BCAA

Tonight is the first offical meeting of the BCAA, for those of you new here tonight, that is the Bowie & Chopper Aholic Association.

Hi, my name is Jason and I am addicted to Bowies.......
I would just like to add that it would be great to see the new bone in the Yard be the Bowie.

Hello Jason, my name is Paul. I'm a recovering bowie-aholic clean for about a year now... But I think that's going to change soon!

Hello Jason, my name is Tom. I have been addicted to Bowie knives ever since I first watched Jim Bowie on television so many years ago as a youngster. I have no plans for recovery, and can hardly wait for Scrap Yard to release theirs!

I'm sory but I don't have a problem I'm not a addict <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" />
I only have a
1) Ratmastiff
1) Battle Rat
2) Ratwielers
1) Fusion Steel Heart
1) Camp Tramp
1) Ranger RD9
1) Ranger RD7
See I don't have a problem I'm not addicted... or am I just in denial?????? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />

TBAUGH7 the first step is admitting you have a problem.......denial is a stinky cologne. Awsome picture by the way! The only thing missing from it is a Scrap Yard Bowie!
I will include a picture of my Choppers and Bowies in the next meeting, but currently I have
2 RD9s
1 Rat Daddy
4 Battle Rats
1 Rat Weiler
1 Camp Tramp

I am hoping to add some large Scrappers to this AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!!!! I don't see my addiction as a problem, but more as an outlet to pent up frustrations......choppers are therapeutic.

OH.... when the Scrap Yard does bring out bring out a big chopper I'm not going to buy one.
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I'll get at least two... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crossfingers.gif" alt="" />

I like that orange ...rd7?

Thanks, I got a matching set. Allot of my friends say it ugly but its one knife thats easy to find when you drop it or stick it in a tree while working.

TBAUGH7 - that is one awesome pile of steel you have there! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Nice selection, the orange handle makes perfect sense for a wilderness blade but is a little hard on the eye! I make do with bright colour climbing cord lanyards, but I like your style!

I agree with you Paul on both points, but can appreciate the ease of location with the orange handles. It's like shooting arrows in the woods - camo ones look cool but get lost, while brightly colored ones look flashy but can be retrieved. Falling leaves and debris can sure hide a black handled knife quickly.

I larned quickly when I lost one knife, aesthetics is cool but functionality is another. I would rather have a great knife that is hot pink than to have the same knife in camo. when you set it down and can find it quickly because its a ugly pink knife is more important than to have a camo. one that looks cool.

Amen to that.

Yep, bright orange works well for real world blade locating! In a similar vein what do we all think of black blades over mid grey ones (etc)? Black blades always make me think military, perhaps at some point in the future dog can offer other colour options? You'd not lose a totally orange 'survival' knife! Grey appeals to me over black...

Ok fellows, I just recieved another chopper.....1 of the 2 expecting BRs....this came with the Dwayne Puckett sheath...oh so very nice..I think the sheath is about to go to the Satin BR. Pictures are pending the arrival of the last brother chopper...can't leave anyone out!

Satin Battle Rat ummmmmmm! (drool)

BR the classic big knife, till Dan's 10" bowie rewrites the book!

10.5...I hope that is all blade!

Droool... big bowie.... arrrghhlll (in a Homer style)

You guys are both right about the BattleRat, as it is a great knife. Paul, you are also right in that this is Dan's chance to improve upon the BattleRat and other big knives. BOWIES Rock !!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/bowdown.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

sr77 bowies rock!!

You want a Bowie on a Rock?

Unusual method of delivering a bowie but yes a Dan bowie presented to a customer on a rock would be fine...

The Bowie in the Stone..

Who so pulleth this Bowie From this stone, shall forever be...Top Dog!

Bring it on Big Guy!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Being the token Brit, it's mine darn it, all mine!! Wa-ha-ha!!!

Careful, Paul the Brit - some of my ancestors are of the Buchanan Clan of Scotland, and we know what William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, and Rob Roy McGregor did to the English!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Errr, yes one of the few wars us Brits (ok English for this one) have lost over the years, however I think 'we' did get Wallace eventually! I've got family north of the border though so I'm kind of in the middle of that old one!

Come on BCAA lets hear it for the BOWIE!!!!!

BOWIE BOWIE BOWIE! The BCAA (in)formally recognises Dan for steadfastness in the face of hog poll-fixin' interlopers!

We should send him a plaque on behalf of the BCAA!

Good plan! Seconded, I'll leave you to sort out the particulars on behalf of the BCAA!

Mighty kind of you!

No problem, always happy to acknowledge a good idea and let it's instigator run with the ball! (ie I'm a lazy sod!)

Ok "token" Brit....what exactly is a sod....is it rude to call someone that? Is it low level cursing?

It is low level cursing, it means someone who is uncooperative, mischievous, grumpy or a pain in the rear. Sod is similar to git. It's only slightly rude.

Hey - You just described ME! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Here is my Bowie style knives...

Battle Rat
Camptramp
Heavy Heart
Puma 8" bowie

On the way, I have a Busse Fusion Baattle Mistress and a Tops Armegeddon..

Where did you pick up that Armegeddon?

I actually havent got it yet, but it is from a local importer, who supplies knives to the store I manage. I am getting it for quite a good price. Looking fowad to this one, its gonna be one big blade..

Today on my Birthday, I recieved my final instalment of the Choppers! Here they are in no particular order....only one left out is the FN FNMOASH.

Hi my name is kevin, and i'm a bowieaholic... i missed the first meeting due to the fact i was under the influence of an S7 Gingrich bowie, and i tend to lose track of time when i'm using a big knife. It cuts into my work, relationship, not to mention the enormous financial strain knife addiction causes... pics to follow, thanks for being there to support me.

WOW GF - That's quite a pile of steel you have there! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" /> I hope you are able to add an SR77 Bowie to that collection soon. Nice going! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />

He needs to buy two bowies on account of getting out of touch about them... Nice spread though GF!

GF -- truly lovely stack of steel. But i think to go with that wicked 1st generation Ranger you need one of these (including the hot-pink lanyard, of course, just for irony <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />:

This S7 bowie is the only reason i didn't initially push for an SR-77 bowie, but now it is clear that since i have two hands, i need another one...

Oh...the envy meter just went off!!

my envy meter about did a back-flip at your blade-bonanza there... someday i'm going to drop by the blade exchange and there will be one of the old hollow-ground RD7s... someday... oh and that satin Battle Rat... i about popped a shot when i saw that -- one came up for sale a while back, but the secondary market prices are a little out of my league, if you know what i mean... (but the Ranger bowie was a lucky score... I have a Ranger fixation like the HOGs have for Busses...)

I didn't know there was a difference in the styles of the RD9 until I meet Gingrich at Blade and I bought his last old style RD9..my wife carries a Little bird in her purse...I priced a S-7 RD9 with him...a little more than I wanted to spend at the time, but they are o so nice.

Nice collection. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

A bunch of fine concrete choppers you got there.

I think GF should send his collection to me so I could personally check-out each one!

The only way they travel is by personal carrier.....me!

PK get some beers in! Fellow BCAA members I have fallen off the wagon and now have a Scrapper 6, [censored] it feels good! Beast of a blade...

In the words of Ralph Kramden; "how sweeeeet it is"!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

OH the Bowie....how nice it would be to have you here with me! Just think of all the friend you would have!

Post the "Wererabbit" sr77!!!

Show'em!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Yea I have a Ranger fetish as well...It just isnt as pronounced! LOL

Wererabbit? As seen with Wallace and Gromit?

Yuppers that is where I got the name from!!! mean little critter that is residing right now on my right hip as I type this...In leather pants of course!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

It isnt a chopper so I wont post it...I figured kevin would get the joke! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Gravel that collection is killing me!!

Sometimes I really hate being poor! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

If you keep selling your excellent sheaths you won't be poor for long !

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Hope your right bro and thanks!!

very nice...I'll post pics of my pile once I get my sheaths from Leatherface and Leatherman...;)

cool !!!!

Ok, normally I wouldn't say anything about most movies, but this ain't like most movies....go, right now to the local theatre and check out "Departed"....no more will be discussed unless you have seen it. It is a great movie to help pass the time till the Bowie make it to my house!!!!!

Not even a little hint ?

I thought it looked good. It got an A review from critics and yahoo users. I'll probably wait for it to come out on video though. I hardly go to the movies anymore. It's too expensive.

Same here Andy. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/paperbag.gif" alt="" /> Looks like a pretty good cast of actors, and should be interesting. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

My wife and I went to a beer theater across the river and watched it today....I really liked it! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

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Beer theater ? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />

Go during matinee, cheaper prices and less folks!!! It IS worth it. 2 and half ours and I didn't check my watch once! I went to the 10:00 pm showing and didn't get home till after 1:00 AM and I was still pumped about the movie...more plans in the making to go see it again, and again, and to buy it when it finally comes out!!

I'm guessing it's like the theater here in Indy. Instead of rows of seats, there are tables, and you can buy beer and food and you can eat and drink while you watch the movie. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Wow Andy, that sounds great! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> I have never even heard of a theatre like that, but I sure wish there was one close to us!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />

Hell yeah, those this side of the pond would be very cool! On the topic of films do I dare ask if anyone has seen 'An Inconvenient Truth' (Al Gore) and what did you think (or what has been the reaction in the states)?

No, I didn't see that movie - I don't think very highly of Al Gore! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/barf.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/barf.gif" alt="" />

Never heard of it! and al gore..... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ooo.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbdn.gif" alt="" />

Haven't seen it yet, but some inconvenient truths surrounding the Gore family are Albert's opposition to freedom of speech/freedom of press in his book "Earth In the Balance" and Tipper Gore's opposition to freedom of speech/freedom of press with her attempt to ban the sales of various musical recordings with the help of her Parents' Music Resource Center.

Back on topic,

It looks like the Scrap Yard is home to Bowie / Chopper aholics Unamimous!

Right on, Thom !!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Here's their webpage if you wanna check it out. Hollywood Bar and Filmworks

Our theater has leather loveseats with ottomans, no tables, but other than that...dinner and the movie were great! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

...and the beer....and the wine.....

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Censorship, gagging the media, impeding freedom of speech and democracy don't mix... Shame on them!

Back on topic; I want to raise a 'BCAA motion'- "when do we get our bowie fix??"

Seconded!

Wow, the Beer Theatre sounds great, but if drinking were permitted, i would feel stupid for rolling my bottles down the isles...

yeah -- CENSORSHIP SUCKS!!!

On the other hand, it's just not as fun/funny when you are not breaking a rediculous rule or two....

Rebel!

Some of my friends once snunk in some bottles of beer to a regular theatre. Then accidently knocked over some empties they set on the floor. Which of course rolled all the way down the aisle. Which were obvious to the other movie-goers what they were by the sound. Oops.

In Austin Tx there was the Alamo Draft House, they would serve food fitting the movie. When they played "The Last Dragon" they gave a free 40oz with every ticket purchase, they even played Jaws out on the lake and rented a Bowling alley to play The Big Libowski and served white russians all night!

That sounds cool.

For "Goonies" they rented a local cave and held a treasure hunt for clues as to where it would be....or you could just go to their website and get directions...it was the most inventive place http://www.drafthouse.com/ that is a link to all its locations and what movies will be playing. Not too far from Scrap Yard....could be fun!

Just as well they didn't screen 'Scream' if they were near to the yard!

I got some more Chopper Fix at Knob Creek! Pictures to follow when they get home with the rest of their friends!!!!

You're making me jealous GF ! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/paperbag.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />

Come on GF!!!!! Whats the story?? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" />

Sounds like he couldn't wait for Dan's bowie...

Yea Paul...Greed and impatience are an ugly thing when you dont have pics to show the guy's!!



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Well, I suppose we should go easy on Jason and his "fixes". After all, wouldn't we all like to have been able to pick up some goodies at Knob Creek like he did ?!? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/bowdown.gif" alt="" /> Now, we just need some pictures along with Dan's Bowie ! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />

Sounds fair! (but don't forget the INFI..)

Ok here they are!

That UCHOGFSH is a beast....I will try to bring myself to breaking her in tomorrow! my first BM....I would still like a 1/4 BM-E though this one is very easy on the hand!

Very nice pieces.

Those are awsome mate. You are a very lucky man!! I had a crack at the ganza so fingers crossed. I love all those blades, but I am realy hopeing for one of those ZT BM's and a BIBB.. Cheers, Nick.

21 hours of driving and a $1000 in CC fees, not to mention it was 30F the entire weekend, but worth every minute of it! Eric and Garth and Ron provided hours of entertaing conversation. I figured it was the Drive or take my chances with the Ganza..I went for the sure bet!

Ya know, that pic is kinda grainy. Maybe you should ship them to me to take some sharper pics for ya. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

That sounds great! A very nice gesture on your part...if only everyone was as thoughtful as you!

Now I have to get a New family photo!!!! Might have to get the Wide angle lens for this one, sure would have been great to see ScrapYard out there!!!!

Always when there's a new addition to the family. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />


Or a tall ladder. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Nice loot Jason!!!

You are one early riser!!!

GF nice to see you bought a knife for your wife! You're not going to lose that pink one easily...

The BM looked great though, good catch!

It's not pink! It is red G10.....and I be damned if I let the misses get her mittens on it! It is a limited run of 3 of those.

Ok, I'll believe you it's red and not pink... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crossfingers.gif" alt="" />

YOU...YOU .....YOU, your mocking me, aren't you?

Yup looks red to me...Or pink...Err hot pink? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />


Sweet grabs bro!!!

Woooooo! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> It looks pink to me also! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/doh.gif" alt="" /> I wonder about ole' GF <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> sometimes. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

GF - I am at times an "early riser", but the most important "point" is that I can rise to the occasion when ready! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

HOT PINK!!!! Oh my, what will people think?! Tom, After I was injured I was sent to a uralogist...just in case there were any "issues". This fellow was handing out Viagra like tic-tacs...I still have a few bottles. Not that they are needed, but it is just funny to have them.

Keep them, and just tell your wife that as long as she "cooperates" they can stay in the bottles and you can both laugh at them! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Sell most of the Viagra and buy lots of lovely steel! Even 'red' handled steel... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Stoooopid laws restricting the sale of meds through 3rd party individuals! Don't they realize how much more steel I can get, hell a 4.5 viagra = 1 CGS6!!!

Fight the temptation GF - we don't want your next steel to be bars on your door and windows!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />

PK, seconded! GF can't be pres' from behind bars!

So true !

Ok, I am calling the BCAA into session.....I think I may be over doing it.....I am considering selling my SBR with Armoralleather sheath.....and the ZTBM......I have a FBM on order and don't really care for the thin blade of the ZT series....Members, am I having a moment of monitary practicality...and tell me it will pass, or should I not think of selling when I am on Medication? Please let me know!

Calm down. You never know when the knife you sold out of practicality will turn out to be 'the one' until you see it bought and sold numerous times on the forums and your heart aches.

Weedhopper - Wise man once say; "don't sell knife you were so excited about getting in the first place, or you will be sooooo sorry!" <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/banghead.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/paperbag.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> Tom <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

You said "wise" man....meaning without wife and deep pocket book! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

I think you're doing quite well on both fronts!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Hmm, would you miss 'pinky'? BR's are sacred though! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Gravelface, you can't have enough big knives!!! Man I am preying I get a ZTBM from the Ganza. Never be to hasty!!

I have the FBM on order...do I need 2?.......HELL YEAH!!!

Two FBM's? If you and yours can afford it, do it!

I wish 2 FBM.....I was refering to the ZTBM and the FBM being the 2!...Man I sure would like to get a FBM with the Blue G10 handle!

ANYTHING but PINK!!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" />

Totally different knives. You need both.

Tell it like it is PK!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Nick,

Did you ever get that Armageddon?

Mate. I am still waiting for it. Its on backorder, but I will let you know when it turns up.

GF- you do seem to like your bright coloured G10 handles mate!

Hey! That's BLUE..a mans colour!!! That is ok...I don't recall seeing pink g10 in the offerings for the FBM, why...because that it NOT ok...ok?

GF, ok! Hehe... Err it appears you are admitting your Barbie Busse is pink...

ARRGGHHHHH!!! Don't you have a game of cricket to attend or something....

Hey ... I would carry a pink Fusion Battle Mistress, and dare anyone to say something about it.

Gravel-Face,

Post that more recent pic of your H Razor. The red looks red and beastly.

Personally I wouldn't say anything to the face of anyone with enough bottle to carry a pink FBM around... Working on the principle that the SAS drive pink Landrovers around in the desert (they really do!!!); and telling the SAS they drive 'gay pink landies' is bad for your health...

The Landrovers are pink 110" wheelbase ones with strengthened chassis and nicknamed 'Pink-panthers'.... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

See [color:"red"]RED [/color]..not PINK

Still looks pink to me. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />

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That looks purple....but [censored] you for trying!!!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Yep decidedly red now... How much did the spray paint cost? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

(GF I bet you rue the day you posted that unfortunate picture where your knife appeared pink not the red it is...)

You folks are killing me!!! I already feel bad....I took the ACT today.......I will be happy if I get a 10!!! It has been too many years, I forgot what most everybit of Trig. I did learn...which wasn't much. And now I come home to manipulated photos!!!!! YOU PEOPLE ARE MEAN! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

We do what we can, brother. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Well it keeps the place interesting and the forum buzzing! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

That's the LE Barney edition. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Good one! I thought GF's pink Busse was a SE 'Barbie' edition!!! GF said three were made Barbie, Ken and Barbies little sister? GF is going to flame us for this... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

He has to appeal to folks of all ages....Why don't more companies have mascotts? Like ole Spuds McKenzie?

Err who?

Best of luck with your exam, GravelFace! Please keep us posted.

Paul - Spuds McKenzie was a mascot for Budweiser beer - a Bull Terrier at that. He was pretty popular years ago! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Try a Google image search.

Ooookkkk...the link above worked in the image preview. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />

This place is full of useful information! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Yep! Ya never know when you might end up on Jeopardy or something and know the answer to a question because you read it here or the Swamp. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Andy - I think that if anyone wins on Jeopardy YOU deserve a cut ! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Yeah...that's the ticket. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> I like how you think Tom. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Oh, I think another Chopper Fix is in order!! It has been too long.


http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=418708

Here is his home page
http://www.kelseycreekknifeworks.com/

Choppalicious.

Careful, there. Venturing into Khukuri territory now.

One day I may venture there, but in the mean time 12.5" of steel will tide me over.

That thing was a monster, a cool monster though.

That sounds like a challenge! First, the khukuri addiction; then, the curried goat!

I looked into Khuks, but all the styles and brands. I know HI is supposed to be "THE" brand, but some others seem alright. Then all the styles are just crazy.....they all seem so close to one another, yet all serve their own function....which is a great chopper? I think that is why I stick with what I know.

GF have a look at Valiants parangs- they spank HI khuk's (allegedly!! Check out Outdoors-Magazine.com for online reviews)

HI's Sirupate khukuris generally have thinner edges (so they'd hit deeper) so they're for chopping down trees. Their Ang Khola khuks are better at splitting wood once it's already chopped and they're often pleasingly plump.

New Chopper Fix!!!!!

V nice apart from the micarta! Nice bit of res C on the back of that... drool.

Jason - that's one sweet piece of steel ! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> Can I borrow it to see if I would like it ? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> Tom <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I'll borrow it after Tom! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

The Good ole pass around HOGFSH....shipping and insurance would be outrageous!

Paul - I think ole' Gravelface was ready for us ! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/doh.gif" alt="" /> That sure is a nice looking blade he has there, even if it IS from that "other" company. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> Tom

Just add res-C and I'd have to have one or I'd curl up and die from terminal withdrawal symptoms!! Beaut of a blade.

Any new choppers out there?..it has been awhile since our last meeting.

No new choppers. The Scrapyard Bowie isn't on sale yet; the FBM hasn't shipped yet; and the S7 and bainite/martensite RD-9's haven't been new for a while.

I hear some guy in Lou'sana named 'Prpl Hrt' is selling a hog's ransom of pork and cheese to get his trotters on a limited edition FBM or two. Hasn't offered his [color:"red"]red[/color] G-10 scaled H Razor yet, so you know he's not truly desparate.

Or was it [color:"pink"]pink[/color]? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />( <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

[color:"red"] Hehe, here we go again... [/color] <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Wow, he must be one desperate Dog......but I am sure even he has certain blades that he won't be seperated from. I hear he still has the FNMOASH, Satin HOGFSH, and a UCHOGFSH......but then again, it's all hearsay. He even parted with his mint SBR, but has a user in the closet, so I guess he is still ok. Also, I heard that you would have to pry his 1/4" black paper micarta SJ from his cold fingers.....also he might be saving some for a certain bowie that is due out in the yard soon....but like I said, you can't believe everything you read. Also, he went ahead and ordered that custom 12.5" Bowie from David Wesner (18 post above for the link) It is rumored that he ordered it in 5160 instead of A2, but what do I know.....I married young.

[color:"red"] AND IT'S FLIPPIN RED!!![/color] <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/banghead.gif" alt="" />

Flippin burgundy if you ask me (which you didn't...). Not pink though, not pink at all! Good paint-job... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

There was no Burgandy G10 option...only Red in its pure form...not pink nor purple or any color inbetween ...RED G10!!!!!

Looks a bit burgundy to me, not pink at all though, so it could be worse! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Hay Gravelface. My tops armeggeddon is just a few days away. I eill post pics asap..

I saw one on another forum....200 shipped I was about to pull the trigger, but I have a few choppers in my sights right now. I want to see it as soon as you get some good action picks.....and compared to the Battle Rat how does it perform.......I can't wait to be able to discuss a Scrap Yard Bowie oneday!

Got the Armeggeddon yesterday.... Wow this is one big blade 16.5" overall. The fit and finish are top notch and it sure looks like it will be a chopping machine.. Not to sure if I am gonna try this one out or not.. The only thing I am not to keen on is the finger coil on the handle.

Pictures Man!!!!! Come on Nick...this thread is about Pictures!!!! So I can better see what you mean about the choil.

No worries mate. I am at work now but will try and get some pics tonight. These are only my initial impressions, so it may turn out better. I guess it all depends on the size of your hand. I just showed it to a bloke then and he really liked it and the feel.

Here are some pics mate.

The Arm next to my mud razor.

That thing is a MONSTER!! I see some wear on it...what are your impressions of it?

Mate, so far i have only cut a few small branches with it, but so far so good. It is certainly a big blade, and I feel this could really handle some serious work. I am pretty happy with this knife and think I am gonna keep it on as a user/collector.

It is certainly an awesome piece of steel!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

So....The BCAA is wondering......WHEN..or at least another picture of it embedded in something?!

BOWIE!!!!!!

Dan - let our Bowies go!!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

And do an INFI LE!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/paperbag.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

My new Chopper, can't wait to add a Scrap Yard Bowie to these 2!!!!

Awesome blades Jason!!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/bowdown.gif" alt="" /> Like you, I can hardly wait for the Bowie. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Every one likes the chopper bowies but I prefer a thinner fighter style bowie
with the sharp back edge spanish notch and one of those bottlecap opener things on top. I prefer a small axe for clearing branches and the original bowies were sidearms for a time when handguns were very unreilable and often only had one shot.Here in canada you can't take a gun anywhere but to and from a range or hunting but you can carry any size of fixed blade so long as you don't have criminal intent. A scrapper fighting bowie would be awesome with a 8 and a half inch or even 10 inch bladeof S7 and a resiprene handle. Most people discount knives as weapons in favour of handguns but at the range of most handgun combat a knife is no disadvantage(most civilian gunfights take place within 20 feet and a healthy man can move 14 feet a second). I would also like to see the yard take on a more different flavour from the usual Busse and rat offerings.Not that there is anything wrong with them, quite the contrary but I would like to see more of Dan's personality in the next few knives.

I think fighter style knives have their place....like the movies...I mean who really gets in knife fights?! Also most knife fights I have seen or heard of take place with box cutters/razor blades or folder pocket knives. I like practical blades, and I HATE the catch....last thing I want to do is catch a knife that close to my hand.

GF I agree, knife fights or knife attacks are invariably Stanley knife or kitchen knife affairs, most of the time only the military spends real money on a fighter.. (And those are for sentries not meelee combat..)

Now that the BCAA has a name and a charter member won the contest....when will it come out!?

Here on 12-29, Dan said: "If all goes well, we will have these available in the roughly 3 weeks, maybe 2 if we have led a good life."

You know as well as I do that vague announcments are ambiguous at best...I want a concrete date!!!!

Welcome to yard time, a close parallel dimension with swamp time...

Here in canada we can carry any size knife we want but no handguns even cops can't get concealed carry permits. Also with the war in iraq and afaganistan there is alot of demand for a good high quality fighter that the basic grunt can afford.
Swamprat did a run of 11 beautiful knives for an engineering unit in afganistan
that was not only usefull but really good for morale.

Good one Eric!

Two weeks! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

We are pushing hard to get the Dog Father out but I won't give on quality for a quicker ship date...I'm a little nuts that way and about performance. Hang in there with my personality quirks

As always your Devoted Dumster Diver Dan

It is getting closer!!! I can almost hear him barking!!!!!

My name is Guyon and I'm a chopper-holic.

Lineup includes:

Busse HOGFSH
Busse SHBM
Busse SHSH
Busse CG FBM
Busse FBM LE
Camillus BK-1 Brute
Camillus BK-4 Machax
Camillus BK-5 Magnum Camp
Camillus BK-9 Combat Bowie
HI CAK by Bura
HI WWII Villager by Bura
Ontario RTAK II
Ranger RD-9
Swamp Rat Rat Daddy

Currently longing for: Busse Basic 9, Scrap Yard Dog Father, large HI CAK by Sgt. Khadka

Did I mention axes?

Hi Guyon, This is also my addiction...currently I am suffering from a

KC-4 From David Wesner in 5160
Rat Daddy
Customized (by me) Rd9 Full Flat Grind
Battle Rat with P-Tip
Rd9 Hollow Grind
Satin Battle Rat
Satin Battle Rat
Terror Monkey Battle Mistress
Fusion Battle Mistress Blue Black G10
Basic 9
FNMOASH
UCHOGFSH
BB(sort of)SHSH


Curently I am wating for the release of the Dog Father, also waiting for my FBMLE #49 to get here....and a Ruck and an AK

I wanted to try out one of those RTAK IIs...any chance to use it yet?

Yeah, in the above pic, I've now used the RD-9, the RTAK II, and the CG FBM.

RTAK II is a pretty slender blade with a sweet spot a little further back than, say, a typical Busse or SR. Still a decent chopper for the money, I think, but I haven't really put mine through the paces yet. Seemed to hold an edge well enough after 10 to 15 minutes of chopping, so I think the heat treat is good.

The RD-9 above had some probs with coating chipping off. Justin offered a free recoat, but I decided to try a cold blue with some of Brownell's Oxpho Blue. Supposed to be good stuff and should be in this week. Have already stripped the RD-9 and have it ready to go. I'll post a pic in this thread once I get it done.

I see no Beckers in your list. You need to try a Brute or a Machax or a Combat Bowie. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

The Full Flat Grind RD9 had a coating problem so I stripped it....and I also broke about 3/4 of an inch off the tip while giving it some exercise, Justin Offered to regrind it....but I don't like sending my knives off and just did it myself. The old hollow ground RD9's coating is holding up like a champ and it is quite a bit thicker than the new one. I have been eyeing a BK9HH model and as soon as I see one...it will be added to the list. I wanted to add a HI Bolo in the BF exchange, but HI's warranty only applies to the original owner!? So now I can save my money for something else...like a DOG FATHER!

Guyon: You got chopaholism bad, eh?

GF great collection, especially the Basic 9.. INFI and res-C, pure magic. (I know its M-INFI..)

Apparently not as bad as Gravelface. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Gravelface, what are your impressions on the Basic 9? I'm thinking of pulling the trigger on one next time I see a reasonable deal.

Somebody needs to talk me into whacking the one on top...



Or not. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />

The Basic 9 is a Gem...usually resonably Priced and it chops like a beast....I am not a fan of the asymmetrical edge in appearance, but it sure is fun to abuse, sharpens easily. Watch out...if I see one resonable...I just might get it also!

GF what does a Basic 9 typically go for? Or Dan do an INFI DF or S9!!

Usually 250+

Cheaper than a FBM at least, could be worse! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Wow, that's a lot of choppers! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Hi, my name is Tony, and i'm an aspiring Chopper Aholic.
I don't have any choppers yet <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

But last week as I was walking past my Christmas tree I heard it snickering at my small knives.. so my SS4 & HRLM ate the tree..





I look forward to joining BCAA soon.

I used my RM last year to chop up the Xmas tree indoors after the season. I thought it’d make it easier to fit out the door. The problem was, it made the blade really sticky with pine sap and was hard to clean off, even with soap and a scrubber pad. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" />

Chopped it indoors? wow, hard core.

yeah both my knives were Covered in Sap! my gloves too.. was pretty stick situation. Iirc, the x-mas tree was Douglas Fir.. if that makes any difference.

I sprayed WD-40 all over the knives.. scrubbed w/ toothbrush.. WD-40 again.. then dunked in hot soapy water.. and both came clean Easy!

Hmm..maybe it would help to coat the knife with something like a type of oil or whatever BEFORE chopping, to make it slippery and prevent the sap from sticking in the first place? Kinda like how some suggest coating your pots and pans with dish soap before using on a fire so the soot washes off when you wash them.

I found this pic so inspirational.. had to re-post it here.


http://bladeforums.com/forums/showpost.php?p=4189941&postcount=23

It's BootmasterGeneral's FBM over on BF.

This pic just does it for me..
When i get my DF.. i'm gonna snap a pic just like this!

..T I M B E R..!!

A FBM in it's natural habitat and eating a tree, very nice.

A Dog Father eating a tree, now that will be a thing of beauty. I look forward to the picture

Dan

Well,
You can make it happen when you release the Beast!!!!

any chance I could have a DF in hand by mid-feb? I need to clear an area of a garden that time of year just before they come out of being dormant.

Jason - I hope Dan read your post! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

"Clearing a garden in april" ,I am thrilled to see the ground through all the snow at the end of april. I would really want a basic 9 if it wasn't for the Dogfather.

I really want a Dog father to go with my Basic 9!

GF stop bragging about your Basic 9! I still want a big INFI res-C blade.. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

The Basic 9 is... modified Infi? with Res-C handles?

Tony, it looks like a Basic 9 IS INFI & Res-C. handles.

Yes it is Mod-Infi.....from what I have read, you would need to examine the steel on a compostion level to see a difference...performance is the same.

Interesting..
Gravelface, what do Basic 9's go for these days? roughly?

be kinda neat if Busse re-released one as their Anniversary knife!
kinda nostalgic..

Tony not many around I've seen a couple sell on BF for $275 to $350 (with factory sheath) in the last few weeks. (Plus shipping etc etc!) Still lots better than a FBM if the fella selling it is legit'!

Woa!
that's not as much as i thought it'd be!

i woulda guessed it went for more $ than FBM!

Yep, just try to find one- they sell INSTANTLY on posting.. dammit!

That's cause they are so [censored] good. And as much as the Asymmetrical edge looks thrown off...that thing chops with a Vengence!

That is great to know!

was Asymmetrical just more cost-effective to do?
still not sure why/how it gives a chopping advantage..

Can someone please explain the asymmetrical edge thingy?

I think one side is flat ground the other is convex, but I could be wrong! (Katanas were traditionally only sharpened on one side of the grind)

That is interesting about traditional Katanas.

Hi guys,

I've had a couple Busse asymmetrical edges so I'll try to explain them a bit. What it amounts to is one side of the blade has a large amount of edge...almost chisel ground. Then the grinder is lightly used on the other side. What you end up with is less of a "v" edge and one that would look more like a checkmark. That make sense?

The advantage of this is to leave more steel thickness behind the edge for chopping applications. Since I chop left handed though, it gave me a bit of a disadvantage, because upon impact, the shape of the edge would deflect the blade toward my body rather than away from it. I grind any asymmetrical edges I get back into a v.

Hopefully I have helped rather than just add more confusion. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

360joules,
that Does help!

Reminds me of when folks complain about knife makers putting a single-edge on the wrong side.. iirc they put on left side for appearance.. and right-handers do not like. And vice versa.

I think symmetric edges would be the way to go.. for lefties And righties!

Thank you 360joules!!

Great explanation 360j! (Like I said I could be wrong!) I hate chisel grind so that's the Basic 9 off my 'Christmas list'! Bring on the DF though!!

DF DF DF! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Dog Father!! Dog Father!! Dog Father!! Dog Father!!Dog Father!!

Yeah - what she said!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crossfingers.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Did someone say Dog Father?!

What a GREAT idea - sounds good to me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Everytime I read this thread I want to watch Serenity! And play with a Chopper or 2!

Well GF, I have never seen "Serenity", but I certainly understand wanting to handle a chopper! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

When do I get my BCAA Membership card?

We gave GF the task of making them and he is spending all his time buying big sharp things instead..

I see!! Hmmmmm.

Yep, bad JYD GF!!

I am still working on it........Too many homeless choppers in need of adoption out there.

I see. Well, I would repesctfully ask that you please work on my membership card! Please and thank you!

I think the membership card is the receipt from the dump from hauling off everything you just smashed into oblivion.

It could also be just passing up on the Street Scrapper 4 because that's the knife for grown-ups and I'll be damned if I act my age or the age of anyone else who doesn't watch Curious George right after work and get the urge to cause more mischief than the man with the yellow hat could remedy.

That show is wrong in so many ways. "I'm sorry sir you can't ride the roaler coaster your monkey isn't big enough." <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

LOL!

The smartest weiner dogs are always the most misunderstood.

Gotta love the narration by William H. Macy.

George rocks! Glad I'm not the only 'adult' thinking it..

My brother and I watch that show. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Pee Wee's playhouse was the same way...little kids could watch it and laugh and adults would wact it and laugh for entirely different reasons.

There aren't as many risque comments in CG nor anywhere near as many double entendres (that's French for "two entendres"), but you're probably right. Again.

Hey, did you hear that Wednesday is Scrap Yard Dogfather Day? Dwayne's finishing up a sheath he made for my Curious George FBM and I'm hoping it'll fit the Dogfather as well.

I just want my one Dog Father!

Me too - along with an emergency back-up and LE edition!!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

The ole pair and a spare ploy...I love it!!!

Works for me !!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

HMMMM. I hope everyone gets the DF that they want!!

My latest Chopper arrived today! And tonight I get to order a Dog Father!!!

Hi Everyone,

My name is Matt and I go by AKMatt here in the forums. I am a Bowie-holic. I will not rant, but I will tell you how I feel about my rants in later posts. I can tell you that I can quit at any time. I don't need another knife. The world hates a quitter and a snitch...don't tell and I won't quit.

I will let all of the hogs go first...right after me. I will be running with the big dogs tonight.

Cheers,

AKMatt

Who makes that one GF? I have not seen one before. I also have not seen a lawn in months. The only green thing I have seen was a science project in my fridge.

AKMatt <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />

AKMATT - It's the AK47. American Kensei 47 from Busse.

A thing of beauty

Thanks for sharing

Dan

Okay,

the question of pain...quanto?

You can PM me if it is painful. That picture was taken today? Darn, we just have snow and Ice.

AKMatt

The AKs sold for... $587, $547? Something like that, from the Busse Company store.


They don't include that sweet kydex sheath, though!!

Dang!

I just looked at the photo again and saw the cut fruit. Must have been an orange and melon stampede!!!!!

AKMatt

Oh yeah...that Kydex is sweet! Okuden...it is sturdy enough to give someone a good shalakin if you don't want to behead them! It was 587...but got mine in trade...587 is just too much to spend on a knife!

It is a shame all I had was oranges and watermelon to chop today! And some oak logs.

yes it was taken a few hours ago....I was wearing shorts and flip flops for the last 2 days....I hate this state!

What state are you in? FLip FLops...sacrilege!

AKMatt

BTW, you have been around for a while; about how many Scrapper 6 LEs were made?

Thanks

Louisiana.....Don't ever come here...unless you are going to Mardi Gras....in a week or so!

As far as the LEs....again...it is the mystery that it is.

I dug through 15 - 20 LE's before I picked out mine at Blade last June. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Lets hope there are more than that!

Okay GF,

Where in LA? And I don't mean Lower Arkansas!

AKMatt

Oh, I'm guessing much, much more than that. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> It sure was fun to have a pile of LE's if only for a moment. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

At the intesection of I-55 and I-12, directly between New Orleans and Baton Rouge. In a small town called Hammond.

Tangipahoa Parrish?

Did you get flooded during Katrina? I had a friend of mine in Slidell move about 3 weeks before the hurricane.

BTW, there are smaller towns than that in LA.

AKMatt

AKMATT - I live in s/w Missouri, four miles outside of a town of 259 - six miles west of me is a town of 52! Gravelface practically lives in a city!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> Tom

I can't believe you got Tangipahoa right then screw up Parish!!!

I got out the Army and moved back to town about 4 Days prior to Katrina! My In-Laws had a tree fall through their home....we (the wife's father and I) spent the better part of a year reconstructing it. He has 2 lazy worthless POSs, but that is a different story!

Yes there are much smaller places, but Hammond isn't a pimple compared to Slidell, New Orleans, Baton Rouge.....all the places that surround it.

Dan, what would really be a thing of beauty would be a res-C sr77 katana or wakizashi at your more down-to-earth prices! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

I agree.

Using my trusty calculator, if a FBM CG is $387, a DF CG is $140 and a AK47 is $587, a scrapper sword should cost $212.

I would buy it.

Bah! Green wood is easy. I did it with dried hardwood. Maple I believe it was. And it doesn’t look like he finished the job…I did, all the way through! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Andy that was mean! What did that poor tree ever do to you? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

The tree looked like it had already been blown over so it was not killing a healthy tree. I used my SS4 to baton through dreid hardwood boards and it barely even dulled it. All it did is scratch the coating a bit.

It blocked my path. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> That was a large limb that got snapped from an ice storm several years ago. It was too large and heavy to move by hand whole, so I thought I'd trim it a bit. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Current User Choppers......about to increase in the next few days!!!

GF you must worry your neighbours with that lot.. (Good job!)

Andy, sounds like the branch had it coming!

That's quite the lineup there Gravelface.

Only one missing is the DOG FATHER!!!!

Jason - I really hope you receive your DogFather soon - it will make you smile !!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> Tom

I think I've got it bad but being bad feels good.

I just paid for a like new Basic 9 with sheath.

I have:

EU-17 Magnum

FBM CG USC B&T

FBM LE

Battle Guard

AK-47 Aluminum Handle

On the way:

FBM CG UG SS

FBM LE

Dog Father

Basic 9

Soon:

Dog Father LE 2x

15'th aniversary SH1 4x

In the future:

Rat Mastiff

Ratweiler

And I have a couple Crash Rat's also.

What!!! No Rat Daddy?

I have only paid secondary prices on the AK, EU-17 Magnum and now the Basic 9.

Only the Eu-17 Magnum was more than a reasonable premium for an out of production knife. It's 1 of 28 and I fell in love with the handle, what can I say?

The Rat Daddy and even the old line Rat Mastiff are tempting but I'll just wait for the new Mastiff and Ratweiler and I'll pay list price.

As nice as the Rat Daddy looks (especially the LE), I can't justify it at the price they command.

i believe i am jealous <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Remember, they only command what people pay...if it seems high it won't sell....just as you raised the level of command by paying more than what you thought was resonable for the EU.

I paid 325 for my RD....not too bad, yes there are a few asking a bit more...but notice they don't sell. Put up a flag and ask around...I am sure someone has a good one they will let go for a reasonable price. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Here is the BCAA!!!

Guess what I got today!!!

So how do I join this BCAA?

Sing praise to Choppers and post some pictures of your favorite!

My favorite chopper is still in the mail!

OK. The Dog Father is a chopping machine! I just made two walking staffs with it! It's freaking awesome! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/bowdown.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/bowdown.gif" alt="" /> I bow down to the chopping power of the DOG FATHER!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/bowdown.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/bowdown.gif" alt="" /> And here are some pics.

Ooo choppy! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Am I a member now? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I'd say so! Fine bit of chopping, that!

I still haven't chopped w/ my Dogfather (shame on me, but I've been busy!)... BUT I did do this w/ my RTAK II a while back.

Diceman, you have to let us know how the 2 compare!

Oh, I shall friend, if I can ever find time to get out of town and CHOP things... Its going to be a few weeks though, sadly! It should be interesting though - the RTAK is lighter but has a thin blade, which digs in well. The DF is heavy and solid, but more wedge shaped. I'm looking forward to taking the DF out, but have seen some great results from the rest of the Dogs!

WOW! Your chopping looks alot nicer than mine. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ooo.gif" alt="" />

Your chopping was nice Bubba. This thing was laying down on its side already, makes it a little (well, a lot) easier! BUT, it was FROZEN solid!

I’m sure you’ve seen it before, but here’s one of my thick choppin’ pics too. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

EDIT: Oops. I just scrolled up and saw I already posted that pic. I forgot. No need to post it twice, so I’ll just put another (smaller diameter log) chopper pic here instead. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

I'll just assume that you used the big 'ol Swamp Rat for that, and not the little skeleton handle blade! (my ID's are still not that good, sorry)

Yup, the big one is a Battle Rat, and the small one is a 3/16” Rat Shaker. I put it there for scale. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Here’s some of a good sized log I split with my RM.

Above view


Starting out…baton used is leaning against log.


Almost done.


Annnnnnnd split.

Thats the coolest thing I've ever seen! What is that, 5 feet?

Thanks. It was about 3-5 feet long, I don’t remember exactly. I should have filmed video of it. Maybe I can do it again sometime and add it to my youtube video set. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

I'll have to check out your vids tomorrow or something. I wish I had a place where I could go do mad chopping! You'd think I would in Montana, but this part of the state might as well be part of California - its been OVERRUN!! Nothing wrong with CA, but their liberal politics don't fit well for a lot of us up here! AGain, great pix

Here's the link to them. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Thanks. I'll have a look at them.

Crash Axe vid is pretty impressive - I was going to leave a comment over there, but it keeps telling me to "confirm my email," which I do, and it says "email confirmed," and still won't let me... Anyways, nice work! Off to watch some more.

The batoning sure went fast! Great vids brother.

Thanks. The shorter ones I shot first last summer. They’re so short because that’s before I figured out how to compress the videos to another format. Those short clips were originally like 15+ megs each. Being on dialup at 44k, I didn’t want the file size much bigger than that. After I did the hawk video I figured out how to convert it to a smaller .WMV file. The hawk video was also like 15 megs, but it’s several minutes (not seconds) long. So, in the future I’ll make longer videos like the hawk video now that I know how to compress the file. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Right on. I'm definately not computer savvy by any stretch - I have a hard enough time just getting my videos from the little tape to the computer to a DVD!

Can I join? My Dog Father isn't in yet, but I got a new satin RD-9 today.

I heard a "rumor" from my sister that my parents got me a "huge knife" for my birthday, which I can only assume is going to be an RD9 b/c my dad is a Ranger fan. I'll be visiting them this weekend, so we'll see!

Well, the RD9 didn't happen - I got a spyderco sharpmaker though - definately useful. I DID, on the other hand, pick up a CGFBM and it arrived last night. Here she is w/ the DF and RTAK II:

And Andy... I'm thinking about making her a "user." We've had this discussion before... I'm going to break in the DF first though and hopefully the Mistress can just stay in the safe... But I don't know. I just put a "D Guard" on it too - just begging to go outside. She's staying in Time Out for now though.

Very nice, Bro!

Nice CGFBM!

Thanks guys! I'm scared of it. I think that the DF will stay my main "user," but I just don't know...! Since it won't chop 3 times better than the DF (probably not much better at all, honestly!) its hard for me to get past the $$ issue. It has a couple of small rub marks on it though, one on the pommel goes through the finish (from shipping!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> ), so since its no longer mint... I should just use it huh?

Go out and whack something with it. Thats what I'm doing with my FBM. I got one coming soon.

Really! What colors did you get!? I musta missed that post!

Standard black micarta. Its Tony's and bld's fault. And ebay. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/doh.gif" alt="" />

Congrats! I just sent you a PM, its kind of off topic and rambles!

The CGFBM has a very interesting feel and balance to it... like nothing else I've ever held. Not as weight forward as the DF, but it still feels very cool.

I would think that the forward weight bias of the FBM would make it a better fighter and the DF would make a better chopper. Another good thing about using the FBM as a fighter it won't get scuffed up. Worst case scenario with the FBM you drop it practicing or someones ribcage puts a big scratch in it. Of course you are more likely to use it like a breaching tool in a combat situation.

I've thought about just holding on to the FBM until I get deployed (which is bound to happen eventually) - but I don't know if the blue G10 will fly w/ the uniform - I may be able to get away with it though.

I'm hoping to get green handles on the Tank Buster if they offer them, and if it ever comes out...

Off topic anyone heard any news on the anniversary SH?

USE THAT FBM....colors afters my own!!! If you like it sitting pretty you will love it when its dirty!

Sounds like advice I got on my wedding night.

OK OK OK!!! I'll use it!

Not like I'd ever part with it anyways... no use keeping it clean. !

Just get one of those brushes H/D uses to keep his DF clean and wash the FBM along with your other cutlery <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> Hand wash only! Not dishwasher safe! In fact it would probably slice your dishwasher all to pieces.

Kraz.....I love Dead Guy Ale! There are 2 places I can get it in 2 cities near where I live.

I drank a 6'er of the Dead Guy one night along w/ a bunch of Guinness - I felt like a dead guy in the AM man... but they sure were good!

See...It's not just a clever name!

Right on! It’s more “special” when it’s customized through your own use. Like the pics you saw of my RM. It has more wear on it than any knife I have. But I like it because I earned those marks through use of it doing what I enjoy in the outdoors. Those marks are souvenirs of my outdoor adventures. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Andy... your logic is going to cost me hundreds in depreciation values... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Just kidding. I just need to find some time to get out and abuse all of this steel that I have laying around!

all the cool kids have fmb's....sniff.

I don't have one. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

you don't need one you have a falcata. and that ak thingy with the awesome sheath. i think your northstars are cooler and they deserve the awesome sheaths. yes, that's another fav sword.

Sigh. I would have cool sheaths made if I didn't have to send them away. No one has one to use as a template and I really don't want to send either one away. I'm sure as heck not sending it to Leatherface. It's his dream sword and I'd never get it back.

good thinkin. i got a couple old wallets that might make a good sheath for those things, send em here. both. i don't like em at all.

LOL, nice try. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

How did I miss this.

My name is coldone and I am fine, I don't have any problems & I can stop anytime I want!

YEAH RIGHT!!!

I'm gonna cut up my credit card after the new Scrapyard release cuz I am DOOOOOONNNNEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!

You need to buy a new knife to cut it up with! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Never done! I am starting into customs now......nice blades out there...I need something to hold me over in between choppers!

Check out Ariel's stuff!

I added another chopper to the mix!! Ranger RD9 Recurve w/ blue G10!

Dice, What can I say.............. Outstanding!!!

Thanks brother. As you can see, my choppers haven't done much chopping (other than the RTAK II) - they really need to get out to the woods and eat some trees!

It is warmer now here. When I get my DF that is exactly what I am going to do.

So where's the color coordinated RD7 fashion maven Dice? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif" alt="" />

I'll take that one in the middle off of your hands Dice, wouldn't want to clash! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

The RD7 is my tactical blade - I don't think I'd be able to get away w/ the bright blue grips in my Army costume... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

That Ranger recurve is sweet, Diceman.

Thanks Vic. I think I'm going to enjoy it.

Have you beat that FBM yet?

No - the Dogfather and RD9 are on the schedule for this weekend though. I'm doing them in shifts to avoid my wife's wrath. I'm not a good liar, and I don't think she's seen the CGFBM yet... she'll get to asking questions, the price will come up, and I'll get "cut off" if ya know what I mean. I plan on taking all of the choppers on a camping trip this summer for a Horn Dog style chop-off.

Haven't you learned the unspoken rule.....they are all 50 bucks.....you never mention the hundreds to ship them.

Good call!! I got busted doing something similar though - I got a RAT5 and RAT7 2nd on a group buy - and the [censored] price stickers were still on them. I said, "honey, these are factory rejects, and were REAL cheap" and she pulls out the RAT7 and says "SIXTY DOLLARS is REAL CHEAP huh?"

Busted! Ouch. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Yeah, she's smarter than I am...

Hi, my name is Mike and I am addicted to Bowies/Choppers.......



Here are some of my Bowies/choppers/pokers





left to right

Cold Steel Frontier Hawk
Cold steel plainsman Hawk
SKS bayonet
1944 True Temp Machete
Del Tin sax
Early/Mid 20th century german hunting knife
DF
Randall Model 12-11" Smithsonian Bowie
Cold Steel Trail Master (generation 1)
Ontario 1-18 Machete



Bors

Nice Bowies, Bors. I also have an old True Temper machete.

My dad used it when he was a kid then he gave it to me and I've been using it for about 41 years. I have used it to clear blackberries, clear trails, build forts cut trees and just general digging chopping and it's still going strong.




Bors

I love the photos Bors I love the Del Tin sax Early/Mid 20th century german hunting knife and the tomahawks as well!! Great photos!!!

Mine is a short one with a marbled plastic handle. It is about a 12" blade.

Mine is/was military issue it used to have a green plastic handle now it's a wood one I did a long time ago. I plan on putting a nicer handle on it in the future.



Bors

They seem to sharpen up well. Good steel.

I can't wait for you guys to see the primitive knife that I am having made. Thats why I like those two knives of yours Bors. Very sleek with elegant simplicty!

Primitive, like fint?

Primitve forged carbon steel. Sorry. Check out Cox Knives. He only does fur trade era. Great stuff... Was in Tactical knives and everything.

Cool. Those old Green River types?

Bowies, Daggers, patch knives. Check him out.. It is really neat!!

I'll do it now. Thanks.

Can't wait to see it

When is it going to be done?


Bors

Yep!!!!

Bors

Several things attracted me to SYK. My first exposure to SYK was the DF destructive test post and I must say it grabbed me. Tne next thing was it's simplicty no frills here just meat and potato's. Dans knives have those same qualities "Very sleek with elegant simplicty!" thats why I like them.


Bors

Same here. Dan was the first Busse I bought from. After having my jaw drop at his test pics, I needed one! After seeing how he and his brother deal with customer support... Well... Heroin would of been cheaper! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

But not nearly as fun....but you are right...I have sold things and dipped into my kids account (always paid it back with interest) The wife has gag ordered me not to use the CC for blades...so I have to sneak a purchase then sell an old one off to replace the missing money before she finds out......this is a great game...keeps life interesting!!!!

I feel ya - the game is great fun - my wife just stepped it up a notch today. She was looking at pictures on the computer and yells "DAAAAAAAAN" "ummm... yes dear?" "What is THIS a picture of? I've never seen this knife before." (My Busse CGFBM) "Oooohhhh.... hmmmmm.... Oh, THAT old thing!? Its been in the bottom of my knife drawer for a LOOOOONG TIME!!!" "well... okay."

I didn't realize that she could recognize individual knives. I thought they all looked the same to her - but I guess not! The game just got a lot more complicated!

She is becomming aware.......


Bors

Ya need to try and make them look similar! looking into getting a blue/black handle on some Ranger Knives... Should make them look a bit like the CGFBM that way. Plus I like those colors!

I got my wife a Little Bird from Justin....try to keep her happy. But she still can't tel between the Battle Rat Dog Father and Basic 9......Keep em Black Dan...it throws her off every time!!!!

Ah, the Holy Trinity of Choppers - I'll work on that next!! Good call Jason!

I broke down and got a Rat Daddy.

Well Actually a Rat Daddy LE.

When will the sickness stop?

[censored] you all for making me go through a 21 page thread just because I had tos ee the pictures. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Extensive research has established no cure for this sickness only treatment. The most widely accepted treatment is the continued procurement of sharp pointy things. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

I just ordered my wife a Little Bird from Justin too, w/ the blue/black G10 that ColdOne had him order!

Welcome to the Yard!

Welcome!!! Great pictures to be seen in all threads around here!

I like Justins table at Blade......usually has a nice selection of Blades!

Thanks! Glad to be here.

Yeah, welcome, Joe. You are now on the best knife forum there is! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Conversation is really slow tonight compared to most nights. Everyone must be drunk or passed out already. I'm going to crack a beer.

I just cracked a 24oz Icehouse - and a skunk jumped out at me! Tastes fine though... just smelled like skunk when I opened the can... hmmmm...

MMMMmmmmmmbeer. Gonna have to find some......but bad mixture with night time meds!

Welcome to the Yard Joe!

Its just your liver. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/barf.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/doh.gif" alt="" />

That's just how it smells. Icehouse, Molson, Beast Ice, etc. Bud Ice doesn't smell that way. Hmmm

I usually just drink microbrews and "good" domestic beers... but its been a pretty poor month after all of the steel I bought last month!!

Latest 2 favorite Choppers!!!!

Scrap Yard needs one! Something a bit more Norse....something thicker, something wider!!!

A bit of Scandinavian influence .....don't get me wrong...these are great and both have made me bleed, but I am talking something Roman or William Wallaceish.....

There is a local eatery that has its own microbrewery and you can order thre "sampler" set it is one of each of its 7 beers and they are enough to light you up!

Oooo…nice, you have them both. I wish Dan would make us a sword. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> There’s no way I can afford an AK.

If you're ever in Oregon GF head to the Rogue Ale Brewery. They also have a sampler that will light you up. Bring a designated driver <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

My avatar is for Rogue Ale Brewery "Dead Guy Ale". Very unique flavor almost smoky flavor, can actually find it in the grocery store once in awhile.

I've had the Dead Guy - great stuff - messed me up good!

Hmmm…ya know, all this talk about alcohol and dead guys reminded me of a story I read. I found this on Reuter’s oddly enough news page a while back, so it’s true, not some internet urban legend.


Hungary workers get shock at bottom of rum barrel
Thu May 4, 2006 9:49 AM ET

Hungarian builders who drank their way to the bottom of a huge barrel of rum while renovating a house got a nasty surprise when a pickled corpse tumbled out of the empty barrel, a police magazine website reported.

According to online magazine www.zsaru.hu, workers in Szeged in the south of Hungary tried to move the barrel after they had drained it, only to find it was surprisingly heavy and were shocked when the body of a naked man fell out.

The website said that the body of the man had been shipped back from Jamaica 20 years ago by his wife in the barrel of rum in order to avoid the cost and paperwork of an official return.

According to the website, workers said the rum in the 300-liter barrel had a "special taste" so they even decanted a few bottles of the liquor to take home.

The wife has since died and the man was buried in a proper grave.

I will go ahead and recommend anything from Sweetwater or Abita.

http://www.sourtoecocktailclub.com/


Yes, it is a real toe, no I haven't had a chance to join it yet... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Yeah, I've heard of that one too. That's just gross. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" />

Either way, I want the certificate! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
Maybe this summer or next...

I'd do it.

Sixteen men on a dead man's chest, yo ho ho and a barrel of rum! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" />

I love Dead Guy! That Save a Center stocks it! All sorts of Flavors.

Abita has a beer called Andygator and it will LIGHT YOU UP....and Abita is about 35 miles east of me....so we visit the Local Brewery occasionally!

Admiral Nelson was pickled in Rum after saving the UK and being shot by a sniper.
I can't imagine they threw that rum away either. It should not be unhealthy as what germs could live in a barrel of rum?

I like Gravelface's idea about something more Norse or european for a sword from the yard. Japanese stuff is getting played out. I have had my cheness getting worked on for 6 months now and hopefully it will be done soon.

I am really into primitive blades like the ones in Bors photo. If you get a chance to check out Neil Mckee on knifeart he does amazing work for dirt cheap.
While your there my very favorite custom maker(not cheap) Ander Hogstrom is worth a look. I plan on being buried with one of his pieces.

Unsub, good luck with your lottery numbers! And I thought Jerry was expensive.. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" />

For some reason I thought you were farther south than that. I hang around in NO and Washington Parish.