TEST Team Note

Test Team A.K.A. Regulator Dogs:

When providing your feedback by Private Message, please make sure you send it to me and cc Renee or send to Renee and copy me or just send it to both of us...no one else <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />

Renee is actually collating all the feedback for my reference

Now get busy with it and send in that feedback. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> I already appreciate what has been sent in...very insightful <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Thanks again for playing an important role in our knife development

Dan

dan
how many dogs are on the test team roughly?

Sweet! I can't wait to see the Regulator in the store!

Best news I have heard in awhile, make it two Dan!

I'm DEFINITELY in for one -- or more! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Regulator, Waki, Killa Zilla......I'm going to be broke for the next two years <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/banghead.gif" alt="" />

I think that, at this point in the thread, I am +3 <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Been doing a little test team work. This dog needs a break!

You and me both. But, we will be the cool kids in Oklahoma with the cool toys <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

BAH!

Regulator (x2), Killa Zilla, NMSFNO, Vex, High Street (x2), SOD, and a Mud Puppy.... and that was just one weekend <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/doh.gif" alt="" />

The scary thing is, I came NOWHERE NEAR the amount of purchasing some of the HOGS were doing. Those guys were buying knives so fast MY credit cards started to smoke.

Maybe so but I think you will carry that funny little smile around that no one else really understands

Great scores

Dan

Ah, Blade was great. Wish I coulda met you though! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />

I know, I stood at the tough in awe.

I think we actually might have had a brief conversation at the trough, peezy, but I didn't have my forum name on my tag so you would have had no idea it was me.

Ah! You should have been like... P-easy! You sonuva Bi***... and I would have been like whoa.


Next year man. Be there! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I met both of you <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Great guys both of you. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

lucky dogs!!!!!

So, the test team has been testing for a little while now. Since none of you tsters can talk at this time, can Dan maybe chime in and let us non-test-teamers have some insight into how things are going for the Regulator in terms of feedback? Something maybe a little more than "good". (I know I am setting myself up on this one...)

Yep...everything in time

I can tell you the testers are busy and in some cases not quite right in their methods <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/banghead.gif" alt="" />

The feedback is exactly what I was after. The testing continues

Dan

I've not done anything too extravagant with my Regulator, but I'd like to think I put it through the paces of how *I* would use a knife that size.

Can't wait until I can share the results, as I've got lots to say about the knife.... guess you will all have to wait six months <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

I will D-test one against all the pine beetle lumber I can find, and Rocky Mountain rocks. I will flog it until my arms fall off. C'mon coach, let me in! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Thanks for the update, Dan! As you can tell, we are all looking forward to this one.

Anyone cut a car door in half yet Dan? Inquiring minds need to know! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

I just realized I have a broken microwave that I'm supposed to be putting out with the trash tonight.... hmmmmmmmm....

Just one thing about the "Regulator" I hate. It sounds so......so......government-like. When I think of regulators, I think of some really evil people who think they need to tell everybody else how to live.

I think of these guys...



REGULATORS... MOUNT UP!

You had me going, HD. I thought that you were about to spill the beans on some testing result. But, no! You went all critical on the name <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Yeah, when I think regulator, I picture the movie scene, too.

Oh, I recognize those guys. One was in Repo Man, one was in The Heathers, one was in Route 666, and one was on "24". <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

LOL but not too funny...make sure you include that with your other feedback...nothing is off limits for the testers <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Dan

Well, if one of the testers can add this note for me...I wish the top grind didn't go so far up the blade. I can always make it that way if I wanted but I can't put that steel back.

The Heathers? HD, you have some explaining to do.

Yes, spill the beans.

I like dark comedy.

The Regulator is really growing on me, I am going to try to hold off but I really think thats not going to do much good.

Boots - if you like Bowies - and I see that you do from the other post - you WILL want a Regulator Bowie. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> It's SWEEEEET!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

My only concern is whether or not I'll have any money to buy a Regulator after paying for the S5 CGs, S5 LEs, Wakis, and, maybe, one of the killa zillas, when/if they become available.

The Busse family is determined to make me into the best outfitted bum on the street! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

+1 on the S5CG and maybe the S5LE, but only if it's in INFI.

I threw out an old microwave with an aluminum case recently... I was very tempted to give it a test, but unfortunately, I only thought of the idea after I had put the trash out for pickup <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/doh.gif" alt="" />

Too bad, I was looking forward to seeing how that turned out.

Will test in hostile foreign lands on many different..."materials". For a small donation of course.

I was on the original "HEADHUNTERS" team in nam....we didn't get that name for nothing.... To receive "credit" for a kill , you had to produce 1 of 3 items....documents...weapons...or "parts". This was the problem, if all that was left was ..say a left ear... my CO wouldn't count that as a kill. So a dufflebag full of heads got his attention..and our unit name. We were THE scariest unit to the enemy. We had heads on pole surrounding our hooch area. The smell was....pungent to say the least. We fought on the enemies level...and lower(more). Won't send photos...but my knives were my weapons of choice. Tools of the trade , weapons of war , sinse the beginning of time , knive are our most primitive tool.

1st Squadron 9th Cav Regt, 1st Cav Div?

Ya...remind me to never piss you off... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ooo.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/paperbag.gif" alt="" />

Hey HD....Thats the "CAV" unit...AirMoble. We were the Ranger unit that worked the "trail" from Udon into Laos/Cambodia 74/75. We did call in ARClight missions , did PSYOPS , Tag&Bag missions. We recovered down pilots ,recovered remains of U.S. personnel , POW rescue and worked with the Nung and Ravens. Some of our missions are still classified. I will be writing a book, if GOV'T gives me waivers on details. If not..we'll change the names to protect the "Innocent".

Gonna autograph copies for the Yard? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Richard

The regulator can and will penetrate almost anything I'm sure...but light in the hand??? I prefer a steel guard and less Resporine on the grip. Would love to have a "Tanto Mudder Regulator"..til then , the SoD will do.

Archangel: If (make that WHEN) you wright your book, please please please let us here know. It's one thing to occupy one's mind with fictional trivia, quite another to fill it with fact! I spent 20 years in the Air Force, never went to war, but DID get involved in some scarry (international reprecussions) stuff working at the 5AF CAF in japan. And as YOU know all to well, the truth can be unbelievable. Thank you for your willingness to BE THERE AND DO THAT. Freedoms always come with a price, unfortunately many never take the time to realize that. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/bowdown.gif" alt="" />

Light in the hand is more a question of balance than actual weight. The M9LE, despite being a longer knife with more steel, feels lighter in the hand than an NMSFNO, for example.

I can't wait to get my hands on one.

Different strokes for different folks! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

There isn't a whole lot the Test Team can tell us about the Regulator except whether they like the knife or not. We already know it can chop concrete blocks, and dig out wood with the point. And those who have handled it like the feel of it. It's a nice Bowie. I can tell you that. Some don't care for the flex in the quillion, but I think it does its job of keeping one's fingers off the edge. Personally, I just don't have a single suggested change for Dan on this one. BTW: the famed SOG Bowie is about as thick.

I served in the 56th Special Ops Wing up the road at Nakhon Phanom in 67 and 68. I am sure you are familiar with our operations and worked with some of our folks. We did a lot of "work" on Uncle Ho's trail. MLT 3 "Heavy Hook" SOG operated from our base.

Information should be flowing come December! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

I might have an extra one available in December, Bruce <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Keep the Faith Brothers! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

+1

Dan

I am keeping the faith! I want one.

If they make any changes before putting them into production, I fear I might have to buy another. Probably my favorite scrap yard knife at the moment, and very possibly the top of the list for ALL bussekin knives <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" />

I meant top of my list of favorite knives... Not best all around or most practical or most efficient chopper, just my favorite - that's not just a question of performance but the way the knife looks and feels. The sar4 might be a great performer but I know just looking at it that it doesn't speak to me

I handled a LOT of various busse models at BLADE and not one of them put a grin on my face like the regulator did when I picked it up.

Please TEST faster.
The rest of us want to play too.

Not even the waki.. Or the zilla... Or the Moab... Or the nmfbm.


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Yes yes please. Ok here is the deal, test through the summer make a few up and ship to Blade West so I can buy one there (throw us in the NW a bone). Then release to the Yard so I can buy more. I like the looks of this blade. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crossfingers.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crossfingers.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Actually not so much - most of the other knives that are near the top of that list aren't really bowies. Just this one particular Bowie that I like so much.

Some other contenders, off the top of my head...

BM-E
Uncle Mojo / Mofo
M9LE
Battle Rat
Camp Tramp

I haven't handled any of those except the M9LE, but from the appearance and reports I've read on their feel in hand and performance, I am drawn to those blades a LOT - they can't OFFICIALLY take a place on that list until I've gotten my grubby little hands on them, but those are some blades I really really dig.

The Regulator I HAVE handled, and I suspect its place will remain near the top of that list for quite some time. Especially considering the cost of some of those others on the second hand market <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

The Bowie , whether Regulator....or other/most Busse Family of blades incorporate the basic spirit of the American Bowie fighting knife...While some models are better for military or "fighting" than others...the style is still present and accounted for. Overall , other mgf's bowie designs(which I have not been a fan of)...have left a durability/strength issue for me when I deployed their use for various tasks...until Busse/SwampRat/ and the ScrapYard were produced. In my "circle" of brothers , we used KaBar,Gerber , Buck , Randall...and others which we found lacked...durability , dependability and overall strength to hold up under our expectations.!!! Now not to say they couldn't cut....they just couldn't hold up. Some of us REALLY USED our blades...so broken tips , edges ,hilts and handles don't CUT it...hence the search , not just for a PERFECT knife , just a good , useful tool that would perform and hold up...when we stake our lives on our tools. The Busse Family of blades WILL do that. So I will bet MY life and ALL that depend on me , on my ScrapYards.

There are Times(night,storms..)...Places(the Jungle, mountains,etc..) and Things(my Knife,poncho liner,bible, etc) that bring a certain comfort to me. My knife gives me most confidence and comfort for the most part....and my DF,DM and SoD , will make that a done deal.

MiniMojo.....best cutter I have...

Ya know, the more I think about it being differentially tempered, the more I want to strip the coating... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/doh.gif" alt="" />

Agreed! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ooo.gif" alt="" />

One SY Regulator in all green and one black blade / blaze orange handle please.

MAN, I hope these things hit the site soon.

It kinda makes your brain itch and your hair hurt just thinking about waiting for these things.

I (of course) WAY prefer satin blades anyway. I do thank Dan for bringing us "most" knives with a satin option.

Unfortunately, historically there have been VERY FEW satin SR-101 blades - whether differentially heat treated or not.

The M9LE was one of the first in MANY years.

I WISH they always provided satin options (at reasonable up-charges), but historically, they have not - especially in SR-101.


Anyway, as much as satin looks WAY nicer to me just in general, Differentially heat-treated SR-101 is a BIG extra bonus in looks!!!




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.

..... However, it seems most military people seem to prefer coated blades. So,..... ???????

.

The times I've honestly put either SR101 , or SR77 to the "fire" , they have BOTH did OUTSTANDING in performance , durability and execution. I do know that I've sharpened very little on the SR101....and used it heavily. My SR77 has withstood every task and I've touched it up more frequently. Given all scenarios, the SoD would be my general combat/utlity/survival blade.

The DF would be my choice over the Regulator...tried by fire...lots of fire.

Test Team...who ever you maybe....God Bless you. Thanks for the hard work and evaluation you'll be giving....What a JOB. Lucky bas#ids

KnifeGuy what knife is that?

I would beat the snot out of that thing if I could!

Have fun fellas! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/bowdown.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Swamp Rat Desert Jack. You can read more about it on Swamp Shack, link on my sig.

Thanks again Andy.

Andy has all of the fun toys.

VERY nice AW. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Good for Andy. And I mean it. lol

Now, I'm GOING TO beat the snot out of this thing!

Yes! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/bowdown.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/bowdown.gif" alt="" />

Well, I don't have a Desert Jack. I had a chance at one for a good price, but passed it up for a RMD instead. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> Little did I know I'd later find a G10 RMD w/ Armorall sheath for $150 shipped...

If you run across another one at that price let me know.

So true!

There was some question from the guys who picked theirs up at Blade what the wording of the non-disclosure was. Here's the wording from what was emailed to me...

"I agree to not sell, trade or put any pictures or reviews, either on the forums or in private e-mails, of any of the Scrap Yard Regulator Bowie Test Team Edition blades for a period of 6 months from the time of purchase. All reviews are to be sent directly to Scrap Yard by email to patti@scrapyardknives.com and renee@scrapyardknives.com respectively."

That should clear it up.

I've been marveling at how far Scrap Yard has come while still staying true to its roots in the last few posts, so why stop now?

Back in the day, I commented that the Blue Grass Bowie (V72) from Busse (http://homepage.mac.com/zombiekiller/badmojo/variants2.html) was really sweet on a wishlist post or something. What a joy to come back to probably the greatest knife design IMO from Scrap Yard since the Dogfather. Looks even better than the dream V72!

I'm super pumped about the Regulator and cannot wait for this to be released, so people, PLEASE, don't buy 'em all up when it comes out before I can snag one! I look forward to hearing more about it when the public commenting floodgates open... or if there are any leaks, cough cough <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/loopy.gif" alt="" />

By the way, for the Test Team (and any other interested party), how would a black on black, non-logo'd Regulator be as a companion to the Dogfather? Would they ever be carried together in your opinion?

Or does one having a logo and the other not having a logo not really bother anyone else? (Probably my only gripe with the Dogfather-- the Scrap Yard logo is so good that it would've been perfect had it been applied)

I plan to purchase all of them. I have my Scrap Yard Knife Sniper all set up to buy everything.

J/K
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IMO the DJ is one of the grail knives <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />. But- so is the RMD. $150.00 shipped w/ pants is excellent Andy <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ooo.gif" alt="" /> !! For those of you that have never held an RMD or a DJ- by all maens grab one if you ever get the chance <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> You won't be disappointed <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

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

is it illegal to ask how to become part of the test team... O_o
id like to do it and was wondering what the steps were.

...or was the test team created strictly for the regulator....

The Test Team is for the Regulator by Scrap Yard and a kukri by Busse Combat. Best I can tell all you had to do was purchase one at the time they were offered and sign an agreement (which has been stated in this thread). The purchase window has passed so no new test teamers can be added.

That sucks too. I would have bought more.

Haven't the guys who bought the Regs at the Blade East show gone beyond the agreement date already or did they sign a longer agreement?
I'm only asking because if any of them had a mint condition green Reg I'd buy it once they were allowed to sell it. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Then again I can't imagine anyone ever wanting to get rid of one.

The agreement was six months - that puts Blade East purchasers at six months right around December. I have a minty fresh regulator but am not sure I want to let it go. I guess it depends on what changes, if any, they make with the release version... and whether the release version is available in Bama Clay <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Same here. [censored], I should have gotten two of the same color so I wouldn't care about letting one or the other go.

I haven't used mine yet, but plan on it sometime. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/sad.gif" alt="" />

I only got the one, and plan on using it. I've carried it on a couple hikes but never needed to use it and the folks I went hiking with weren't down with sitting around while I beat on the thing. I haven't had an opportunity to put it through it's paces, and that's my own fault. I'm not worried about the Scrap Yard team not getting my notes, I'm sure what my limisted experience has to say is not going to be very helpful anyway. I was just excited for the opportunity to get a pretty sweet new blade.

Can I ask why "December"?

Ah! Right. Well, like i said, I like this blade, and I'm not planning on getting rid of it. But you're right, I should get out there and see what this boy can do. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

December is six months from the initial release at BLADE Atlanta, so that's when the first group of "test team" members' agreements will be expiring.


I sent my report in to Dan I think less than a month after getting the knife. I've used it since then but my initial impressions haven't changed.


I've actually had such a constant rotation of new steel coming in that I've not used the regulator as much as I would have liked to. I really dig the knife but I think the fact that I'm not allowed to show pictures has kept me from taking it along as much as I would otherwise. But since getting the Regulator, including stuff I got at the same time at BLADE, in "large knife" sizes, I've gotten a SoD, NMSFNO, Killa Zilla, Desert Dogfather, Mr. Mojo, and the FSH... all of those have gotten their turns to be taken out and used. And now with the possibility of trying to snag a SAR8 and a Bushwhacker, who knows when the regulator will be going out again...



This stuff is addicting <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/banghead.gif" alt="" /> I need to camp more often <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Oh! Twist that unused Reg a little deeper, why don't ya! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Exactly. I signed an agreement to use it and I have a little. You will have to wait and hear my impressions until December. Or do I hve to wait a little longer since mine was on the second group?

I put mine through quite a few tests. I still have the pictures and narrative. I'll be glad to share it with the yard as soon as Dan says its OK.

Yes, it was all sent to Renee back in August. Due to the number of pictures and size of the narrative I had to send it in 5 parts but Renee sent me a comfirmation that she got it all.

Great book Bruce <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />- and " yes" I am still testing and will be sending my thoughts around Thanksgiving. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Don't forget, all unused / untested Regulators should be sent to my personal P.O. Box. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I think there is are people who can attest to my use of the Regulator. I have sent my review in, and I hope it helps. This is my first real review and I hope the way I submitted it works.

Wish I could tell you if I liked it or not.

I believe it goes without saying, at least for the majority of folks in here, that if it is pointy, sharp and built by Scrap Yard then we will like it. Even if improvements are suggested by the test team, it's still a Scrap Yard knife. Nothing wrong with stating the obvious.
All I'm saying is I like SY Knives. Yay. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

But no specific comment as far as the Regulator goes.

I've got to start over again.
My hard drive packed it in on my laptop and I lost all my pics and the report I was doing.
I didn't use it until my hunting trip last month
Boy I am pi$$ed third hard drive is now in my computer in the last year and half. Only good part was it [email]cr@pped[/email] out a week before the warranty expired

That sucks.
Sounds like my Toshiba. I finally sent it in for recycling.
I could've had a $500.00 knife instead. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Oh man, you should have sold it on eBay for parts! I did that with mine, and got like $150 for it.

it has been weird, not being able to post my thougths. I don't have much to say but I should share it with patty and renee. I will need to get around to it.

I should have just bought a $750 deck of cards

Computers are supposed to get pretty cheap as the Holidays approach this year! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Orange handled Halloween Edition Regulator? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

R1 - you forgot to add - 10" Regulator! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

What brand/model was it, so's I don't buy the same?!

"Orange handled Halloween Edition Regulator?"

I say H&)) yes on the orange handle!!!!!!!!!!

It's a gateway MT6074, we bought my youngest daughter an hp about 6 months after mine and touch wood she hasn't had a seconds worth of problems

The best performing and longest lasting laptop I've ever owned is an Acer.
They're cheap too. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

*cough* macbook *cough*

And for all of the old hippies out there...

We bought my other daughter an acer netbook for university in February and she loves it

Have you seen this one? Gold plated with diamond logo. Bling!

I will have to run right out to buy one! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> NOT!!!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Now that it just wrong on so many different levels <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

You're right - I feel SO guilty! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

NOT you that bling

Well, I have been known to be wrong on different levels too! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Yeah, nothing depreciates like electronics! Especially computers! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/doh.gif" alt="" />

I love both orange and blue and would have a tough time choosing between the two. Would be great for a double fisted Gator fan.

I like the idea of a hi-vis handle as an option for any outdoor knife

I am kinda liking the orange and blue. What is happening to me>>>>>>

You have the addiction BAD!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I'd still like to get a green one one of these days.

The green one IS nice! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

+100 that is the color that drew me to this blade, unfortunately the second test team didn't get this color option. I really really really really hope this is offered as a production option. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crossfingers.gif" alt="" />

I guess the green was the non-black one from BLADE? (color blind)

If so, I'll trade you my green one if you want it, Seth... although I can't guarantee what condition it will be in <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />


I made the dumb mistake of keeping the black mint and beating on the other.

That may be a deal, I can't guarantee the condition of my black/tan Regulator either. Renee did say something about me sending it back if I wanted <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> We need to talk after 6months.

I can't wait to see what gets posted after the 6 months are up or for when the next gen. Regs to come out.
That would be too cool if the green handle was an option. I know I'd get at least one. If there's any sort of a discount, maybe a couple. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

I am suppose to be picking up a leather sheath for mine on Monday.
Wednesday I am leaving in the afternoon to go on a 4 day hunting trip.
Want to take it with me and if I have time around camp to do some more "testing"

I'd like to see some videos come out of all of this.

I wonder if anyone had planned on sending one over to knife tests after the wait period is up. It would be funny as hell watching his beat on it with a 3 lb. hammer for a few days. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Ok, I really would like the paisley one. OOOOOooops, I meant Blue.













What is your favorite color? Blue. ...NO yel......

"Answer me these questions three..." <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Too funny.

orange Res-C would make me EXTREMELY happy! esp for a camp knife!

the yard is clammering non stop for some orange C. Pretty please?

Regulator "Blaze Edition". Black with Orange Res-C. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

i like the sound of that.

I'd be willing to buy an orange Reg. handle and install it myself.

There literally isn't a knife in orange black that I can live without. I'm looking to sell a kidney for the Bushwacker Mistress. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Yeah,I sold my 9mm to get a BWM(pumpkin/tanker gray)can't wait to get that babby. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Now THAT'S desire and dedication! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

The BWM would do more damage than a 9mm at close range anyway. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Recon, I do agree!

Hopefully it wasn't a good 9mm.

Or better yet, I hope it was a good trade.

I am a newbie here! How does the test team work?

Dan released a trial blade and in return for getting to it first, the test team agreed to be mum about it and provide feedback only to SY. the quiet period ended recently, hence lots of chatter.

I'd like to be on a Scrap Yard Test team but I'd likely get too excited about the knife and share info I shouldn't

Patience is a virtue,

Patients are a bunch of shot up sheeple.

See you just can't slip anything past Andy. He has an answer for everything

Is there any word out on what the next test team project will be? I would like to take part.

I havn't heard of anything yet

so how do you become infvoled with the test team projects?

Keep an eye out on the forum and watch for the announcement. I believe you also have to already own Busse steel to be considered.

has anyone seen any video of regulator testing?

I know P-Easy has a video review, but he might not have video'd the Reg in use.

I think it's best to wait until Dan is back on-line before we let this thread disappear. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />