Late to this party. Still need to read the last 7 pages (only the first so far). But here's my membership card. My RB-3 with a Gransfors Bruks Wildlife Hatchet. @Wolfman Zack now owns the hatchet. I've carry the RB3 on my pack. Oh, and the RB3 now has a wicked vinegar/mustard induced patina.
The picture was taken on the knifes first outing. That's the factory finish. It looks a little more weather beaten now
This is true, you would be amazed at what a possum and raccoon will do to a knife. This is the next knife I am buying, after using @Strigidae At Bush craft I have to get one