The Proud Class of Pocket Knife Carrying Men
Every man should have a good pocket knife. Why? Well, I would be privileged to break it all down for you. The pocket knife means so much to the man. It is not exactly the measure of the man; but it is without doubt an icon for him.
I have carried a pocket knife for longer than I can recall. My dad gave me one when I was very young. He gave me a Schrade folder that I still have tucked away in one of my memento boxes. When I was a little fart, that knife meant the world to me.
Getting that knife was a ritual of sorts. To me, the four or five year old kid, it was a passage towards manhood. At the time, I thought it made me a man right there on the spot. Receiving that pocket knife from my dad was like the first time I shaved that single whisker off of my chin.
Today, I recognize that when he gave me that knife--it meant as much or more to him than it did for me. The reason is, his dad gave him a pocket knife too. He recalls that with great pride and sentiment.
Now, don’t let my story dissuade you from picking up a first pocket knife if you have never been given one or never owned one. The timing really is not important. What matters is the responsibility, the pride and the icon of manhood that goes along with it.
There are so many pocket knives on the market today that locating the "right one" can be quite a overwhelming task. My suggestion for you is to enjoy the search and celebrate the hunt.
Ensure sure you have an idea of the size you want to carry. That is the most important aspect. It must be comfortable in the pocket; almost as if you could forget it was there. It should also be easy in your grip.
When looking for that perfect pocket knife, investigate the handle material. I am quite fond of Micarta wood. I think this black wood makes the prettiest handles out there. I own quite a few and rotate them out daily for carry.
Another very significant feature in a pocket knife is the blade steel. There are many blade steel guides on the Internet; so learning a bit about steel should not be too complicated. One of my preferences is AUS-8A. It is good stainless steel that holds a nice blade and does not cost a fortune.
Now, let's get to the meat. A man should be proud of his pocket knife. However, this pride must always be kept in check with a huge layer of humbleness. Nobody likes a show-off and certainly not some fool who likes to walk around flipping his blade about all over the public setting.
The pocket knife is a personal thing. Keep it that way. A few of your friends and family may know that you always carry a knife, but you should not be the one to be pulling it out and showing it off at every occasion. Doing this reduces the significance of your membership in the pocket knife carrying class of men.
These days, folks have grown biased towards the man who takes pride in being a man. Many people in our society would do anything to feminize every man out there if it were likely.
Take a look at Hollywood. What you see are men portrayed as weak, unreasonably emotional, superficial specimens of human-nature. What is happening? Why have men chosen to represent this impression? This is an attack on manhood and the things we represent.
So, when you remove that pocket knife to trim a nail or slice off a piece of meat from a roasting steak, be ready to hear the gasps and snorts. People look down on men who celebrate being men. That pocket knife is an icon of manhood and their exist many who are challenged by it.
When you slide that pocket knife into your pants, you are joining a coveted group of the dwindling masculine class of men. You must symbolize our ranks with pride, respect and honor. When those folks look down on you for what you represent, simply smile, chuckle, nod your head and move on. There is no call or requirement to explain or even become angry or distraught. You simply represent a dying breed of man that people choose not comprehend any longer.
Now, I sure hope I have not offended any of the more fragile readers. I say that truthfully. However, that is as far as it goes. Should you be offended by what I have said, it is possible that you may be challenged by the remaining few of us who rejoice in being men.
If I have brought you anguish in my expression of manhood in regards to the iconic pocket knife, may I suggest that you sit down to a soothing Latte; perhaps a nice bubble bath would calm your nerves. Maybe a nice shampooing down at the local salon would lift your mood.
The wife has alerted me to an important episode of Oprah downstairs. I am on my way with pocket knife and sharpener in hand. I hope she has brewed up some Cappuccino; there is nothing better to get my day started. Take care folks, and be proud to be men.
~Cole
P.S.
Take a look at some of my favorite pocket knives by clicking here.
I have carried a pocket knife for longer than I can recall. My dad gave me one when I was very young. He gave me a Schrade folder that I still have tucked away in one of my memento boxes. When I was a little fart, that knife meant the world to me.
Getting that knife was a ritual of sorts. To me, the four or five year old kid, it was a passage towards manhood. At the time, I thought it made me a man right there on the spot. Receiving that pocket knife from my dad was like the first time I shaved that single whisker off of my chin.
Today, I recognize that when he gave me that knife--it meant as much or more to him than it did for me. The reason is, his dad gave him a pocket knife too. He recalls that with great pride and sentiment.
Now, don’t let my story dissuade you from picking up a first pocket knife if you have never been given one or never owned one. The timing really is not important. What matters is the responsibility, the pride and the icon of manhood that goes along with it.
There are so many pocket knives on the market today that locating the "right one" can be quite a overwhelming task. My suggestion for you is to enjoy the search and celebrate the hunt.
Ensure sure you have an idea of the size you want to carry. That is the most important aspect. It must be comfortable in the pocket; almost as if you could forget it was there. It should also be easy in your grip.
When looking for that perfect pocket knife, investigate the handle material. I am quite fond of Micarta wood. I think this black wood makes the prettiest handles out there. I own quite a few and rotate them out daily for carry.
Another very significant feature in a pocket knife is the blade steel. There are many blade steel guides on the Internet; so learning a bit about steel should not be too complicated. One of my preferences is AUS-8A. It is good stainless steel that holds a nice blade and does not cost a fortune.
Now, let's get to the meat. A man should be proud of his pocket knife. However, this pride must always be kept in check with a huge layer of humbleness. Nobody likes a show-off and certainly not some fool who likes to walk around flipping his blade about all over the public setting.
The pocket knife is a personal thing. Keep it that way. A few of your friends and family may know that you always carry a knife, but you should not be the one to be pulling it out and showing it off at every occasion. Doing this reduces the significance of your membership in the pocket knife carrying class of men.
These days, folks have grown biased towards the man who takes pride in being a man. Many people in our society would do anything to feminize every man out there if it were likely.
Take a look at Hollywood. What you see are men portrayed as weak, unreasonably emotional, superficial specimens of human-nature. What is happening? Why have men chosen to represent this impression? This is an attack on manhood and the things we represent.
So, when you remove that pocket knife to trim a nail or slice off a piece of meat from a roasting steak, be ready to hear the gasps and snorts. People look down on men who celebrate being men. That pocket knife is an icon of manhood and their exist many who are challenged by it.
When you slide that pocket knife into your pants, you are joining a coveted group of the dwindling masculine class of men. You must symbolize our ranks with pride, respect and honor. When those folks look down on you for what you represent, simply smile, chuckle, nod your head and move on. There is no call or requirement to explain or even become angry or distraught. You simply represent a dying breed of man that people choose not comprehend any longer.
Now, I sure hope I have not offended any of the more fragile readers. I say that truthfully. However, that is as far as it goes. Should you be offended by what I have said, it is possible that you may be challenged by the remaining few of us who rejoice in being men.
If I have brought you anguish in my expression of manhood in regards to the iconic pocket knife, may I suggest that you sit down to a soothing Latte; perhaps a nice bubble bath would calm your nerves. Maybe a nice shampooing down at the local salon would lift your mood.
The wife has alerted me to an important episode of Oprah downstairs. I am on my way with pocket knife and sharpener in hand. I hope she has brewed up some Cappuccino; there is nothing better to get my day started. Take care folks, and be proud to be men.
~Cole
P.S.
Take a look at some of my favorite pocket knives by clicking here.
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