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The Reaper
08-25-2004, 20:51
Just received a new Harsey Tactical Ranger Folder today.
It is the biggest folding knife I have ever seen. Just under 5" blade, almost 11" overall when opened, over 8 ounces in weight. Any bigger and it would be a crew-served knife.
CPM S30-V blade, Titanium liners, nylon handles, stainless steel fasteners.
Liner lock, available in Desert camo, but mine looks like a Tiger Stripe pattern to me.
Brought to you by the good guys at Lone Wolf Knives, and Mr. Harsey himself.
This is one SERIOUS folder!
Better get one quick.
TR
Roguish Lawyer
08-25-2004, 21:07
No photo?
Is this it?
http://lonewolfknives.com/store/pages/products-harsey-lc14840.shtml
Ambush Master
08-25-2004, 21:15
Originally posted by The Reaper
Just received a new Harsey Tactical Ranger Folder today.
It is the biggest folding knife I have ever seen. Just under 5" blade, almost 11" overall when opened, over 8 ounces in weight. Any bigger and it would be a crew-served knife.
CPM S30-V blade, Titanium liners, nylon handles, stainless steel fasteners.
Liner lock, available in Desert camo, but mine looks like a Tiger Stripe pattern to me.
Brought to you by the good guys at Lone Wolf Knives, and Mr. Harsey himself.
This is one SERIOUS folder!
Better get one quick.
TR
That's the Big Brother to the T2 that I got from Bill. Same knife, but a smaller scale (4" blade, 8.75" OAL on the T2) good size for a folder. The steel is unreal. It is the same as used in the Yarborough/Green Beret Knife from Chris Reeve. It holds an edge better than any knife I have ever owned. I have been carrying and using this one for a couple of months now and it works very well.
Any ???s, ask away !!
Later
Martin
swatsurgeon
08-25-2004, 21:38
Nice knife... I see it has a little brother:
wow Bill, you named a knife for me....the Harsey "T-2" ranger.
Would have been nicer as the "T-2" surgeon (hahaha) Give me some slack, it's 23:40 and I just finished a mess of a case in the operating room. I could use a little humor right now, even at my own expense!!
Ambush Master
08-25-2004, 21:39
As a follow on to the above posts. DO NOT, cut anything on a "disposable" plate, etc) while it is on your LAP !!! Set it on a hard surface. These things are SHARP BEYOND ALL BELIEF !! I did slice through a disposable plastic plate (that was on a table) and I can't imagine what it would have done if it had been a thin plastic, paper or syrofoam plate setting in my LAP !!! These things are like SCALPELS !!! This also goes for the Yarboroug/Green Beret Knives. When I was posing for the pic of myself with Chris Reeve at Bragg, I started to hold MY YARBOROUGH (that hasn't been made yet :D ) by the Tang in one hand and the point resting against my index finger on the other hand. IT poked a hole in my finger !!!!
These guys do know what SHARP is !!!
Take care
Martin
The Reaper
08-25-2004, 21:44
Originally posted by Roguish Lawyer
No photo?
Is this it?
http://lonewolfknives.com/store/pages/products-harsey-lc14840.shtml
That is the same except for the camo. This is more of a Tiger Stripe, and covers the blade as well.
I may take some pics tomorrow, if there is any interest in seeing it.
Or you could just ask the designer.
I agree with AM, this is a keeper.
TR
The Reaper
08-25-2004, 21:49
Originally posted by Ambush Master
When I was posing for the pic of myself with Chris Reeve at Bragg, I started to hold MY YARBOROUGH (that hasn't been made yet :D ) by the Tang in one hand and the point resting against my index finger on the other hand. IT poked a hole in my finger !!!!
These guys do know what SHARP is !!!
Take care
Martin
You mean just before posing for this pic?
I wondered why you changed your grip so quickly.
TR
Ambush Master
08-25-2004, 21:55
Originally posted by The Reaper
You mean just before posing for this pic?
I wondered why you changed your grip so quickly.
TR
YES !!!
And, after telling this to someone and showing the Knife (that hasn't been made yet) to them, I did it again !!! SHARP !!!!!!
Roguish Lawyer
08-25-2004, 23:25
Originally posted by The Reaper
I may take some pics tomorrow, if there is any interest in seeing it.
I'm your huckleberry. :)
Bill Harsey
08-26-2004, 08:31
I'd love to see some Reaper photography of the one off tiger stripe cammo folder.
Team Sergeant
08-26-2004, 08:56
Originally posted by Bill Harsey
I'd love to see some Reaper photography of the one off tiger stripe cammo folder.
Ditto and info on where to obtain one!
Bill Harsey
08-26-2004, 09:09
Lone Wolf Knives (www.lonewolfknives.com) wait for the second page to auto load and then click on products. You'll find the harsey tacticals there. Lone Wolf is in Portland, Oregon and everything is made in USA.
swatsurgeon
08-26-2004, 09:11
now this could be a wish come true...beautiful design with tiger stripe, "T-2" SURGEON designation, and it's a Harsey....this is a winner!!!
swatsurgeon
08-26-2004, 09:15
just out of curiousity, can an original Harsey be commissioned?
No, not just for me (I don't have that kind of income....) but for this forum, "professionalsoldiers.com" or "Quiet Professionals...and friends"
T-2
The Reaper
08-26-2004, 11:07
In response to requests for pics....
First, let me reiterate, this is one BIG folder.
TR
The Reaper
08-26-2004, 11:09
Folder and Yarborough Knife, with Mr. Harsey's Titanium coin.
TR
NousDefionsDoc
08-26-2004, 11:09
DAMN! Beautiful blade! Mi amor! Chequera! NOW!
The Reaper
08-26-2004, 11:10
With the big sheath.
This knife will fit in the front phone/light pocket of the 5.11 pants.
TR
Team Sergeant
08-26-2004, 11:13
Originally posted by The Reaper
In response to requests for pics....
First, let me reiterate, this is one BIG folder.
TR
Holy shite!! Yeah it's big. I can hear the ladies now,
"You happy to see me, or are you packing a Harsey Folder?"
The Reaper
08-26-2004, 11:15
Okay, I admit, I started to cut this tree in half with the Tactical Folder, and decided that it was going to take too long, and probably blister the heck out of my hand.
So I cheated, and broke out my beater Yarborough/GB Knife to finish the job.
The GB Knife did the trick, but would no longer pop the hair off my arm when complete, so I need to sharpen it before commencing any more cutting demonstrations.
I used my good Y Knife for the photos, but there is nothing wrong with the GB Knife, other than some pine sap/resin on the blade.
This took a little while. I am not a professional logger.
TR
NousDefionsDoc
08-26-2004, 11:16
Originally posted by Team Sergeant
Holy shite!! Yeah it's big. I can hear the ladies now,
"You happy to see me, or are you packing a Harsey Folder?"
ROTFLMAO:D
The Reaper
08-26-2004, 11:16
It does blend in very well with the Tiger Stripe, much better, in fact than in piney woods.
TR
The Reaper
08-26-2004, 11:18
Last one, unless someone has a special request.
TR
Ambush Master
08-26-2004, 11:26
TR, you didn't mention the comment that Mr.H made out at Mackall about his designs last too long, so he wasn't selling as many knives, so he came up with the "Camo" idea in hopes that people would lay them down in the woods and LOOSE THEM !!!:D
Originally posted by Ambush Master
TR, you didn't mention the comment that Mr.H made out at Mackall about his designs last too long, so he wasn't selling as many knives, so he came up with the "Camo" idea in hopes that people would lay them down in the woods and LOOSE THEM !!!:D
Hello Mr H...I'm still here. ;)
Roguish Lawyer
08-26-2004, 11:38
TR:
Great pix.
Congrats.
Bill Harsey
08-26-2004, 11:55
Great Pic Sir Reaper! Thanks.
Originally posted by The Reaper
Last one, unless someone has a special request.
TR
How about Both Knives stuck in a Galvanized Fencepost that has been Hewn In half?:munchin
Bill Harsey
08-26-2004, 11:59
Originally posted by Guy
Hello Mr H...I'm still here. ;) Yes Sir, Not forgotten.
Roguish Lawyer
08-26-2004, 12:04
Originally posted by The Reaper
Last one, unless someone has a special request.
TR
Would it be blasphemy to lay that knife against a bottle of Booker's? :munchin
The Reaper
08-26-2004, 13:02
Originally posted by Roguish Lawyer
Would it be blasphemy to lay that knife against a bottle of Booker's? :munchin
How about we wait till later, and I can show you a pic of the Harsey Tactical Folder beside a glass of Bookers, partially emptied bottle in the background?
Not sure I have any of those stinky foreign commie cigars, I'll see what else I do have on hand.
Thanks for the compliments, gents.
Air, I'll put that pic you wanted up right after I see a pic where you do that with AM's Y Knife.
TR
Something tells me that no matter how sharp or dull the blade was when I was done, he would gut me with it.
Bill Harsey
08-26-2004, 16:20
Originally posted by The Reaper
Okay, I admit, I started to cut this tree in half with the Tactical Folder, and decided that it was going to take too long, and probably blister the heck out of my hand.
So I cheated, and broke out my beater Yarborough/GB Knife to finish the job.
The GB Knife did the trick, but would no longer pop the hair off my arm when complete, so I need to sharpen it before commencing any more cutting demonstrations.
I used my good Y Knife for the photos, but there is nothing wrong with the GB Knife, other than some pine sap/resin on the blade.
This took a little while. I am not a professional logger.
TR That straight in chopping style ( as opposed to making a wider face angle so the chopping is easier) is common to hand bucking logs with an axe in South America. No connection is there?
So does anyone else have trouble with the phrase "...my beater Yarborough knife...", as used to refer to multiples of this fine weapon? We pay field grades waaay too much. ;)
The Reaper
08-26-2004, 18:34
Originally posted by Bill Harsey
That straight in chopping style ( as opposed to making a wider face angle so the chopping is easier) is common to hand bucking logs with an axe in South America. No connection is there?
Bill:
I started in on a bevel, then discovered that the log was thicker (and tougher) than I anticipated. I had also planned to roll it and cut the bottom side the same as the top, but the log was uncooperative and I figured using the axe or the Stihl, while tempting, would be cheating.
Yes, I have seen guys fell trees with machetes down South by cutting almost straight in, and you do waste a bit less wood.
TR
mumbleypeg
08-26-2004, 19:32
I could have used your skill 2 weeks ago when we cut down two trees (well bushes really) in front of my house. Great looking knife. That Mr. Harsey hims good.
I've been looking at that knife. I may have to go shopping.
The Reaper
08-26-2004, 19:52
Bill:
Is the difference between the Tactical Folder and the Tactical Ranger the false edge?
Otherwise, they look identical to me.
mumbleypeg:
When I have an axe or a saw, I prefer to cut trees with them. Good to do it once with the knife just to know that I can.
When chopping like that, I know why I ask for a good cushioned handle, like Hogue uses on their weapon grips, and a long blade, with the weight towards the point.
Would have been pretty quick and less painful with a good machete, but I haven't figured out how to carry one in my pocket, yet.
TR
Bill Harsey
08-26-2004, 20:02
Originally posted by The Reaper
Bill:
Is the difference between the Tactical Folder and the Tactical Ranger the false edge?
Otherwise, they look identical to me.
mumbleypeg:
When I have an axe or a saw, I prefer to cut trees with them. Good to do it once with the knife just to know that I can.
When chopping like that, I know why I ask for a good cushioned handle, like Hogue uses on their weapon grips, and a long blade, with the weight towards the point.
Would have been pretty quick and less painful with a good machete, but I haven't figured out how to carry one in my pocket, yet.
TR The only difference between the Tactical and the Ranger is the false edge on the top of the Tactical. I hear this months Field and Stream magazine has a pic of the Lone Wolf/Harsey Ranger in an article on knives. (just thought I'd throw that in while on the topic)
Bill Harsey
08-26-2004, 20:04
Originally posted by Razor
So does anyone else have trouble with the phrase "...my beater Yarborough knife..." uh yeah, me:D
The Reaper
08-29-2004, 21:55
Originally posted by Roguish Lawyer
Would it be blasphemy to lay that knife against a bottle of Booker's? :munchin
Fine American steel and whiskey, as requested.
TR
The Reaper
08-29-2004, 21:57
What is next, a pic of the knife with my Harley?
The money shot.
TR
mumbleypeg
08-30-2004, 08:22
Couple of Great Americans represented there. Booker Beam and Bill Harsey.
Fortunately it is too early in the morning for me to get drunk and runaround with a knife.:D
mumbleypeg
08-30-2004, 08:29
Did I say that outloud? I meant to say, I anxiously await the time of day when I can drink responsibly. I always use my edged tools in the manner for which they were designed.
Roguish Lawyer
08-30-2004, 10:50
I like it. Laminated map?
The Reaper
08-30-2004, 18:40
Originally posted by Roguish Lawyer
I like it. Laminated map?
No, I was using a very nice coaster.
Why?
TR
Sacamuelas
08-30-2004, 19:14
TR's photos are always like a SF version of where's waldo. IF you look closely at his pics, there is ALWAYS good stuff included in the pics as accessories. Nice coaster, nice choice of area shown on the map.....
NousDefionsDoc
08-30-2004, 19:16
True.
The Reaper
08-30-2004, 19:19
Originally posted by Sacamuelas
...nice choice of area shown on the map.....
Nice unless you have humped it and met the Draw Monster, face to face.
TR
NousDefionsDoc
08-30-2004, 19:30
One of the Xers, who shall remain nameless, PMd me the other day with some humorous comments about the nature of the terrain in and around Camp Mackall. I think "I should have listened" was implied. LOL
I remember thinking once "I'll just cut through, how bad can it really be?" ROTFLMAO!
Ambush Master
08-30-2004, 19:48
Originally posted by The Reaper
Nice unless you have humped it and met the Draw Monster, face to face.
TR
If it's on the map pictured, it has to be just South of Mud Lake. Looks like the CLs kinda group up down there.
Things out there didn't have "Names" when I was there !!:D
Later
Martin
The Reaper
08-30-2004, 20:15
Originally posted by NousDefionsDoc
One of the Xers, who shall remain nameless, PMd me the other day with some humorous comments about the nature of the terrain in and around Camp Mackall. I think "I should have listened" was implied. LOL
I remember thinking once "I'll just cut through, how bad can it really be?" ROTFLMAO!
I seem to have heard those comments as well.
Anyone who wanders into the Drowning Creek, SCUBA Road, or Big/Little Muddy drainage areas will find out what we are talking about pretty quickly.
AM, it isn't just the closeness of the contour lines, it is those little blue dashed and marsh grass marked areas too.
"Boxing Out". It isn't just for the Holiday Season or PCS.
TR
Roguish Lawyer
08-31-2004, 11:58
Originally posted by The Reaper
No, I was using a very nice coaster.
Why?
TR
I didn't see the coaster at first. 7th Group coin supersized?
swatsurgeon
08-31-2004, 15:27
I just ordered my T-2 Ranger, since it couldn't be re-designated as T-2 Surgeon....... needed a new folder and when you ask the expert and he says buy it, you simply buy it!
I am looking foward to receiving it and promise pics equal to those previously shown. Only difference is the choice of liquid....I can't decide whether to put it with a 20 year old Single Malt Scotch or a 25 year old Armagnac (cognac)...and a glock or H&K?
Tough choices!!
T-2
Roguish Lawyer
08-31-2004, 15:30
Originally posted by swatsurgeon
Only difference is the choice of liquid....I can't decide whether to put it with a 20 year old Single Malt Scotch or a 25 year old Armagnac (cognac)...and a glock or H&K?
Tough choices!!
T-2
The first choice should not be so difficult. I don't think you'll find many people interested in seeing photos of French spirits. Go with the scotch. :cool:
swatsurgeon
08-31-2004, 15:33
RL
I wondered if anyone would comment on that.....
Roguish Lawyer
08-31-2004, 15:34
Originally posted by swatsurgeon
RL
I wondered if anyone would comment on that.....
LOL -- if I hadn't, someone else would have!
On the second issue, I vote for the H&K.
The Reaper
08-31-2004, 18:32
Originally posted by swatsurgeon
RL
I wondered if anyone would comment on that.....
Euro guns, Euro adult beverages, are you on the right board?
At least you picked a great knife.
RL:
Yep, giant 7th SFGA coin, CNC machined from billet stock.
TR
Sacamuelas
10-20-2004, 20:37
Ladies and Gents.. my latest arrival. Via US mail today...
The Harsey T2 Folder. One word description... WOW. :cool:
Mr. Harsey, you da' man. :lifter
Roguish Lawyer
11-13-2004, 19:28
Ladies and Gents.. my latest arrival. Via US mail today...
The Harsey T2 Folder. One word description... WOW. :cool:
Mr. Harsey, you da' man. :lifter
Re: the second photo:
Where are the cigars? LMAO
Bill,
You do great work. :lifter
Harsey Tactical Folder with Micarta grips.
Bill Harsey
11-14-2004, 23:43
Bill,
You do great work. :lifter
Harsey Tactical Folder with Micarta grips.
Thanks. The micarta grips are on 6AL4V titanium handle frames. Blade steel is CPM S-30V, same as the Yarborough Knife. Use it hard, it'll hold up fine.
My first Harsey knife. I kept the nylon handled one, and gave the cocobolo handled one as a b-day gift to my dad, an old ARVN airborne guy. Actually, I sold it to him for one dollar since giving knives is a big no-no in our culture. Anyways, he loves the knife, as I do. To quote AM, "the steel is unreal."
Mr. Harsey, I'll never be able to push this tool to its limits like a QP can, but it's nice to know it can handle it!
Bill Harsey
12-09-2004, 09:59
My first Harsey knife. I kept the nylon handled one, and gave the cocobolo handled one as a b-day gift to my dad, an old ARVN airborne guy. Actually, I sold it to him for one dollar since giving knives is a big no-no in our culture. Anyways, he loves the knife, as I do. To quote AM, "the steel is unreal."
Mr. Harsey, I'll never be able to push this tool to its limits like a QP can, but it's nice to know it can handle it!
I think that's the first picture of the cocobolo handle here. They are getting popular.
I'm honored you would choose those knives. Use them hard and keep me posted how they hold up.
Happy Birthday to your Dad!
Bill
The Reaper
12-09-2004, 10:01
The cocobolo is beautiful.
Even FS would have to admit that.
Nice knives vsvo!
TR
Thank you Sirs. I hope to one day step into the big leagues and purchase the Harsey TR. I'll have to dream up some massive project around the house and yard to attempt to justify it to my better half! :D
Steve