Blade 2006 Preview!

Craig — I really like that Chesterfield Chopper. I've come to favor that style blade shape for my using knives of all sizes.
 
ptgdvc said:
I am now convinced that Don Hanson is trying to kill me. :rolleyes:
I don't collect folders, but the profile on that knife is simply terrific.
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Peter, maybe this will help you move towards the dark side.

I look at Don's folder, I see a small forged W1 bowie blade, complete with Hamon, with a killer stag handle, and a damascus guard, that happens to also, convieniently, fold. :)

So, should Don wrap it up? :thumbup: ;)
 
Craig - the Chesterfield chopper really rocks - that design just flat out works. Would love to see a presentation grade version.

Roger
 
:mad: you guys are killing me! So many on three pages worthy of anyones' collection, and I know it's only the tip of the 'berg of what will be in Atlanta! :eek:

Since I can't be there, either, I really appreciate you guys posting these teasers... maybe it'll even serve to stirr me to saving and making the journey next year... Now, I guess I'll just have to wait for the After Show Report! :)
 
joeshredd said:
... Now, I guess I'll just have to wait for the After Show Report! :)
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Your raise an important point, my friend.

All you lucky SOBs heading to the show, PLEASE take PICS! And, if I may suggest, after you take a picture of the smiling maker, please point the camera DOWNWARD, in the general direction of his TABLE and take a picture of the KNIVES! ;)

Too often we see show pics that are bereft of knife content. It's a knife show, not a maker pageant. Okay, rant off. :o

Roger
 
no kidding Roger. While many makers are great people, I do not find them particularly attractive. :D Their knives are another matter.
 
Rodger, shaldag, What are ya'll talking about :confused: I get published in Blade because of my "good looks and Charm" :D :o :eek:

Seriously, I too would much rather see photos of knives rather than us not so pretty knifemakers :eek: Good advise Roger :thumbup:
 
sunfishman said:
Rodger, shaldag, What are ya'll talking about :confused: I get published in Blade because of my "good looks and Charm" :D :o :eek:

Seriously, I too would much rather see photos of knives rather than us not so pretty knifemakers :eek: Good advise Roger :thumbup:
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In fairness to you and other but-ugly makers Don, (:p :p ) I like seeing both the makers and the knives. For newer knife enthusiasts is great to be able to put a face to a name, or even for the well seasoned to get a glimpse of a new maker they may not yet have met.

It's when we see nothing BUT maker pics that I get cranky. :mad:

Roger
 
You guys owe me a new keyboard. I've druelled all over mine after these fine, fine knives. Hope to see some at the show...
 
Here's a couple for the showl. Big one has 15 1/2" blade. Ironwood on both.
 

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sunfishman said:
Great lookin knives Jody, I'll see ya next week.

But remember, NO photos of knifemakers :D :D :D
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I STILL think that Jody should dress up like an Amish dude! Ya English!:D

Best Regards,

STeven Garsson
 
Here is a very nice Bowie from MS Mike Williams that he will be taking to Blade He calls this a "Tenkiller Bowie". Mike used 8670m steel. The Blade length is 11", it has an S-Guard with SS fittings, and sheephorn handle.
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If I could have any knife from this whole 3 page thread-putting aside World Famous makers and prices,I would take the DesRosiers W2 9.5in. Fighter/ bowie in RogerP's original thread Hands Down.The shape of the blade & handle & guard configuration comes together making a knife that would easily be in the Top 5 in my knife collection.I REALLY Like That Knife.Thanks for the pics Roger.:cool:
 
Kohai999 said:
I STILL think that Jody should dress up like an Amish dude! Ya English!:D

Best Regards,

STeven Garsson
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This paints an amusing picture. For those that don't know Jody, he has an Amish style beard, so with the proper dress he could pass anywhere for an Amish dude :D There was an Amish maker a numder of years ago who became quite popular in the custom knife world, then disappeared overnight and lived not too far from here in MO.
 
sunfishman said:
There was an Amish maker a number of years ago who became quite popular in the custom knife world, then disappeared overnight and lived not too far from here in MO.
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Randy Witsaman or something, wasn't it?

Best Regards,

STeven Garsson
 
Kohai999 said:
Randy Witsaman or something, wasn't it?

Best Regards,

STeven Garsson
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Very close Steven. Randy Wittman, Seymour Mo. Just found his ad in a 1994 Blade, he made some nice folders with no power tools.
 
Roger,
Thanks for this amazing thread with all the incredible knives.:thumbup: :cool:
I thought I would be able to make it to Blade as well but can't swing it.
This was :cool: .

Doug:)
 
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