Spots

We were throwing hay yesterday, and my sister missed stepping on this lil cutie by about 8 inches. Had 9 rattles and a button, not sure how long. And yes my hat is way to high because I had a bandana tied under it to control the sweat.

Good to hear man. Glad your back on your feet

Theres a thread here. Timestepper is doing one at my place next month

The pawns are also a great idea. That building is my old mans blacksmith shop built from logs in the 70's. We use such a big saw because my dad bought it when he built my sisters log house from scratch. We also have a Husky 371 xp which is a 71cc saw making 6hp and pullong a 32" bar/ chain combo. Needless to say I grew up with delusions on what "normal" chainsaws where for farm use lol. And thanks for the woody harleson comment.

This will probably be my go to weapon of choice when the fit hits the shan and I have to escape the mall in an armored bus. Husqvarna 3120 xp 9 hp, 119 cc two stroke engine, 23 lbs without the 42" bar and chain, oil or gas. Its a handful, but I haven't found a tree it wouldn't fell yet.

Is that a zombie mating symbol? Does it mean your open for business in case of a zombie outbreak? Anyways welcome to the site. After some ribbing you'll turn into an ###hole and fit right in lol

I'm glued to the computer.......

I wouldn't put it past them.

People like that are the reason we have any kind of CC laws to begin with. What an idiot. Thats the kind of person who ends up being shot by a cop for doing something stupid that is perceived as aggressive. Like trying to assist in an arrest with his glock drawn and finger on the trigger while flashing a plastic badge.

This kinda of stuff disgust me. We raise horses and cattle, along with pigs, goats, ponies, and a plethora of other animals. Never once have I felt the need to use physical pain to make one do what I wanted. People who do this kind of stuff are among the dregs of society, they are the kind of people who in a different life could have been serial killers or child molesters. To them its all about having power over something thats weaker then them. I hope a lot of people go to jail for this......

Here, no. But since I'm going back into the military soon anyways, I can EDC it in many fun places lol.

Just thought of another one I'd love to have for EDC. Way to rich for my blood, but maybe someday I can afford one with a 5.5" tanto blade http://www.darrelralph.com/axdarchives.php

I'm currently trying to build something along the lines of this, and if I can't hammer out the lines I want, I'll just buy it I guess http://www.bladesmith.com/gentmans.htm And I want a tip up, back carry sheath for it, haven't decided if this is a project I wanna take on yet. http://www.sunrisecustomknives.com/sheaths/adjshoulderharness/adjshoulderharness.php

Im sorry to hear that man. I hope you start feeling better soon. I'm looking forward to sitting around the camp fire sipping coffee and telling stories and swapping info and ideas.

Welcome welcome

I can come up with the eye-bolts and rope. Should have it down in the garage actually. Do you think you can do friday night and camp, or is a one day better for you? I plan to camp either way. Also, can you post and/or send me a couple pics of that knife your throwing, maybe with a tape measure in the pic for reference. I'd like to make a couple of cheap, "beaters" to throw at the skills camp.

Welcome, welcome

Timestepper, I can provide a suitable target I believe. Will a large section of log a few inches thick work? If so, then I have a target for us to use. I would love to learn to throw, so that would be awesome.

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For all those who said they were interested, I talked to my dad tonight about doing a knife making class. We will be doing it July 14th, 2012. That should give everyone plenty of time to clear their schedule for the event. Please note, blacksmithing in the middle of summer it is gonna be hot so make sure to drink plenty of fluids. We will be making a complete bowie/camp knife, but to do so we need to start early. A lot of the knife making process is in the final tempering of the edge, which requires it to cool to room temp. to do correctly, which can take a couple of hours, but should really be overnight. For the sake of the class, we will do the best we can with the time we have. Please post up if your coming, we have a small shop, but if several want to make the trip, we will be as accommodating as possible for everyone. Also please post if you want to just observe, or if your willing to help swing the hammer and hold the steel. We will be meeting at the Food City in Oliver Springs for the drive to my parents place, which is around 20 min away in the backwoods. If needed or wanted I'll be opening my home to those with a long drive so that we can start early saturday morning, without you guys having to drive 3 hours in the very early morning. I have an extra bed, 2 couches and at least one air mattress, plus plenty of space if you have your own air mattress. The list is a recommendation, not a set of rules. Please understand we are not a professional shop, just interested amateurs with a large interest, and a home shop. The list is recommended, but you are responsible for your own safety, so wear what you want. If you wish to stay with my friday night, please pm for my address and let me know around what time you plan to arrive friday night. We will meet at the Hardees in Oliver Springs, eat breakfast there, and then head to the shop. Meeting time is 7:30 am, and meeting address will be 528 East Tri County Boulevard Oliver Springs, TN 37840. My contact info for any questions. PM me here Text me at 850-776-8205 I dont answer strange numbers alot, so text is best Email me at spots.duncan@gmail.com List of things to bring/wear - Safety glasses - Long sleeves - Long pants - Boots, or leather shoes - Bag lunch and supper (No food on site, we will eat breakfast in Oliver Springs) - Cash for breakfast Also, there is another thing to discuss. We have two options on the knife. We can make it, and my old man can keep it, OR at the beginning of the day, we can put everyones name into a bowl that will be helping with the project. After it is finished, we draw names, and whoever has their name drawn takes the knife home with them. Please vote on what you want. Also please understand we are backwoods blacksmiths, our focus is more on useful and function, than good looks. We are trying to give everyone a basis on starting equipment and skills. Below are pictures of several small one day knives we have made for fun. Nice stuff is very possible with more time.

Give me a date you'll be in country? Deployed military or buisness?

The drives not an issue, but the equipment isnt portable. The forge alone we use weighs 1500+ lbs, not to mention the coal and coke for fuel, anvil, hammers, tongs, and 10k other things. Sorry guys. If the first one goes well, then we can do a few more and hopefully more people can make it from out of town. I dont know any knifemakers out there personally, but if you google a local blacksmith shop, a lot of them will help you out and show you the ropes

Timestepper has graciously agreed to once again try to have a skills get together. This time we will be using my place to do it. I'll be adding a few things I've learned in the military, and everyone is invited to bring their skillset to the table, as well as come and learn some new skills along side everyone else. I'll be camping by the creek the night before, and invite any and everyone else to do the same if they would like too. My address is 225 George Jones Road Oliver Springs, TN 37840. Camping on site friday night is encouraged, I'll be cooking a campfire supper that night, and there is fishing in the creek and lies to be told. Please let us know if your coming out for this. The date is June 29th, and 30th.

Whatever it cost you to drive here, and bring a sack lunch. This isn't a way to make money by any means for me and my dad. We just wanna see other people get into it, and learn a lil about the old ways. If theres enough interest (3 or more people besides me and him would be plenty) I'll discuss dates with him and have a vote for the best date.