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Australian Blade Forums

Welcome to the Australian Blade Forums.

  1. Forum Rules Threads / Posts  Last Post

    This area contains the forum rules and also the rules for the Exchange. Failing to read, and keep up to date with these rules will not be an excuse if you do something wrong. Read BEFORE posting.

    1. General Forum Rules

      General rules for the forum. Very definitely read these.

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      1. gelandangan,
      2. wave man

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    2. Rules for the Exchange Forums

      Specific rules for using the Exchange areas of the forum. Read these BEFORE you post anything.

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      1. gelandangan,
      2. wave man

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  2. New To The Forum? Threads / Posts  Last Post

    If you have just joined up, this is where you can say G'day and tell us a bit about yourself if you wish.

    1. Front Door

      Here new users can introduce themselves and learn a bit about existing members. Start a topic and say G'day. This area is NOT for general discussion.

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      1. BSG,
      2. gelandangan,
      3. wave man

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    2. Stuff You Should Probably Read

      Useful information for newcomers and old timers alike. This forum contains various topics that will tell you how the forum works, what's available and any interesting things that might be going on from time to time.

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      1. gelandangan,
      2. wave man

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  3. Technical Stuff Threads / Posts  Last Post

    1. Forum Feedback and Support

      Here you can post your suggestions or questions about the forum and its operation. This is NOT a general chat area.

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      1. gelandangan,
      2. wave man,
      3. BSG

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      • Threads: 157
      • Posts: 1,391

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  4. The Gallery Threads / Posts  Last Post

    1. Knife Makers

      This section is for knife makers to display their creations. If you have made it, show it off here.

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      1. BSG,
      2. wave man,
      3. gelandangan

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    2. Your Collection

      Show off your favourite knives or other edged tools. The stuff you like to show off, your safe queens and your investments. Let us have a look at them.

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      1. BSG,
      2. wave man,
      3. gelandangan

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      • Threads: 823
      • Posts: 9,065

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    3. Your Tools At Work

      Show us your knives and axes and suchlike doing what they were made to do. Chopping wood or just peeling some potatoes, whatever, let's seee them at work.

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      1. BSG,
      2. wave man,
      3. gelandangan

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      • Posts: 967

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    4. Knife Show Pictures

      If you have pictures of any knife shows, this is the place to display them. Include some details such as where and when and any names, (if known), of the people in them. (Forum name is fine.)

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      1. BSG,
      2. wave man,
      3. gelandangan

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      • Threads: 224
      • Posts: 951

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  5. Have Your Say Threads / Posts  Last Post

    1. General Blade Discussion

      Here you can discuss anything relating to edged tools and related gear and equipment. All forum rules MUST be followed at all times, posts will be deleted if inappropriate. Zero tolerance for abusive behaviour. Other than that, have fun. Off topic posts should be made in the Off Topic Lounge.

      Moderators:

      1. BSG,
      2. gelandangan,
      3. wave man

      Sub-Forums:

      1. Forge WIP,
      2. 2015 KITH Projects,
      3. 2016 KITH Projects,
      4. All Things Traditional,
      5. Modern / Tactical,
      6. Kitchen Knives,
      7. Sharpening,
      8. Shed Talk,
      9. Expert Advice,
      10. 2018 Knife Maker Competition

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      • Threads: 5,886
      • Posts: 82,362

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    2. The Military Connection

      For those interested in military knives, swords, bayonets and the like. All normal forum rules apply.

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      1. BSG,
      2. gelandangan,
      3. wave man

      Sub-Forums:

      1. Military Monday

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      • Threads: 441
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    3. Going Bush

      Set up camp in here, stick the billy on the fire and tell us about your outdoors activities. Camping, bushwalking, rock climbing, but probably not synchronised swimming. Talk about the places you go, the gear you use and how you use it.

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      1. BSG,
      2. gelandangan,
      3. wave man

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      • Threads: 372
      • Posts: 4,041

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    4. Leatherwork, Sheaths & Other Crafts

      If you're into sheath making or leatherwork or any crafts that might be of interest on the forum, this is the place for you.

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      1. BSG,
      2. gelandangan,
      3. wave man

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      • Threads: 263
      • Posts: 2,832

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    5. Is It Real?

      This area is for discussion of fakes and other dodgy knives that people have come across. It is primarily for the education of anyone new to the game to help them avoid being caught out. NOTE: Read the sub forum special rules before posting.

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      1. BSG,
      2. gelandangan,
      3. wave man

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      • Threads: 240
      • Posts: 2,763

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    6. Spyderco Knife Discussion

      This forum is specifically for the discussion of all things Spyderco

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      1. BSG,
      2. gelandangan,
      3. wave man

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      • Threads: 312
      • Posts: 5,087

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  6. Knife Shows Threads / Posts  Last Post

    Information and discussion about knife shows.

    1. Knife Shows

      Information about upcoming knife shows.

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      1. gelandangan,
      2. wave man,
      3. BSG

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      • Threads: 28
      • Posts: 353

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    2. Firearms and Militaria Shows

      This sub forum is the place for all Firearm and Militaria sub forums

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      1. gelandangan,
      2. wave man,
      3. BSG

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      • Threads: 4
      • Posts: 6

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  7. EXCHANGE Threads / Posts  Last Post

    The place to buy, sell and swap stuff. Make sure you read the Exchange rules before posting in here.

    1. Production Knives and Edged Tools

      This area is for listing any production knives and edged tools. Posts archived after 2 months. Post limits apply, please read the rules

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      1. BSG,
      2. wave man,
      3. gelandangan

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      • Threads: 34
      • Posts: 143

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    2. Custom Sales by Maker

      This area is for MAKERS of knives and related items. Here they can list anything they might have for sale. Sold or withdrawn items archived periodically.

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      1. BSG,
      2. wave man,
      3. gelandangan

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      • Threads: 11
      • Posts: 18

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    3. Custom Sales - NON Maker

      If you have a custom knife or related item but you are NOT the maker of it and you wish to sell it, this is the place for you. Posts archived after 6 months

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      1. BSG,
      2. wave man,
      3. gelandangan

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      • Threads: 22
      • Posts: 62

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    4. Customised Knives

      This area is for production knives or kit knives that have been customised in some way. Read sticky thread for more details.

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      1. BSG,
      2. wave man,
      3. gelandangan

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    5. Gadgets, Gear & Other NON Blade Stuff

      Here you can list for sale, trade or wanted all those items that include things like packs, torches, bushwalking/camping stuff and whatever else takes your fancy as long as it is NOT illegal. READ THE EXCHANGE RULES BEFORE POSTING Posts archived after 6 months

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      1. BSG,
      2. wave man,
      3. gelandangan

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      • Threads: 47
      • Posts: 138

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    6. Knife Materials and Parts

      This is the area for you if you have knife materials and parts to sell. Wood, bone, metal, screws or whatever materials you might make a knife out of.

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      1. BSG,
      2. wave man,
      3. gelandangan

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      • Threads: 7
      • Posts: 16

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    7. Bulk Buy Area

      This area is those who plan to make a bulk buy of items and wish to invite others to participate. NOTE: Read sticky thread BEFORE posting.

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      1. BSG,
      2. wave man,
      3. gelandangan

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    8. Trading Post

      This area is for those who want to TRADE something for some other object. It is NOT a sale area. Read sticky thread for specific rules.

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      1. BSG,
      2. wave man,
      3. gelandangan

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      • Threads: 31
      • Posts: 55

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    9. Wanted

      The "Wanted Forum" is for "Items - Wanted for purchase" not "Purchasers - Wanted for item". Place your wanted ad here. Posts archived after 2 months. Offers by PM please

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      1. BSG,
      2. wave man,
      3. gelandangan

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      • Threads: 110
      • Posts: 238

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    10. The Freebie Zone

      Have something you want to give away? List it in here and send it off to some deserving person. Normal Exchange rules apply.

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      1. BSG,
      2. wave man,
      3. gelandangan

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  8. Knifemakers Forums Threads / Posts  Last Post

    1. Delta Knife Works

      Discussion area for his work.

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      • Threads: 1
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    2. Matt Brook Knives

      Forum for Matt to display and discuss his work with those interested.

      Moderators:

      1. gajinoz

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      • Threads: 49
      • Posts: 833

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    3. Alistair Phillips Knives

      Forum for Alistair to display and discuss his work with those interested.

      Moderators:

      1. gajinoz,
      2. Cubane

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      • Threads: 24
      • Posts: 661

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    4. Stewart Townsend Knives

      Stewart's discussion forum.

      Moderators:

      1. gajinoz,
      2. Stewart Townsend

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      • Threads: 20
      • Posts: 1,101

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    5. Tinbasher's Forum

      A place for Tinbasher to show off and discuss his stuff.

      Moderators:

      1. gajinoz,
      2. Tinbasher

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      • Threads: 120
      • Posts: 1,175

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    6. Warrick Edmonds Knives

      Warrick's discussion forum.

      Moderators:

      1. gajinoz,
      2. Warrick Edmonds

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      • Threads: 78
      • Posts: 1,151

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    7. IRONLORD FORGE

      What's happening with Wayne Saunders' Knives & Axes

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      • Threads: 16
      • Posts: 299

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    8. Hurstfield Knives

      A place for Doug to discuss his knives.

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      • Threads: 19
      • Posts: 231

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    9. The Australian Cutler

      A place for Adam to discuss and display his work.

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      • Threads: 32
      • Posts: 156

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    10. Ronald Knives

      A place for greplington to discuss his work.

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      • Threads: 9
      • Posts: 57

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    11. Jonker Knifecraft

      A place for Jason to discuss his knives

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      • Threads: 28
      • Posts: 180

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    12. Mefflin Knives

      A place for Pierre to discuss his work.

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      • Threads: 26
      • Posts: 219

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    13. Barnett Custom Knives

      A place for Bruce to discuss his work.

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      • Threads: 4
      • Posts: 18

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    14. SLH Blades

      A place for hally72 to discuss their work.

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      • Threads: 51
      • Posts: 440

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    15. Sinclair Knives Australia

      A forum for Mark to discuss his work.

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      • Threads: 47
      • Posts: 664

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    16. DB Blades

      A Place for DB to discuss his work

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      • Threads: 14
      • Posts: 107

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    17. Nixon's Knives

      A place for Stephen to discuss his work

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      • Threads: 38
      • Posts: 144

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    18. Blackie Blades

      A place for Matt to discuss his work.

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      • Threads: 20
      • Posts: 129

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    19. Oupa's Shed

      A place for Oupa ro discuss his work.

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      • Threads: 17
      • Posts: 67

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    20. Mother Mountain Forge

      A place to discuss, promote and sell products from Mother Mountain Forge

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      • Threads: 8
      • Posts: 16

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    21. Paul's Knives

      A place for Paul to discuss his work.

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      • Threads: 36
      • Posts: 133

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    22. Stuart Ackerman Knives

      A place for Stuart to discuss his work.

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      • Threads: 2
      • Posts: 21

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    23. Adder Knives

      A place for Trop to discuss his work.

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      • Threads: 4
      • Posts: 13

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    24. Dion Curnow Blades (DCBlades)

      A place for Dion to discuss his work.

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      • Threads: 20
      • Posts: 66

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    25. Barry Kennedy Knives

      A place for Barry to discuss his work.

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      • Threads: 1
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    26. Huntsman Fabrications

      I'm a new knifemaker in Central Victoria. I make mostly kitchen knives and slipjoint pocket knives

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    27. Information

      Currently contains a picture attachment tutorial for owners of knifemaker forums and gold members.

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  9. Business Park Threads / Posts  Last Post

    The Business Park is an area for appropriate businesses to advertise their products and services. Each business will have their own subforum where they can discuss and promote their products with other forum members. This might include things like listing products for sale, offering discounts or advertising promotions. NOTE: The forum (ABF) will not take direct part in any sales, all transactions must be done via the business' normal sales methods.No disputes will involve the forum and they will not be conducted on the forum. The forum is to be used only for advertising and discussion. Inappropriate content will be removed. All normal forum rules apply. Contact gajinoz by PM or email for details. .

    1. Gameco Artisan Supplies

      A forum for Gameco to promote and discuss their products and business with anyone interested.

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      1. BSG

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    2. Australian Knife Sales

      This sub forum is for Zero Tolerance Knife Sales Aust. to promote their products and for interested forum members to discuss the products and services offered by Zero Tolerance Knife Sales Aust.

      Moderators:

      1. BSG

      Sub-Forums:

      1. Archives Australian Knife sales

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      • Threads: 31
      • Posts: 58

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    3. Granbergs - Quality European Made Knives

      A place for Granbergs to promote and discuss their products.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 8
      • Posts: 22

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    4. Turning Timbers: Knife Scales and Blocks

      This sub forum is for Turning Timbers to promote products and services on offer to interested ABF members.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 204
      • Posts: 397

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    5. Knife Mad's Gear

      Knives, orders taken and best prices.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 20
      • Posts: 52

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    6. Razor Sharp Paper Wheels

      This forum is for discussion and promotion of the paper wheel sharpening system. Now managed by Gameco.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 16
      • Posts: 117

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    7. Custom Hand Engraving by Danae

      An area for Danae to discuss, promote and sell her work.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 72
      • Posts: 1,342

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    8. Gelandangan - Custom Tools Supply

      This area is for gelandangan to discuss and promote his products with anyone interested.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 33
      • Posts: 562

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    9. G10.lt - Custom Made Knife Scales

      This area is for suingab to discuss and promote his products.

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      1. BSG

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      • Posts: 460

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    10. 84 Engineering

      A place for 84 Engineering to discuss, promote and sell their products.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 26
      • Posts: 548

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    11. Deepndark Knives

      A place for Mick to discuss and promote his wares.

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      1. BSG

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      • Posts: 3

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    12. CreativeMan.com.au

      A forum for Bjorn to discuss and promote his products.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 41
      • Posts: 60

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    13. New Bee Knife and Tools ( custom sheath )

      A place for Eason to discuss and promote his products.

      Moderators:

      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 35
      • Posts: 92

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    14. Kizer Knives

      A place for Kizer to discuss and promote their products.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 68
      • Posts: 446

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    15. True Talon Knives

      Forum for True Talon to discuss and promote their products.

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      1. BSG

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      • Posts: 4,990

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    16. ScarySharp

      A place for Bob to discuss and promote his products.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 5
      • Posts: 12

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    17. Anyang Hammers Australia

      This area is for AHA to discuss and promote their products.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 15
      • Posts: 148

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    18. JoshuaLeather

      Leather Worker with a hunting background, specialising in but not limited to hunting related products such as knife sheaths and rifle slings etc.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 17
      • Posts: 136

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    19. Interesting Gear Australia

      A place for James to promote and discuss his products.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 6
      • Posts: 8

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    20. Figured Woods by Mapleman

      This forum is for Mapleman to discuss and promote his products.

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      1. BSG

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      • Posts: 12

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    21. Knife Shop Australia

      A place for KSA to promote and discuss their business.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 14
      • Posts: 55

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    22. Kizlyar Knives

      This forum is for Kizlyar to discuss and promote their products.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 50
      • Posts: 163

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    23. Budget Blades

      A place for Alaus to discuss his products.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 7
      • Posts: 11

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    24. Jende Industries Australia

      A place for Jende Industries Australia to discuss and promote their products.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 1
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    25. Fire Pants Fabrication

      A place for Jake to discussand promote his products.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 4
      • Posts: 34

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    26. Knife Grinders

      Precision Sharpening and Knife Rental

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 34
      • Posts: 165

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    27. Australian Knife Magazine

      Discussion about the magazine.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 28
      • Posts: 285

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    28. Knives-Russia.com - The Best Russian knives directly from Russia

      A place for knives-russia.com to promote their business.

      Moderators:

      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 3
      • Posts: 10

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    29. ZU Bladeworx Australia

      A place for ZU Bladeworx to promote their products.

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      1. BSG

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    30. Knives4Africa

      Terry's forum.

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 21
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    31. S.T.A.T.E.S

      USA based dealer for world famous TSProf Knife Sharpeners from Russia as seen on Wranglerstar YouTube videos

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      1. BSG

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      • Threads: 5
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    32. Kansept Knives

      A place for discussion of Kansept Knives

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      1. BSG

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  10. Other Places Threads / Posts  Last Post

    1. Other Websites of Interest

      Here you will find links to other websites that might be useful or of interest. If you believe you know a good website that should be listed here, PM gajinoz and, if suitable, it will be included.

      Moderators:

      1. wave man,
      2. gelandangan

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