for hairy knuckle types

[Double Edge Dave]

I have one forearm that has stayed partially shaved for years as I conducted knife sharpness tests.With short-sleeve weather on the way,I had to change procedures. I now shave the hair on my fingers between the knuckles.It gives me 10 "test beds" and isn`t noticeable.Much better than going around looking like you`ve been prepped for an IV bottle! See you at the blade show. Just look for the smoothest hands.

BE SHARP
David

 

[Parker]

david, I thought I had found another Neandethal with whom I could grieve regarding the impact enlarged knuckles I gladly suffer. Shaving there will do nothing there for me, I thought you meant dragging knuckles...now feet or legs...

 

[Yekim]

Unfortunately, all of the hair on my knuckles seems to have been abraded away due to their constant contact with the ground.

YeK

 

[the4th]

Got a solution for hairy palms?


Sorry.....I know I shouldn't have.

 

[Double Edge Dave]

The 4th,
For hairy palms,try using someone elses hands.Then maybe it will be them who will go blind.
BE SHARP
David

 

[Snickersnee]

Like many others, I test my knives' sharpness by shaving hair from my left arm. I use my knives a lot, so my arm always has a baldpatch. I don`t see this as something to hide, rather I think it`s the mark of a true knifesman. It shows the world I know how to put a razor`s edge on my blades. Personaly, I think it a point of pride and badge of distinction, not something to be ashamed of. Unlike the hairy palms.

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"One of God`s Prototypes. A powerful mutant, never even considered for mass-production.
Too weird to live. Too tough to die."

 

[phone_archer]

I agree with snickersnee. As well I use the bald patch on my left forearm as part of my warning to people I may be lending a knife to. It helps illustrate the sharpness of my blades and hopefully reduces the chances of them slicing themselves. I started warning everyone, that I lend a knife to, after having a couple of friends slice themselves pretty badly.

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Bill (Yes, we carry knives in Canada - we need them to fight off the polar bears and militant Eskimos )

 

[Double Edge Dave]

Snickersnee + Archer,
You bring up good points about the badge of honor. My job is selling forklifts,so I spend a lot of time in others manufacturing plants. Some of these are very security conscious,and I also meet with front office types.Unfortunately I feel I should downplay my knife nut status in case I`m dealing with a square. Besides,the real nuts can tell by the clip in my right-rear pocket,that I am a blade brother. Thats the bad thing about sales,perceptions can effect your income.

BE SHARP
David

 

[Snickersnee]

You'd think that when selling something as Industrial as forklifts that knives, rocket launchers, and even bio-mechanical implants would all be welcome, and indeed increase sales.

I understand the "appearances" issue, among other distractions, I`m a freelance hustler. I sell what ever people are willing to shuck the bucks for. I made a KILLING with the Beanie Babbies. Fools spending from 50-to-several hundred for a plush toy! Stupid! They're so STUPID! Think of all the knives they could've bought! I got out before the bottom dropped out and moved into Furbies, which were a disapointment. Not that I`m just a toy dealer, I just move where the lowest risk/highest profit is. Anyway, yes, sometimes, especialy when dealing with Yuppies with doll fetishes, it's wise to look charming and non-threatening. Fortunately, being descended from the only race I know of that's geneticaly pre-disposed to being hustlers, I have a sweet and disarming face.

As a fellow salesman, isn't there an undefinable thrill when you make a sell? Especialy when you snatch victory from the jaws of defeat? It's the mindgames, the juxtapositioning between seller and prospective buyer I love. There are some quite skilled buyers out there, and they represent a wonderful chalenge.

These corporate jobs are stiffling though, with all their Mickey Mouse regulations. If you ever find yourself in a position that allows you to, go independent.

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"One of God`s Prototypes. A powerful mutant, never even considered for mass-production.
Too weird to live. Too tough to die."