Been around here a few years but never realized Karl was posting on here.  These are a few knives my dad and I purchased from Karl some 5-6 years ago.  We were to take the on a moose hunt to Alaska, but when they arrived...they instantly became safe queens.  We slummed it instead taking a couple of Randalls.  Note:  this is my first try at posting photos so bear with me.

 

I remember those knives very, very well!
These are a perfect example of how I was making take-down knives before the "mainstream" knife world even knew what they were.
I remember how you guys bought them to use on that hunt.
Make sure to take them apart from time to time and keep them oiled up!

That's a very nice pair, wish mine look that good.
Dana

Those are really nice Karl. I seem to remember seeing them, but it's always good to get a look at something like these. Lin

Brian, Those are exceptional!  Love the style.

Karl, I know you schooled with Mr. Fowler, and can certainly see the influence in those two knives.  I have really come to appreciate that style, as well as how you have developed your own style.  Your work is very recognizable>

Steve
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Potomac Forge

Karl,

Could you promise me that they will go back together with the same fit and finish as they arrived?  I know you told us to take them apart but thought different.  I would hate to screw things up by taking them part.  Plus our 01 carbon Randalls don't seem to spot up in the safes so I thought they would be fine.

Folks,

Not sure how my dad found Karl several years ago but we took a chance and ordered these not really knowing what to expect.  We were looking for a couple of hunters to take on a moose hunt... he's getting up there and age and there probably wasn't going to be too many more opportunities like that.    We've collected Randalls, Bose folders, Treemans, etc and many other custom makers here and there...and these two knives blew us away upon arrival...just the wooden shipping case had me shocked.  Anyways, if there is anyone looking for a true custom to carve some memories with, you cannot go wrong with a knife from Karl.  I can't attest to blade quality and the ability to hold and edge, though I think they'll do just fine...but I can attest to a high level of drool factor once in hand.

Brian

To be honest, they should have been taken apart frequently to ensure nothing is going on where you can't see.
And to keep things oiled and protected.
That's one of the purposes of the take-down assembly.
Keep track of where the pins came from and get them back in the same holes.
I've refined my process over the years, but just put things back the same way they came apart and you will be alright.

Brian, as beautiful as they are, Go out and use them. They will be worth more to you with the many memories they will give you especially if you make the memories with your dad. Then they will be priceless.

Karl,

I really like the gentle downward sweep to the top edge of those blades...really nice.

Can you post a picture or two of them taken down?  I've not seen that style before.

Excellent knives.

Karl,

You'll be relieved to know that I took both apart and all are in excellent shape...no rust or spotting.  I will take some pics this weekend and post for folks to see.  I was never concerned but understood your concern.

Brian

Thanks, Brian! That's great news, and I'm glad you now know how they do - what they do.