Sal's Casual Bombshell Thread

[blendergasket]

I hope they change the ergos of the mule. They definitely didn't fit my big hands well.

[JuPaul]

Yeah I was also thinking folding mules

Has that idea been tossed around before? Think it'd be like a folder assembly-required-get-your-own-scales kit, or more like a basic folder model that just comes in new steels?

[SG89]

Yeah I was also thinking folding mules

Has that idea been tossed around before? Think it'd be like a folder assembly-required-get-your-own-scales kit, or more like a basic folder model that just comes in new steels?

Some people have requested the folding mule idea be used on the uk penknife platform but others don't like the idea because they prefer the mule as is with it being a fixed blade.

[Doc Dan]

Yeah I was also thinking folding mules

Has that idea been tossed around before? Think it'd be like a folder assembly-required-get-your-own-scales kit, or more like a basic folder model that just comes in new steels?

Some people have requested the folding mule idea be used on the uk penknife platform but others don't like the idea because they prefer the mule as is with it being a fixed blade.

The Urban LW was popular for this, but with the QC issues on the last one I don’t know if this will continue.

[JuPaul]

Yeah I was also thinking folding mules

Has that idea been tossed around before? Think it'd be like a folder assembly-required-get-your-own-scales kit, or more like a basic folder model that just comes in new steels?

Some people have requested the folding mule idea be used on the uk penknife platform but others don't like the idea because they prefer the mule as is with it being a fixed blade.

The Urban LW was popular for this, but with the QC issues on the last one I don’t know if this will continue.

Would it have to be a non-locking knife for cost reasons? Seems like the delica would be a good candidate, too, if a locking knife is a cost-effective option.

Edit: oh nevermind. I guess a seki model wouldn't make much sense from the standpoint of steel availability.

[Cambertree]

The Urban LW was popular for this, but with the QC issues on the last one I don’t know if this will continue.

Hey Doc, I think if you look closely at the complaints about the AEB-L Urban, and compare it side-by-side with the K390 Urban, the issues are really to do with a lower standard of finishing, than design flaws. That's easily addressed in future runs IMHO.

Anyway, that's exciting news. Let's see what comes up. I wonder if the UKPK might be more likely as a folding Mule, being made in Spydie HQ?

[Doc Dan]

Has that idea been tossed around before? Think it'd be like a folder assembly-required-get-your-own-scales kit, or more like a basic folder model that just comes in new steels?

Some people have requested the folding mule idea be used on the uk penknife platform but others don't like the idea because they prefer the mule as is with it being a fixed blade.

The Urban LW was popular for this, but with the QC issues on the last one I don’t know if this will continue.

Would it have to be a non-locking knife for cost reasons? Seems like the delica would be a good candidate, too, if a locking knife is a cost-effective option.

Edit: oh nevermind. I guess a seki model wouldn't make much sense from the standpoint of steel availability.

The reason for a non locking knife is so our friends overseas can join in.

[Doc Dan]

The Urban LW was popular for this, but with the QC issues on the last one I don’t know if this will continue.

Hey Doc, I think if you look closely at the complaints about the AEB-L Urban, and compare it side-by-side with the K390 Urban, the issues are really to do with a lower standard of finishing, than design flaws. That's easily addressed in future runs IMHO.

Anyway, that's exciting news. Let's see what comes up. I wonder if the UKPK might be more likely as a folding Mule, being made in Spydie HQ?

Here’s hoping for better QC on future knives.

[curlyhairedboy]

I'd be down for the UKPK as the folding mule, it's an ergonomic wonder and very well designed.

[Skidoosh]

Please take the mule discussion to another thread. Good discussion but keep this bombshells only please.

[Albatross]

I really doubt he only means new steels. Sounds like he's referring to the design itself. If I had to guess... I'd say prepare for the folding "mules".

Let's hope. I wonder if it's the afi line of hollow grind Delicas Sal mentioned a little while back.

[jabba359]

Please take the mule discussion to another thread. Good discussion but keep this bombshells only please.

After effectively ending the Mule program a couple years ago, isn't Sal saying there's an upcoming Mule-related announcement a "bombshell" worthy of discussion in this thread? Other bombshells get discussed within this thread, so I don't see why upcoming Mule talk isn't a fit as well.

[Bdubs808]

I think any new Mule discussion is a bombshell, especially if describing a folding version.

[JonLeBlanc]

Please take the mule discussion to another thread. Good discussion but keep this bombshells only please.

After effectively ending the Mule program a couple years ago, isn't Sal saying there's an upcoming Mule-related announcement a "bombshell" worthy of discussion in this thread? Other bombshells get discussed within this thread, so I don't see why upcoming Mule talk isn't a fit as well.

~540 kilotons lol

[Skidoosh]

Please take the mule discussion to another thread. Good discussion but keep this bombshells only please.

After effectively ending the Mule program a couple years ago, isn't Sal saying there's an upcoming Mule-related announcement a "bombshell" worthy of discussion in this thread? Other bombshells get discussed within this thread, so I don't see why upcoming Mule talk isn't a fit as well.

Absolutely! I'm just suggesting open up another thread on the upcoming mule announcement. I get excited everytime I see the bombshell thread get bumped.

[Sumdumguy]

I still think the Caribbean would be a fantastic design for the folding mule!

I hope with all my hopes that they don't use any slipjoints, that would remove the folding mule from my list completely. I understand making knives for people in other countries and commie jurisdictions, but they shouldn't be catered to over the majority of us that don't have such restrictions. We want locks! >:)

[SolidState]

There was a time, long ago, when this thread was about Sal's casual bombshells. I miss the old days.

[Doeswhateveraspidercan]

There was a time, long ago, when this thread was about Sal's casual bombshells. I miss the old days.

+1 unsubscribing

[Tucson Tom]

Please take the mule discussion to another thread. Good discussion but keep this bombshells only please.

What are you smoking? This is the biggest bombshell in a long long time -- that something is brewing in the world of mules !!
Or maybe you missed this bombshell in the PD#1 thread ....

post by sal » Thu Sep 26, 2019 7:44 pm

Interesting stuff about Mule Teams might be coming.  

sal

You are right though, that this thread is not the place to discuss random topics. Winding back I can see what you are complaining about.
This thread is not a place to discuss anything, it is a place to collect Sal's bombshells.

[The Meat man]

Shaman lovers, take notice! :D

Taken from the Cruwear Micarta Shaman thread:

...I might add that there at lease 4 Shaman exclusives that I know of in-the-works.

sal