Hand Building Custom Folders in Texas 2011

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In this Feb 2011 trailer we just get back in the shop after a week long battle with inluenza to get some Really Bad News...
Things are Out of Control..
Much Respect from Texas
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one of the most interesting videos I've seen from SnodyWorld. Not a lot of attitude, zero t&a, yet compelling.
It's the human story...realist!
 
Mike,
Whst does your average daily production look like? (good days)
thanks,
david
 
Jeremy Horton said:
Sickness. Isn't sick. Good to see u back.
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Thanks G.

I really appreciate it Bro.

I had the chine flu about a month ago and thought that was bad

I am here to tell you that type a influenza is much worse than the chine flu in my opinion.

Stay Safe...

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Lorien said:
one of the most interesting videos I've seen from SnodyWorld. Not a lot of attitude, zero t&a, yet compelling.
It's the human story...realist!
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Thanks Friend

This is a new Editing Format that I am developing for 2011.

We are running three audio tracks and four video streams and adding narration.

I have to calibrate our format and get it standardized over the next seven days to make our deadline....

Thanks for watching.. I really appreciate it man..

Respect..

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Mike, I havent had any type of flu in over four years now. The key is getting plenty of sleep and washing your hands regularly, especially after you've hit the gym or used an ATM. Also load up on immune boosters when flu season hits.

Keeping cranking out those fine folders, the more there are out there, the better chance I have of one finding its way into my hands eventually...
 
2knife said:
Mike,
Whst does your average daily production look like? (good days)
thanks,
david
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Thanks for taking time to post..

I really appreciate it man...

Regarding Daily Production as of Febuary 2011 in my Texas Knife Shop..

In January of 2011 I completely revamped my knife shop converting it from a High Production Midevil room of Hell and Grinding Smoke into a much more refined Studio Environment with improved lighting, ergonomics and a new focus on cleanliness, leather chairs, new hot rod computers, new flat screens, new mills, new white paint, granite counter tops, new grinders, new 2011 Hepa dust collection. I have a thirty foot long wall of glass that is nearly 5/8" thick installed on the east side of my shop.. The Natural Sunlight is incredible..


Right Now I am working on full blown custom hand made folders where each part is cut by hand on a bandsaw and then hand profiled and assembled into a unit without cad work or cnc... Each folder is unique and the blades and frames are finished by mirror polishing and then hand rubbing.. I am not setting any time limits or concerning myself with productivity.. The entire focus is on the individuallity and execution of the knife..

These Folders are averaging 24 manhours per unit and thats on a "good day"....

My sole source of income is knifemaking and I support a family of four.

My health care alone is over $800.00 per month and my house payment is $2,000.00... I like stone crab claws and rib eye steaks. You can figure out the rest of the story..

If I dont work, I dont eat....I have to work hard just like everyone else in America..

Last Year I focused on Productivity and had my shop set up much differently.. I built primarily fixed blades in 2010 utilizing predictable synthetic hand materials such as G10 and Carbon Fiber and bullet proof blind bolt construction methods...

Fixed Blades in 2010 required anywhere from 2 Manhours to 20 Manhours depending on the variables, size, blade finish, etc, etc. etc...

Its just alot of hard work in the base case but I am very grateful that I am able to provide a home, food, transportation and health care to my family by working as an artist and creating custom cutlery.. I am just very fortuntate that the knife community supports me...

Huge Respect from Texas...

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Mike, regarding the post above......my hat is off to you! Straight American! Keep on keepin' on!:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

Paul
 
sheathmaker said:
Mike, regarding the post above......my hat is off to you! Straight American! Keep on keepin' on!:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

Paul
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Mil Gracias..

I really appreciate your comments.

I have huge respect for your work ethic and your incredible attention to detail..

You are a true inspiration..

Thanks..

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Buffalohump said:
Mike, I havent had any type of flu in over four years now. The key is getting plenty of sleep and washing your hands regularly, especially after you've hit the gym or used an ATM. Also load up on immune boosters when flu season hits.

Keeping cranking out those fine folders, the more there are out there, the better chance I have of one finding its way into my hands eventually...
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Thanks Homie
Thats Great Advice..
I think I will go ahead and get the flu shot this year as well
Stay Safe..Talk Soon..
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Are any pictures going to be released of Ultra's one off folder you talked about in that first video?
 
Mike,

Yes, I should have the images up in the next day or two..

Thanks for your interest...

Respect..

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Good to see you again and keep up the good work! I like your focus for the new year.

If you want more stone crab you can help my family check their traps down the road from you in Rockport, they'd be more than happy to share. :D
 
Daniel Fairly Knives said:
Good to see you again and keep up the good work! I like your focus for the new year.

If you want more stone crab you can help my family check their traps down the road from you in Rockport, they'd be more than happy to share. :D
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Thanks Bro

I really appreciate you taking time to post.

I am digging your knives dude.. That #3 with the crazy chisel point looks like it could chop off an arm..

I would be seriously concerned if someone pulled that blade on me.. Keep doing what your doing..

Holler if your ever down in South Texas.. I am just minutes away from Rockport..

Thanks again for posting on my thread and get at me if you ever need anything

Huge Respect from Texas..
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Snody said:
Thanks Bro

I really appreciate you taking time to post.

I am digging your knives dude.. That #3 with the crazy chisel point looks like it could chop off an arm..

I would be seriously concerned if someone pulled that blade on me.. Keep doing what your doing..

Holler if your ever down in South Texas.. I am just minutes away from Rockport..

Thanks again for posting on my thread and get at me if you ever need anything

Huge Respect from Texas..
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Thanks Mike! I was thinking of the USMC Tank Bolo knife when I made it. It was kept in tanks for emergency amputations! :eek:

I saw how you left the color in the tagging on the video but everything else was black and white. :thumbup::thumbup:

If I'm ever down there I'll come see you... If you are ever in SW CO come by my semi-outdoor shop. You can grind knives and watch the game trail in the same spot.

Much respect.
 
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