixed, I might just have to get it... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />