••• KNIFE WORLD ONLINE NEWSLETTER #57 ••• • " U.S. MILITARY KNIVES, BAYONETS, AND MACHETES PRICE GUIDE -- (FIFTH EDITION) It's here! It's here!! (Finally!!!) • " BLADE'S GUIDE TO KNIVES AND THEIR VALUES " • WEBSITE UPDATES • KNIFE BOOK NEWS • OUT OF PRINT BOOKS • Highlights from the APRIL & MAY issues of "KNIFE WORLD" • A few miscellaneous ramblings __________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ • " U.S. MILITARY KNIVES, BAYONETS, AND MACHETES PRICE GUIDE " • (FIFTH EDITION) ________________________________________________________ NEW PRICES & NEW FORMAT !! We've changed the format of the new 5th edition M.P.G. to make it more portable (it'll fit your back pocket now!) Of course the values are as accurate as they can be, coming direct from the field's foremost authorities in Mike Silvey, Gary Boyd, and Frank Trzaska. We've also added three more knife books to those indexed, for a total of 12 of the best references on the subject -- many of which are probably already sitting on your bookshelf. Softcover, 72 pp. $9.95 http://www.knifeworld.com/militarypriceguide.html ________________________________________________________ • " BLADE'S GUIDE TO KNIVES AND THEIR VALUES " -- NEW! ________________________________________________________ Edited by Steve Shackleford This used to be "LEVINE'S GUIDE", now it isn't. Maybe it's not everything it could be, but in many regards it's still the best available book of its kind, and the prices are current -- so we're recommending it. (For the "Long Version" of the "Blade's Guide" story, visit its page on our website below). Softcover, 576 pp., $29.95 http://www.knifeworld.com/bladesguide.html ________________________________________________ • WEBSITE UPDATES ________________________________________________ After having been damaged some time ago, the online KNIFE WORLD Knifemaker Indexes have been repaired and updated through the February 2006 issue. These indexes list every knifemaker profile we've run in the past almost-30 years, as well as other knifemaker specific articles such as knife tests and that sort of thing. It does not include group profiles and the like. A very handy resource for you handmade knife buffs, it can save a lot of time in researching a particular maker. (This editor uses it a LOT!) http://www.knifeworld.com/thisandthat1.html Also, more detail has been added to the "BLADE'S GUIDE TO KNIVES AND THEIR VALUES" page (see above), so that website visitors can understand how the "Blade's Guide" book evolved and its advantages and disadvantages. ________________________________________________________ • KNIFE BOOK NEWS ________________________________________________________ There are quite a few things happening in the way of knife books right now... the long awaited Marble's book by Arni Dunathan should be here soon, though being in the publishing business ourselves we're not counting any chickens before they hatch (or guessing precisely when they might hatch). Last I heard, it was supposed to have been here three weeks ago, but that's the way book publishing goes! Also, Bob Hunt's latest book on Randalls has been delayed but should be here in the next couple of months. Notice a trend here? ;) On this end, this year we've become VERY frustrated with the inability of various publishers to deliver books in a reasonable amount of time. One publisher moved, but didn't tell anyone or respond to our phone messages for almost a month; another seems to have vanished without a trace (with a basement full of unsold books), and a publisher of several books simultaneously allowed themselves to run out of three different titles that have all been in print for years... just not paying attention, I guess(!?!) So, if you have ordered something from us and experienced some of these problems, rest assured that you're not alone -- and believe me, it's not possible for you to be as angry about it as I am! Ever have the feeling that you're marooned on Idiot Island??? Sigh... ________________________________________________ • OUT OF PRINT BOOKS ________________________________________________ We've just updated the Out of Print Book List, with more rare and hard-to-find titles for your reading pleasure -- and I've reduced prices on some unsold titles, too! To view our complete list (with prices), visit: http://www.knifeworld.com/outofprdabo.html ________________________________________________ • KNIFE WORLD BOOKS ________________________________________________ KNIFE WORLD BOOKS has existed since 1977 simply because we have the best selection and service around. We know our knife books! If you're seeking out an elusive knife book, or know what info you want but not which book it's in, we can help. And if you don't see the answer on our website, just email (knifepub@knifeworld.com) or call (865-397-1955) us... OUR BOOK CATEGORIES: Collectible Knives (two pages' worth!) Collectible Razors Military/Fighting Knives Bowie Knives Custom Knives Knives '81 - Knives 2006 annuals Knifemaking & How-to Knife Throwing Scrimshaw Knife Sharpening & Use Out of Print Books ALL to be found at: http://www.knifeworld.com/featuredbooks.html ____________________________________________________________ • now in the mail - the MAY 2006 issue of "KNIFE WORLD" ____________________________________________________________ May's KNIFE WORLD contains the following articles: ... "FOSTER BROTHERS & CHATILLON KNIVES" by RICHARD WHITE This piece helps to clear up some of the mystery surrounding these two little-understood brands, one famous for butcher knives and the other sometimes seen on military pieces, and less often on pocketknives. ... "LYLE BRUNCKHORST, EVOLUTION OF A CRAFTSMAN" by SYNE MITCHELL A long overdue profile on a Northwest knifemaking legend. An accomplished writer in other venues, this is Ms. Mitchell's first contribution to Knife World. ... "NORTHWOODS' SCAGEL REPRODUCTIONS" by MICHAEL BLACK Northwoods Knife Co's line of Scagel reproductions has finally brought the price of a Scagel style knife within reach of anyone, and Mr. Black's evaluation of their looks and performance may surprise you. ... "THE SOUTH AND THE BOWIE KNIFE THROUGH BRITISH EYES" by WILLARD HOGEBOOM. A well researched piece on 19th century British travelers' published thoughts about the American custom of carrying - and using - bowie knives. Interesting reading! ... "THE ENGINEERS MACHETE" by FRANK TRZASKA A close look at a misunderstood military collectible, which includes for the first time identification of the unmarked examples! Another reason that Knife World subscription is more than worth the price, you won't find this info anywhere else... ... KNIFE NEWS provides detailed information about two upcoming auctions benefeiting the ABS and the NKCA, both of which should prove very attractive to lovers of BILL MORAN and TONY & REESE BOSE knives. As always, BERNARD LEVINE's WHUT IZZIT features another interesting assortment of oddities to perplex and delight... included this month are a variety of unusual paper knives, including one by N.P. Ames of the AMES MFG. CO. (that should pique some interests), a suspicious OVB / HIBBARD SPENCER BARTLETT lockback, an unusual and rare BEAVER FALLS table knife, and an unusual fruit knife by ALBERT COLES of New York. And what about ARTISTRY IN KNIVES, our handmade knife centerspread? This month features CHARLES STOUT, JURGEN STEINAU, DON COWLES / JIM SMALL, LOYD MCCONNELL, T.C. ROBERTS, JOHN YOUNG, SCOTT SAWBY / SIMON LYTTON, LOYD PENDLETON, RICARDO VELARDE, and that ever-colorful master of mosaic damascus, STEVE SCHWARZER. IRONS IN THE FIRE ponders the variety of Jacks one might encounter at a knife show (with at least one Bill thrown in for good measure), and LETTERS TO THE EDITOR revisits preserving the future of knife collecting, Western Midgets, and one reader reports on an "Ike Knife" in his possession (neat!!). Of course there's also our exclusive CLUB CORNER (free listings for all nonprofit knife collecting and knifemaking organizations), the CLASSIFIEDS, and the biggest knife related EVENTS CALENDAR anywhere (and we do mean ANYWHERE). KNIFE WORLD really is the ONLY publication covering the WORLD of KNIVES. We even offer a free trial so you can see for yourself! http://www.knifeworld.com/knifwormag.htm ____________________________________________________________ • what about the APRIL 2006 issue of "KNIFE WORLD"?? ____________________________________________________________ I've been traveling a lot lately with all of the spring shows, and a variety of other things have ganged up on me too... thus no "newsletters" for the past couple of months. Sorry! Anyway, here's a quick look at the April issue... ... "THREE FACES OF THE WILZIN" by DOUG & DEBBIE GROWITZ A great first contribution from Mr. Growitz, detailing the evolution of the Wilzin Automatic knife and showing a couple of extremely rare variations. We have had some great feedback on this one... ... "A FAMILY AFFAIR" by B.R. HUGHES A profile of father & son knifemaking duo Clifton and Rusty Polk, which also makes not of Rusty's sons Ethan and Evan -- looks like a trend to me! ... "WESTERN'S MIDGETS" by Richard White An investigation into the miniature fixed blade knives turned out by Western Cutlery -- some uncommon and relatively unknown collectibles. ... "THE EK COMMANDO KNIFE" by BOB CAMPBELL A look at the current products of the Ek Commando Knife Co., as well as the fighting knives of the firm's storied past. ... "THE M7 BAYONET" by DAVID DOYLE A frequent contributor to military publications, Mr. Doyle's overview of the often seen but little understood M7 makes for a useful reference. ... "THE ANGEL SWORD SKY MARSHALL" by M. WILLSON OFFUTT Mr. Offutt's Field Trial tests out a big, sturdy knife from Texas. Is it worth the almost-$700 price tag? You'll have to read it to find out... ... finally, A TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM F. MORAN, JR. A knifemaking legend leaves our midst... ________________________________________________ • MISCELLANEOUS RAMBLINGS ________________________________________________ Im headed off to the NKCA Shepherdsville (Louisville) Knife Show this weekend, and will also make an appearance at the annual Wolverine Knife Show near Detroit next weekend. It's sure been a busy spring, with lots of shows and other events, and unfortunately lots of conflicts that prevent folks like you and I from attending everything we'd like to. I understand that they can't all be avoided, them, but I sure do wish that promoters would take conflicts into more consideration in their planning... Enjoy your spring - and if there's a knife event within striking distance this weekend, why not check it out? Just get out your KNIFE WORLD for the most complete list of knife events anywhere! Mark D. Zalesky Editor, KNIFE WORLD knifepub@knifeworld.com ** Questions or comments? 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