"Carl's Lounge" (Off-Topic Discussion, Traditional Knife "Tales & Vignettes")

black mamba said:
Does anyone have any news about Charlie's surgery yet? My wife had her hip replaced on Monday and was home on Wednesday, doing great. Charlie's was a few days earlier, so I'd hoped we would have heard something by now.
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That’s wonderful news Jeff. Send her my regards.
 
black mamba said:
Does anyone have any news about Charlie's surgery yet? My wife had her hip replaced on Monday and was home on Wednesday, doing great. Charlie's was a few days earlier, so I'd hoped we would have heard something by now.
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I haven't heard anything Jeff, I tried sending Charlie a text a few days ago, but there was an issue with my network provider. Glad to hear your wife is doing well :thumbsup:
 
My big sister had her hip replaced and was home the next day. I think same day was an option. Anyway, it wasn't long before they said she could do whatever she wants. She didn't take many of the prescription pain pills, either. I trust Charlie's mileage won't vary by much.
 
Due to the almost complete disappearance of genuine Okapi knives from the websites of online retailers, and knowing that they have recently faced fierce competition from both cheap alternatives and outright counterfeits coming from <that Asian country which shall not be named>, some here have expressed worries that the company had gone out of business.

Rest easy, however! I have it on the firm authority of some unnamed guy from South Africa I never met (who says he buys Okapi knives every couple of months to resell on the big auction site), that the company is alive and well and still making knives in Durban.

I had tried to contact the company’s sales staff, but did not get a reply (though I did once in the past).

Anyway, I imagine it would be news in SA if such an iconic brand folded, and this guy would have heard about it, and it was very nice of him to answer my question so promptly.
 
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Just Tom. said:
Due to the almost complete disappearance of genuine Okapi knives from the websites of online retailers, and knowing that they have recently faced fierce competition from both cheap alternatives and outright counterfeits coming from <that Asian country which shall not be named>, some here have expressed worries that the company had gone out of business.

Rest easy, however! I have it on the firm authority of some unnamed guy from South Africa I never met (who says he buys Okapi knives every couple of months to resell on the big auction site), that the company is alive and well and still making knives in Durban.

I had tried to contact the company’s sales staff, but did not get a reply (though I did once in the past).

Anyway, I imagine it would be news in SA if such an iconic brand folded, and this guy would have heard about it, and it was very nice of him to answer my question so promptly.
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Interesting, and comforting, information, Tom. Thanks for sharing it here! :thumbsup::thumbsup::cool:

- GT
 
Jack Black said:

Highly Robust, Practical & Equally Affordable Tools | Okapi

Our range of affordable tools are made from only the highest-quality Carbon and Stainless Steel that is hardened and tempered to ensure maximum durability.
www.okapi.co.za www.okapi.co.za
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I am familiar with their website - that is how I got their email address. Sometimes websites stay up even after the business is closed, though.

While we are on the topic, check out this thread from a now defunct South African knife forum. I have posted the link before, but I think this is the type of thing that would interest you, Jack. The pictures have been degraded, but you can see them clearly enough still:

Okapi visit.

I figure this post belonged under Factory knives as we visited a knife factory. neels vd Berg and I went down yesterday to collect some of Stephan's 1070 (about 600kg worth) and we were given a tour of the knife factory. What a treat. Neels and I were grinning from ear to ear the whole way. This...
www.sablade.com
 
Just Tom. said:
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I am familiar with their website - that is how I got their email address. Sometimes websites stay up even after the business is closed, though.

While we are on the topic, check out this thread from a now defunct South African knife forum. I have posted the link before, but I think this is the type of thing that would interest you, Jack. The pictures have been degraded, but you can see them clearly enough still:

Okapi visit.

I figure this post belonged under Factory knives as we visited a knife factory. neels vd Berg and I went down yesterday to collect some of Stephan's 1070 (about 600kg worth) and we were given a tour of the knife factory. What a treat. Neels and I were grinning from ear to ear the whole way. This...
www.sablade.com
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Thanks Tom, that's really interesting :) :thumbsup:
 
black mamba said:
Does anyone have any news about Charlie's surgery yet? My wife had her hip replaced on Monday and was home on Wednesday, doing great. Charlie's was a few days earlier, so I'd hoped we would have heard something by now.
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Congratulations to your Wife, Jeff! It is encouraging to hear all these people having great luck with this surgery!!
I am a bit behind schedule, with my healing, but we are on the road now.
They kept me in the hospital a few extra days to sort some issues, but I'm feeling like I'm catching up - slowly.
Hard to sit here right now, but I'm on the path back!
Thanks for everyone's concerns.
I apologize for missing a lot of posts; It won't be too long. We've got a BF knife to wrap up!!
Later, folks!!
 
waynorth said:
Congratulations to your Wife, Jeff! It is encouraging to hear all these people having great luck with this surgery!!
I am a bit behind schedule, with my healing, but we are on the road now.
They kept me in the hospital a few extra days to sort some issues, but I'm feeling like I'm catching up - slowly.
Hard to sit here right now, but I'm on the path back!
Thanks for everyone's concerns.
I apologize for missing a lot of posts; It won't be too long. We've got a BF knife to wrap up!!
Later, folks!!
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Sorry to hear about the issues, Charlie. Very glad to hear you are on the mend!
Glad to have you back!
 
waynorth said:
Congratulations to your Wife, Jeff! It is encouraging to hear all these people having great luck with this surgery!!
I am a bit behind schedule, with my healing, but we are on the road now.
They kept me in the hospital a few extra days to sort some issues, but I'm feeling like I'm catching up - slowly.
Hard to sit here right now, but I'm on the path back!
Thanks for everyone's concerns.
I apologize for missing a lot of posts; It won't be too long. We've got a BF knife to wrap up!!
Later, folks!!
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Welcome back!
 
waynorth said:
Congratulations to your Wife, Jeff! It is encouraging to hear all these people having great luck with this surgery!!
I am a bit behind schedule, with my healing, but we are on the road now.
They kept me in the hospital a few extra days to sort some issues, but I'm feeling like I'm catching up - slowly.
Hard to sit here right now, but I'm on the path back!
Thanks for everyone's concerns.
I apologize for missing a lot of posts; It won't be too long. We've got a BF knife to wrap up!!
Later, folks!!
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Great to hear from you Charlie !!!!! Glad that you are Back on Track .

Harry
 
waynorth said:
Congratulations to your Wife, Jeff! It is encouraging to hear all these people having great luck with this surgery!!
I am a bit behind schedule, with my healing, but we are on the road now.
They kept me in the hospital a few extra days to sort some issues, but I'm feeling like I'm catching up - slowly.
Hard to sit here right now, but I'm on the path back!
Thanks for everyone's concerns.
I apologize for missing a lot of posts; It won't be too long. We've got a BF knife to wrap up!!
Later, folks!!
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waynorth waynorth Welcome back! You'll be back to 100% in no time! :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:
 
Charlie, had my left hip replaced about two years ago and I was home the same day. Unfortunately, I waited too long to have the surgery done and ended up with one leg shorter than the other. I was OK with that since it my choice to wait. Now I will walk with a cane for the rest of my life but with out pain. I would not have made it through it without the support of my beautiful bride. It seems like we are both very lucky men. Anyway, take your time and get well.
Cheers, the porch ‼️
 
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