I am new to this forum having stumbled upon it after having watched several YouTube videos on custom knife building. My first post, listed below was in response to a post regarding the Grimsmo knives and the subsequent “flipping for profit” as well as the general pricing. As it turns out, I ended up highjacking the thread. Again; I apologize for doing so.
This post is being created in hopes of finding someone willing to collaborate on a build project. Please read the below copy of my initial post and reply or message me if you have any interest. Hoping to find someone out there who would like to participate; any advice would be greatly appreciated.
>>>>I don't come from a background having limited edition/collectible knives part of it but did see the Grimsmo kid come into enthusiasts eye through a different angle; CNC machining. He first came into my scope of note with his association with the "NYCNC" kid and his YouTube channel. Both seem to be educated, intelligent, motivated, young men with excellent attitudes; a package of traits that have become all to rare in this day and time. The young man from NYCNC may have been Grimsmo inspiration regarding the application of CNC machining into his manufacturing process.
Anyway, on to the topic at hand. To each his own with respect to his or her hobbies and what they're willing to pay for that satisfaction. As a 30 year veteran machinist/CNC programmer/designer (CAD modeling for the most part), it is clear that this young mans workmanship is excellent. His production tooling is well designed as well made. His modeling abilities, as well as his utilization of the CAM functions, within Fusion-360 is something to be proud of. The finished product is befitting of the afore mentioned positive attributes inherit to them; whether it's dollar value is worth the asking price, is totally up to the potential customer.
On a side note, I am located in central North Carolina and looking for someone (hopefully) in my area with a background in custom knife building. We typically produce precision machined components (as well as ready to race vehicles) for various motor sports. We've also, fairly recently, began to dabble in the already overcrowded arena of "tactical weapons systems" (pronounced "AR-15 Platform Rifles). As challenging and personally satisfying as this has been; it's missing that aspect of creativity, craftsmanship, and flexibilty afforded by the motor sports racing industry. I think it would be a fun, interesting, and potentially profitable venture in pairing up with someone already familiar with the venue, colaborate on the design and manufacture of a knife.....maybe even a small collection of knives. Anyone out there with an intimate knowledge of custom/collectible knives that has wanted to be involved in the design and manufacture something special? This could be fun. Anyone interested, message or email me and we'll exchange contact information and see where it leads.
It wasn't my intent to totally highjack this thread but, it appears I've done just that. I do apologize for having done so; it just kinda "fell out" once I got to thinking about it. What was said regarding the Grimsmo kid was sincerely meant. Just check out his YouTube videos; they seem to paint a pretty accurate picture. Note that he's using Nakamura turning centers and a Mori Seiki VMC; both are highly respected machine tool builders and don't come cheap!<<<<
Thank you for taking the time to read and consider.
Kind regards,
Mike Ward
This post is being created in hopes of finding someone willing to collaborate on a build project. Please read the below copy of my initial post and reply or message me if you have any interest. Hoping to find someone out there who would like to participate; any advice would be greatly appreciated.
>>>>I don't come from a background having limited edition/collectible knives part of it but did see the Grimsmo kid come into enthusiasts eye through a different angle; CNC machining. He first came into my scope of note with his association with the "NYCNC" kid and his YouTube channel. Both seem to be educated, intelligent, motivated, young men with excellent attitudes; a package of traits that have become all to rare in this day and time. The young man from NYCNC may have been Grimsmo inspiration regarding the application of CNC machining into his manufacturing process.
Anyway, on to the topic at hand. To each his own with respect to his or her hobbies and what they're willing to pay for that satisfaction. As a 30 year veteran machinist/CNC programmer/designer (CAD modeling for the most part), it is clear that this young mans workmanship is excellent. His production tooling is well designed as well made. His modeling abilities, as well as his utilization of the CAM functions, within Fusion-360 is something to be proud of. The finished product is befitting of the afore mentioned positive attributes inherit to them; whether it's dollar value is worth the asking price, is totally up to the potential customer.
On a side note, I am located in central North Carolina and looking for someone (hopefully) in my area with a background in custom knife building. We typically produce precision machined components (as well as ready to race vehicles) for various motor sports. We've also, fairly recently, began to dabble in the already overcrowded arena of "tactical weapons systems" (pronounced "AR-15 Platform Rifles). As challenging and personally satisfying as this has been; it's missing that aspect of creativity, craftsmanship, and flexibilty afforded by the motor sports racing industry. I think it would be a fun, interesting, and potentially profitable venture in pairing up with someone already familiar with the venue, colaborate on the design and manufacture of a knife.....maybe even a small collection of knives. Anyone out there with an intimate knowledge of custom/collectible knives that has wanted to be involved in the design and manufacture something special? This could be fun. Anyone interested, message or email me and we'll exchange contact information and see where it leads.
It wasn't my intent to totally highjack this thread but, it appears I've done just that. I do apologize for having done so; it just kinda "fell out" once I got to thinking about it. What was said regarding the Grimsmo kid was sincerely meant. Just check out his YouTube videos; they seem to paint a pretty accurate picture. Note that he's using Nakamura turning centers and a Mori Seiki VMC; both are highly respected machine tool builders and don't come cheap!<<<<
Thank you for taking the time to read and consider.
Kind regards,
Mike Ward
