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in reply to: The Trad Knife Thread #37545

I never thought my little French penknife would generate such nice comments, especially among the high quality and home crafted blades here! I love the antler handles guys – gives such an individual and traditional look to each blade.

[Wexbow]

in reply to: The Trad Knife Thread #36326

Coincidentally I just picked up an Opinel No.7 today for my whittling projects – not quite a trad blade but a lovely little folding knife all the same. I like the high carbon blade that sharpens nicely and is ideal for delicate carving. My hunting knife is just too cumbersome and utilitarian for wood working.

[Wexbow]

in reply to: New Robertson on the Way… #36311

😯 no words necessary but it is stunning 😯

[Wexbow]

in reply to: Winter Range #33812

Shag, I just hope nobody inadvertently steps out of those patio doors mid shot 😯 😉

I’m similar to you, it’s rarely too cold here but the rain never ends. I’ll post some pics soon…

[Wexbow]

in reply to: Couch Quiver #33803

Nice to be able to provide a personal quiver to the kids, that’s true tradition!

[Wexbow]

in reply to: Smithhammer in print!!! #32708

BTW I wasn’t deriding Bruce’s writing, I just wanted to let him know I spotted his review. My Irish humour is not only spelled differently it sometimes gets lost in translation 😉

[Wexbow]

in reply to: American Leathers #32700

Keep us posted and give us your opinion once you’ve broken it in.

[Wexbow]

in reply to: witch is beter #32691

tradhunter1 wrote: Wow, 1st post and they pounce:wink:

Sorry bullseye, but here in Ireland a little jibe is in fact a warm welcome, i.e. you’re part of the gang 😀

[Wexbow]

in reply to: Couch Quiver #32686

Hey no couch potato, nice work!

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in reply to: DVD ideas??? #31620

Zano wrote: In my dream world, I’d love to trade places with him… except for the being “alone” part. Nothing better than sharing life with than a wonderful wife… and mine after 38 years fits that bill. 😉

I agree Zano and congratulations on your 38 years together 😀

[Wexbow]

in reply to: witch is beter #31617

I prefer wizards… 😛

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in reply to: Glove vs. tab #30563

Learned with a tab three-under. Then started shooting split finger and found the tab would sometimes pinch the nock (I’ve a 31″ draw). I’ve recently tried a glove and liked two things in particular – the nock pinch doesn’t happen and the anchor is fantastic with the middle finger really hooking into the corner of my mouth. But I do think a tab gives a slightly cleaner release and I’m still working on my glove release to get all three fingers cleanly away.

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in reply to: DVD ideas??? #30538

Thanks guys. I’ve picked up Lettin’ Loose and 700 Miles based on your recommendations. Looking forward to watching those. I also got Mike Mitten’s book One with the Wilderness and a couple of other “lesser” dvd titles. These were bought with a 3Rivers voucher so I’ll look into the PBS documentary separately.

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in reply to: Is Ash OK ? #30510

This is what we use ash for over here – hurleys:

A very flexible wood as you can see!

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in reply to: Silencers #24985

And I can confirm it really works. I moved my silencers from the generally recommended position to the heterodyne position and noticed a further reduction in sound.

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