Starting this thread for people to post the knives they use for tobacco prep. I’m looking for one myself and need some inspiration. Let’s see what you all use, if anything!
Pipe Tobacco Knives
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I just use my pocket knife, a 3” Buck 112 Ranger Sport.
I use my great grandpappy's old knife. Over 100 years old.
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I have no pictures of the various kitchen knives and pocket knives I cut "snakes" and "cakes" with. Just whatever is sharp and at hand when needed. I even used a pair of tin snips once. Very unsatisfactory it was.
The only pipe knives I use are the Richard Sheffield pipe knives. I don't smoke plug or rope, so no need for cutting. But I like having the sharp blade on the RS knife, for taking back cake when needed.
Haha epic!
I should have clarified my reason for wanting a specific “tobacco knife” . I have plenty of pocket knives that I carry daily that are used for a number of different tasks. Some contain left over residue of said job. So having a specific tobacco knife is not only necessary but also just fun.
Wow what a piece of history. The times and things that blade has lived through!
Small Ulu/Demilune For Cutting Ropes and Plugs :: Pipes Accessories
Can anyone recommend a small (less than 4"/100mm) round-bladed knife for cutting ropes and plugs? Let's say less than $100USD. I'm not trying to become a hand-made knife collector. I remember from the fair trade tobacco forums that Kuhn-Rikon made one that was well liked for dressing whole...
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My buddy’s a bladesmith, who smokes pipes. I wrangled a deal with him to do his take on forging me a 1095 Japanese nakiri for chopping tobak. I gave him the basic blade dimensions I wanted and he did the rest.
I like how it came out…a lot.
I like how it came out…a lot.
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Love a nakiri. Have one for kitchen use. I love the handle profile.
I take the easy way-out ant let @georged do the chopping for me.
Looks like you are building a nice cake on that blade!
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Ulu knife. Ugly but super easy to cut plugs, ropes and flakes!
I usually use one of my Opinels
Always fun to have a collection of knives aka "boys' toys"
Even if you don't have a need for them everyday (I don't)
