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TMHunt said:
The knife makers guild hold a yearly show in Louisville every year. You have to be a member of the guild to be a exibitor, which I am not, but thought about going as a spectator this year.
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I'm down - Oh, and you should definitely wear the brass back while walking around.
 
Good news this morning in my inbox :D

A BOX OF AMERICAN MADE BAD ASSERY SHIPPED TO YOU!
 
Tankerwolf said:
All this BBQ is making me hungry.
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I heard that. We got some pork chicken and beef yesterday, and a couple bags of apple and mesquite chips to try along with the pear wood I cut up. I'm going to try doing up some some jalapenos and habaneros in the smoker as well. Prolly gonna need more propane before the weekend is over...

The Warrior said:
Thinking I'm gonna get a push reel mower for the cabin. Makes sense to me.
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Those are great - very little maintenance, no gas or oil to worry about obviously, basically just adjust the blades and keep 'em sharp - but you really got keep up with it. They're basically useless if you let the grass get too long.

Incidentally any of you cats who live in TN, better stock up on booze today! Saw a sign at the liquor store yesterday saying they're closed on July 4th by state law. :rolleyes:

TMHunt said:
Easing back into the knife thing after Blade.
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Todd, did you ever get a chance to play with that little 3V blade I gave you at the Gathering/grind-in? Just curious what you think of sharpening it and how it holds an edge. If you ever want to whip up a 3V test blade or two, just let me know and I'll include 'em in one of my HT batches. It's crazy expensive to send out just a couple blades...

TMHunt said:
Call me crazy!
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Guess I'm the odd man out here... You're crazy!! WTF were you thinkin man?!? I totally see your point but dayumm dude... I would have sold him the brassback for himself for pure awesomeness and a Tradewater or Yuma for the kid to take to the boonies.

Take it from another guy whose mortgage depends on this stuff... those kinda high-roller cu$tomers don't just walk up to your house every day. Never turn down a cash money right-now sale like that, bro... Angie would break my thumbs if I turned away a $2500 sale :D

The other guys do have one correct point though... Hopefully he'll appreciate your candor (as well as your skill) and be back for more :thumbup:
 
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Jerry D. said:
I'm down - Oh, and you should definitely wear the brass back while walking around.
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When is this? And is there an entrance fee? I would love to go, but not working makes money extremely tight for anything that isn't an essential.

As everyone else said, Todd that was a very honourable decision to pass up the money to actually give the man's kid something appropriate. Most businessmen will try to overselll instead of actually catering to their clientele. You don't see that kind of integrity today. I applaud you for that, and will definitely remember this when it comes time where I can put some of my money into purchasing one of your blades. That's very Ron Swanson of you, if I do say so myself.
 
TMHunt said:
The knife makers guild hold a yearly show in Louisville every year. You have to be a member of the guild to be a exibitor, which I am not, but thought about going as a spectator this year.
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The KMG show is awesome! I met some really incredible makers there, and they were very helpful with all my questions. I'm talkin' about old-school cats like Billy Imel and Gil Hibben, who've been around since the early 70's and helped make the custom knife biz a reality.

It got bumped back to the end of July/beginning of August this year due to scheduling problems, so I can't make it (it's usually later in September). Anyone who loves knives should definitely go at least once, though. It's a lot smaller and more "intimate" than BLADE, and there's zero production models or cheap junk... nothing but A1 top-notch handmade custom stuff. Every member/exhibitor has to be voted in and pass very rigorous inspections of their knives by a board of senior members.
 
Psyop said:
Its from the MFUSA
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Nice! What did you get? I'm wearing a cobra belt from them and it is BAD ASSERY to the baddest of badassness. Their stuff is no joke. Murph introduced it to me and I'm glad he did, even if my wallet isn't!
 
I picked it up at Blade, I have never had a belt this stiff. Pretty sure it was woven with viagra in the weave! That buckle is ridiculous as well. It says it's rated to 18 kn of force which is crazy!
 
BeardedNemophilist said:
When is this? And is there an entrance fee? I would love to go, but not working makes money extremely tight for anything that isn't an essential.
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I'm not sure on admission, but I know it is the first weekend in August at the Seelbach (Swanky stuff).

BeardedNemophilist said:
As everyone else said, Todd that was a very honourable decision to pass up the money to actually give the man's kid something appropriate. Most businessmen will try to overselll instead of actually catering to their clientele. You don't see that kind of integrity today. I applaud you for that, and will definitely remember this when it comes time where I can put some of my money into purchasing one of your blades. That's very Ron Swanson of you, if I do say so myself.
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As a parks & Rec fan, you just gave Todd quite the compliment.
 
Chameleonbear said:
I picked it up at Blade, I have never had a belt this stiff. Pretty sure it was woven with viagra in the weave! That buckle is ridiculous as well. It says it's rated to 18 kn of force which is crazy!
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Giggidy,

That is all.
 
Tomorrow, when I gleefully celebrate the Fourth of July, my cheers are for the birth of the experiment that has created the greatest engine for human good and human happiness in the history of our planet.

This incredibly successful endeavor in self-governance was launched two hundred and thirty eight years ago by what, in retrospect, turned out to be some amazingly wise men. Unlike many seemingly wise men with big ideas, they were men of common sense and great practicality, with* an understanding of their fellow man virtually unique in history. How incredibly lucky we are to have had our country dreamed up by these men.

There have been bumps and potholes along the road, some pretty significant, especially of late, but my recent experiences in self-government, as viewed through the prism of my association with Knife Rights, is that yes, there are still intelligent legislators in many states and therefore there is still hope that the grand experiment is viable and may very well have a bright future.

That Knife Rights, with a almost no staff, a few volunteers and relatively little money has accomplished so much in eight short years is nothing less than amazing to me. Only in America could so few people, with minimal resources and, in the beginning, no contacts and no clout, be able to have so much of a positive effect. And, no bloodshed, either!* It is true that what we have asked from our legislator friends is commonsensical, but in other countries that would most likely not be enough. In many places the powerful would not care to listen and many would want bribes. *

Here, in our imperfect, but still flourishing republic, Knife Rights is able to find interested legislators, help them to craft both legislation and the practical arguments supporting that legislation, and then provide lobbying assistance needed to move things along. Bingo--success! Only in America, and only because of those dreams that founded our country 238 years ago and the generosity of many of you reading this. It really is astounding when you stop to think about it.

So, the country we are so privileged to live in may lack perfection, but because of a 238-year-old dream, backed up by a lot of guts and a few guns, pikes, swords and knives, there are still ways to get good things done. That gives me hope for the future.

This Fourth, as you enjoy the holiday, please reflect on this dream that we all work hard to retain and improve. It only still lives because we share that dream of the founders; a land of opportunity for those who are willing to work for success and happiness. And, please also take a moment to give thanks for those who have sacrificed so that we may continue to enjoy our freedoms--liberties that do not come free.

Time for a grilled burger, a brew and some fireworks and...THREE CHEERS FOR THE U.S.A...HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY!

*-- Ethan Becker
 
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