The BladeForums.com 2024 Traditional Knife is ready to order! See this thread for details:
https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/bladeforums-2024-traditional-knife.2003187/
Price is $300 $250 ea (shipped within CONUS). If you live outside the US, I will contact you after your order for extra shipping charges.
Order here: https://www.bladeforums.com/help/2024-traditional/ - Order as many as you like, we have plenty.
Congratulations Andy!!! You have accomplished much in that span of time including mentoring and sharing your knowledge with some very talented apprentices. To me, that will always be your biggest legacy.
The fact that a number of other knife makers have imitated your style of micarta / carbon fiber pin patterns and handle contouring style shows what a trendsetter you have been in the industry. If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, you have received much respect from your peers for the trails you have blazed in the industry. The fact that you have so many long time repeat customers like me shows that you have produced great knives.
I wish you all the best in the next decade!
Phil
P.S. - How many knives do you think you have made in the last decade? My best guess is 25K to 30K. What say you?
Andy,
Phil couldn't have said it any better so I'll just say congratulations on achieving the 10 year milestone as a craftsman. You have created an outstanding legacy in the knife world !
I was saddened to read the news of your recent loss. Please accept our condolences and give Leah a big hug from Susan and I as you mourn his passing. Prayers sent.
Peter
Congrats Andy on the 10 years! I remember seeing your hunter on equip2endure on YouTube back in 2012, spent the following 6 months or so lurking the forum, and finally pulling the trigger for my first on 9/6/13, a cherry crotchwood bushcrafter. Still remember how happy I was to snag one and got a some more in the coming years. Haven’t been around much, but I still share my love for Fiddies with anyone asking about a knife. It’s the best experience I’ve had buying knives from you and connecting with other fans of your work.
Here’s to wishing your another 10 years, and much success!