Guardians of The Lambsfoot!

Well, as promised, after waiting the agonizingly long hours until lunch time, I went to my local Post Office, waited for what seemed to be akin to eternity in the lengthy line, and finally picked up my package from Jack. I hurried home so that I could eat a quick lunch and examine the contents of aforementioned package in the comfort of my own abode.

Jack had mentioned that he was including something a bit extra in the package and I was absolutely thrilled to find some good Sheffield memorabilia and not just one, but two knives! A Joseph Rodgers & Sons Postcard with a handwritten note from Jack himself, a Bad Company Beer Mat, a Sheffield pin and keychain, and a couple of old coins.

I was certainly expecting the 2017 Guardians knife but the second was a wonderful surprise. A small lambsfoot with some stunning horn covers. They are translucent and the brass liners makes them practically glow! As some of you are probably aware, I had ordered a horn covered lambsfoot knife some time ago and it turned into a big disappointment. However, both of these knives more than meet the expectations I once had for a quality horn handled knife and my faith and enthusiasm are now restored ;).

These are beautiful knives, the horn warm and pleasant, the pins flush, the action nice and stout. The ground bolsters on the Guardians knife are beautifully done and just add some wonderful class to this knife. So thrilled was I with these knives that I couldn't decide which one to carry, so I am carrying them both, replacing the two previous occupants of my pockets.

Very nicely done, Jack. Thank you so much for all your efforts and for bringing us such a wonderful product, it is a knife to be treasured for all time and one I hope to pass on to my children and/or grandchildren if I am so blessed. And thank you for the Sheffield care package, I am so very pleased and extremely grateful.

Enough of my ramblings, must have pictures!!! I quickly discovered that Horn is a little harder to photograph, due to its glossy finish, I am not sure that I have captured the true beauty of these knives, but I gave it my best with the time that I had.

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I'm glad you got the package Dylan, and that you like the Golden Oxhorn Lambsfoot as well as the Guardians one :) Great to see them there with you, and I look forward to seeing more of them :) :thumbsup:

Dylan, ....... WOW! Those are AMAZING!

Today's Lambsfoot.
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I'm thinking about naming her Betty.

She looks better everytime you show her my friend :) :thumbsup:
 
Hoping some more of these will be arriving with their Guardians today :thumbsup:

Cheers to that! Mine has been within 100 miles of me since the 8th but is taking its sweet time getting through customs and to my local post office. Maybe today...

In the mean time, I'm enjoying seeing the ones that are starting to arrive at their destinations. :)
 

Cool pic, and thanks for the interesting read in the link, Jack. I regret not making more time to visit Old Jorvik/York, after seeing Sheffield. Ah well, next time...

Finally had a chance to spend more time on it last night and got it ground all the way to the edge. In my pocket today and ready to cut its first lunch-time apple.

Nice work, Archie, that edge grind looks good. I found my smaller Wright Ox horn Lambsfoot to work really well as a peeler and paring knife, once the edge was sorted.

Out of curiosity - is that also one of the smaller Lambsfoots, or is it one of the 'standard' medium 3" bladed versions?

Well, as promised, after waiting the agonizingly long hours until lunch time, I went to my local Post Office, waited for what seemed to be akin to eternity in the lengthy line, and finally picked up my package from Jack. I hurried home so that I could eat a quick lunch and examine the contents of aforementioned package in the comfort of my own abode.

Jack had mentioned that he was including something a bit extra in the package and I was absolutely thrilled to find some good Sheffield memorabilia and not just one, but two knives! A Joseph Rodgers & Sons Postcard with a handwritten note from Jack himself, a Bad Company Beer Mat, a Sheffield pin and keychain, and a couple of old coins.

I was certainly expecting the 2017 Guardians knife but the second was a wonderful surprise. A small lambsfoot with some stunning horn covers. They are translucent and the brass liners makes them practically glow! As some of you are probably aware, I had ordered a horn covered lambsfoot knife some time ago and it turned into a big disappointment. However, both of these knives more than meet the expectations I once had for a quality horn handled knife and my faith and enthusiasm are now restored ;).

These are beautiful knives, the horn warm and pleasant, the pins flush, the action nice and stout. The ground bolsters on the Guardians knife are beautifully done and just add some wonderful class to this knife. So thrilled was I with these knives that I couldn't decide which one to carry, so I am carrying them both, replacing the two previous occupants of my pockets.

Very nicely done, Jack. Thank you so much for all your efforts and for bringing us such a wonderful product, it is a knife to be treasured for all time and one I hope to pass on to my children and/or grandchildren if I am so blessed. And thank you for the Sheffield care package, I am so very pleased and extremely grateful.

Enough of my ramblings, must have pictures!!! I quickly discovered that Horn is a little harder to photograph, due to its glossy finish, I am not sure that I have captured the true beauty of these knives, but I gave it my best with the time that I had.

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Amazing pair you scored there, Dylan, either one of them would be exceptional in its own right. I can't decide which one I like more, either. You certainly got a double 'A' side Guardians edition, but that golden Ox horn keeps compelling me to go back and visually savour that rich amber glow and peaty black contrast in the covers.:thumbsup:

I'm glad to see such fine examples end up with a most deserving Guardian, especially after the state of that earlier horn piece. (Come to think of it, you could possibly use that one with the dried out horn covers as a project piece to put your own covers on in future, if you were so inclined. There's some good tutorials around.)

And well done Jack, a very generous and thoughtfully compiled package, as always.:thumbsup:

Today's Lambsfoot.
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I'm thinking about naming her Betty.

Another great photo, FBC.

Ha ha, I was toying around with names for a couple of my favourite Lambsfoot knives too! Every good blade should have one, I suppose, but I've only named a couple of my knives before.

Betty's lookin' good.:):cool:
 
Nice work, Archie, that edge grind looks good. I found my smaller Wright Ox horn Lambsfoot to work really well as a peeler and paring knife, once the edge was sorted.

Out of curiosity - is that also one of the smaller Lambsfoots, or is it one of the 'standard' medium 3" bladed versions?

I believe it's the standard medium size, about 3 1/2" closed...31-W.
 
Tried to go to Post Office this morning before work to pick up my package. The slip that was left on my door said it would be available after 6:00am. However, the Post Office does not open until 8:30am.... So now I must wait until my lunch break, it is safe to say that the minutes are crawling by...

Such amazing logic. Available after 6, but you can't get in:( I'm actually a fan of our postal service. They generally do a great job, but some of their rules and procedures make me tear my hair out.
 
Well, as promised, after waiting the agonizingly long hours until lunch time, I went to my local Post Office, waited for what seemed to be akin to eternity in the lengthy line, and finally picked up my package from Jack. I hurried home so that I could eat a quick lunch and examine the contents of aforementioned package in the comfort of my own abode.

Jack had mentioned that he was including something a bit extra in the package and I was absolutely thrilled to find some good Sheffield memorabilia and not just one, but two knives! A Joseph Rodgers & Sons Postcard with a handwritten note from Jack himself, a Bad Company Beer Mat, a Sheffield pin and keychain, and a couple of old coins.

I was certainly expecting the 2017 Guardians knife but the second was a wonderful surprise. A small lambsfoot with some stunning horn covers. They are translucent and the brass liners makes them practically glow! As some of you are probably aware, I had ordered a horn covered lambsfoot knife some time ago and it turned into a big disappointment. However, both of these knives more than meet the expectations I once had for a quality horn handled knife and my faith and enthusiasm are now restored ;).

These are beautiful knives, the horn warm and pleasant, the pins flush, the action nice and stout. The ground bolsters on the Guardians knife are beautifully done and just add some wonderful class to this knife. So thrilled was I with these knives that I couldn't decide which one to carry, so I am carrying them both, replacing the two previous occupants of my pockets.

Very nicely done, Jack. Thank you so much for all your efforts and for bringing us such a wonderful product, it is a knife to be treasured for all time and one I hope to pass on to my children and/or grandchildren if I am so blessed. And thank you for the Sheffield care package, I am so very pleased and extremely grateful.

Enough of my ramblings, must have pictures!!! I quickly discovered that Horn is a little harder to photograph, due to its glossy finish, I am not sure that I have captured the true beauty of these knives, but I gave it my best with the time that I had.

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Just FANTASTIC Dylan! Great photos and a nice care package from our friend! Jack Black Jack Black
 
Awesome save there, Alan! You nearly made me snort coffee out my nose at lunchtime today, laughing out loud along with your post!:D:)

I pictured a David Attenborough nature doco type scene, crossed with an action movie image of you peering out from behind your curtains at the departing postal truck, and muttering 'Oh no you DON'T!' through gritted teeth, before sprinting down the street in your socks and hanging off the back of the van Terminator style to retrieve your quarry. Then stalking back down the middle of the street like a cheetah with its prey held high for all to see...LOL!:D:p:)

And what an exceptional Lambsfoot, you got. Wow - so beautiful, and somewhat reminiscent of rams horn in it's colour patterning.:cool::thumbsup:



I think those Futurist speed lines in the covers are a result of whiplash from the high G-forces, being snatched out of the driver's hand so fast! An:Dd just ignore those strange looks from the neighbours, Alan, my friend - you're a true Guardian, no doubt!!!;):cool::D



Sheesh, you got a real beauty too, MrKnife. In fact I'd venture to say the best mark/pile side combo, so far. (I often try to look out for those knives with a more striking pile side, being a lefty, and you got a great one.) What a superb array of Lambsfoot knives you've accumulated there, my friend.:thumbsup:

I sometimes think the overall impact gets a bit diffused in large group collection photos, but your pic really features some stunning contrasts. Nice work, and congrats on a real looker!:thumbsup:

Let us see what it looks like with a bit of sunlight on it!;):cool:

Ok, I'll let you all in on a little secret of how I got mine so quickly. Let's just say the Royal Mail carrier pigeons are intercepted at the border by a friend and hand delivered at top speed, without delay!

Here's my buddy delivering my 2017 Guardians Lambsfoot.:p:D;)

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Chin; Your description of my high speed chase is even funnier than the reality! :D:D Beautiful Delivery System you have there my friend. :thumbsup:
 
Another gray, drizzle this morning. But things are supposed to change afternoon. It is supposed to full on rain:( I dont have any Lightbox to work with, so outdoor glam shots will be coming later. Just a reminder. Here's the previous Lambsfoot Jack sent me awhile back. Mark and Pile.
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After a week of compulsively checking the tracking, and seeing the package stalled out at the zip code that means it should be at the post office, but not yet delivered to my box, I finally had a spare moment to swing by and ask about it.

nice mail lady: "I'll look...hmm...I'm seeing it should be here."
me: "It's from England, if that makes a difference."
nice mail lady: "Let me see the screen grab on your phone...Oh, it's registered!"
She goes to the back room once more, and comes out with the parcel.
me: "Yay! Thank you, thank you!"

No idea on what pile they throw International Registered Mail, but apparently it isn't the one that gets delivered without an inquiry.
No matter, it's here now, and it's lovely. :D:thumbsup: After cleaning out a bit of residual buffing compound and oiling the joint, the action is smoothing out, with a strong spring. The figuring in the horn will keep me entertained for ages.

The mark side has wild, wavy streaks, and the pile side has a bold white feather. :)I only have time for a few pics that do not do it justice:guardian lambfoot front.jpg
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Great job, Jack Black Jack Black and A. Wright & Son!
 
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Cheers to that! Mine has been within 100 miles of me since the 8th but is taking its sweet time getting through customs and to my local post office. Maybe today...

In the mean time, I'm enjoying seeing the ones that are starting to arrive at their destinations. :)

Crazy! :rolleyes: Hope it gets to you soon Greg :thumbsup:

Cool pic, and thanks for the interesting read in the link, Jack. I regret not making more time to visit Old Jorvik/York, after seeing Sheffield. Ah well, next time...



Nice work, Archie, that edge grind looks good. I found my smaller Wright Ox horn Lambsfoot to work really well as a peeler and paring knife, once the edge was sorted.

Out of curiosity - is that also one of the smaller Lambsfoots, or is it one of the 'standard' medium 3" bladed versions?



Amazing pair you scored there, Dylan, either one of them would be exceptional in its own right. I can't decide which one I like more, either. You certainly got a double 'A' side Guardians edition, but that golden Ox horn keeps compelling me to go back and visually savour that rich amber glow and peaty black contrast in the covers.:thumbsup:

I'm glad to see such fine examples end up with a most deserving Guardian, especially after the state of that earlier horn piece. (Come to think of it, you could possibly use that one with the dried out horn covers as a project piece to put your own covers on in future, if you were so inclined. There's some good tutorials around.)

And well done Jack, a very generous and thoughtfully compiled package, as always.:thumbsup:



Another great photo, FBC.

Ha ha, I was toying around with names for a couple of my favourite Lambsfoot knives too! Every good blade should have one, I suppose, but I've only named a couple of my knives before.

Betty's lookin' good.:):cool:

Thanks Chin, if you ever make it over here again my friend, I'd be honoured to show you some places in York that didn't make it to Wikipedia ;) :thumbsup:

Such amazing logic. Available after 6, but you can't get in:( I'm actually a fan of our postal service. They generally do a great job, but some of their rules and procedures make me tear my hair out.

After just going to see the Bladerunner sequel, I have added sympathy for you folks who feel like you have been waiting months for something to happen! :eek: ;)

Another gray, drizzle this morning. But things are supposed to change afternoon. It is supposed to full on rain:( I dont have any Lightbox to work with, so outdoor glam shots will be coming later. Just a reminder. Here's the previous Lambsfoot Jack sent me awhile back. Mark and Pile.
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Looking good Alan, I hope Wright's can get some more of that horn :) :thumbsup:
 
After a week of compulsively checking the tracking, and seeing the package stalled out at the zip code that means it should be at the post office, but not yet delivered to my box, I finally had a spare moment to swing by and ask about it.

nice mail lady: "I'll look...hmm...I'm seeing it should be here."
me: "It's from England, if that makes a difference."
nice mail lady: "Let me see the screen grab on your phone...Oh, it's registered!"
She goes to the back room once more, and comes out with the parcel.
me: "Yay! Thank you, thank you!"

No idea what pile they throw International Registered Mail, but apparently it isn't the one that gets delivered without an inquiry.
No matter, it's here now, and it's lovely. :D:thumbsup: After cleaning out a bit of residual buffing compound and oiling the joint, the action is smoothing out, with a strong spring. The figuring in the horn will keep me entertained for ages.

The mark side has wild, wavy streaks, and the pile side has a bold white feather. :)I only have time for a few pics that do not do it justice:View attachment 779603
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Great job, Jack Black Jack Black and A. Wright & Son!
Weird!! Mine came directly to my house a day earlier than USPS tracking said. Then I talked to local PO, they told me it was "on the truck". Thus my crazy episode with our wonderful mail carrier Vicki. Your knife is beautiful r8shell r8shell . Pile side has a little larger feather than mine, which is more of an edge mark. I think it's cool that they are all somewhat different.
 
Crazy! :rolleyes: Hope it gets to you soon Greg :thumbsup:



Thanks Chin, if you ever make it over here again my friend, I'd be honoured to show you some places in York that didn't make it to Wikipedia ;) :thumbsup:



After just going to see the Bladerunner sequel, I have added sympathy for you folks who feel like you have been waiting months for something to happen! :eek: ;)



Looking good Alan, I hope Wright's can get some more of that horn :) :thumbsup:
Same here my friend. If I understand it correctly, there is a larger size also? I probably have to have one of those if I can get it, in the Carmel / black bone. It's not like I have a choice. I have to have it:D:rolleyes:
 
After a week of compulsively checking the tracking, and seeing the package stalled out at the zip code that means it should be at the post office, but not yet delivered to my box, I finally had a spare moment to swing by and ask about it.

nice mail lady: "I'll look...hmm...I'm seeing it should be here."
me: "It's from England, if that makes a difference."
nice mail lady: "Let me see the screen grab on your phone...Oh, it's registered!"
She goes to the back room once more, and comes out with the parcel.
me: "Yay! Thank you, thank you!"

No idea on what pile they throw International Registered Mail, but apparently it isn't the one that gets delivered without an inquiry.
No matter, it's here now, and it's lovely. :D:thumbsup: After cleaning out a bit of residual buffing compound and oiling the joint, the action is smoothing out, with a strong spring. The figuring in the horn will keep me entertained for ages.

The mark side has wild, wavy streaks, and the pile side has a bold white feather. :)I only have time for a few pics that do not do it justice:View attachment 779603
View attachment 779604

Great job, Jack Black Jack Black and A. Wright & Son!

I nearly missed your post r8shell (we were posting at the time time)! :eek: Glad you finally got your hands on your package though :) Very nice, look forward to seeing more of it :) :thumbsup:
 
Weird!! Mine came directly to my house a day earlier than USPS tracking said. Then I talked to local PO, they told me it was "on the truck". Thus my crazy episode with our wonderful mail carrier Vicki. Your knife is beautiful r8shell r8shell . Pile side has a little larger feather than mine, which is more of an edge mark. I think it's cool that they are all somewhat different.
It is a mystery. It actually arrived at the post office early last Friday morning. o_O
I agree, it's very cool that they are all different. :thumbsup:
I nearly missed your post r8shell (we were posting at the time time)! :eek: Glad you finally got your hands on your package though :) Very nice, look forward to seeing more of it :) :thumbsup:
Thanks, Jack! The coloring is a little warmer and richer than in these pics, I'll have to give it a better try this weekend.
 
You got a really nice set of scales on that r8shell.

I hope you enjoy it as much as I am enjoying mine (albeit a more utilitarian wooden version).
 
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