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This thought has flashed across my mind several times. I have ignored it but its relentless pounding has finally arrested my attention and compelled me to put it to print.
I noticed in the short duration I have been with this forum that there are many interesting and intelligent answers as there are almost countless intriguing and fascinating questions.
I believe Bladeforums has been around for a few years and in the course of those years, the archives are filled with topics on practically all aspects of the knife and blade-making. Stories abound and they come from all corners of the globe.
Why not selected the most interesting topics with the most interesting answers and published them in a book? We can call it "300 Things You Ought to Know About Knives" or something better and more interesting.
The subjects can be categorised according to the different aspects like Damascus, Types of Handles, Types of Blades and their Properties, Different kinds of locking systems, Polishing and Grinding, some famous knife makers, the Legends, some Customs Knife makers, etc..
Of course, permission should be sought from those whose answers are chosen for publication. Knowing the nice people who prowled the Bladeforums in their leisure hours, approval should be easily forthcoming.
Perhaps the only snag would be the paper-work that goes into vetting through all the material and putting them in order.
There is also the question of getting sponsors for the book which should see an initial print order of 10,000 (more than enough to cover the 9,000 odd members of the Bladeforums).
I believe many of the big names in knife-making will be glad to chip in for this marvellously good cause. Afterall, they get all the free publicity and the tremendous support (past and present) from Bladeforums members themselves.
And if the book turns out to be a best seller, the proceeds can go to Bladeforums to boost its financial standing. If there is a little money left, perhaps it could be spent on the production of a limited number of a Bladeforums Special Knife which could be distributed free to all its members (that's just a thought).
Whatever it is, I for one would buy such a book because it would be of immense help to me as a one-volume encyclopedia on knives.
I have always wanted a book designed by knife collectors, written by them and published by collectors who are serious about their hobby and who know what they are talking about. Can you imagine the mind power of 9,000 members going into one book?
The word "awesome" would be an understatement.
Publishing a book, especially such a book or any book, is not an easy task but if there are enough interested parties out there who are willing to contribute their time and other efforts, this book should be a reality before this year is over.
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Make Love your strongest weapon. Compassion your shield and forgiveness your armour.
I noticed in the short duration I have been with this forum that there are many interesting and intelligent answers as there are almost countless intriguing and fascinating questions.
I believe Bladeforums has been around for a few years and in the course of those years, the archives are filled with topics on practically all aspects of the knife and blade-making. Stories abound and they come from all corners of the globe.
Why not selected the most interesting topics with the most interesting answers and published them in a book? We can call it "300 Things You Ought to Know About Knives" or something better and more interesting.
The subjects can be categorised according to the different aspects like Damascus, Types of Handles, Types of Blades and their Properties, Different kinds of locking systems, Polishing and Grinding, some famous knife makers, the Legends, some Customs Knife makers, etc..
Of course, permission should be sought from those whose answers are chosen for publication. Knowing the nice people who prowled the Bladeforums in their leisure hours, approval should be easily forthcoming.
Perhaps the only snag would be the paper-work that goes into vetting through all the material and putting them in order.
There is also the question of getting sponsors for the book which should see an initial print order of 10,000 (more than enough to cover the 9,000 odd members of the Bladeforums).
I believe many of the big names in knife-making will be glad to chip in for this marvellously good cause. Afterall, they get all the free publicity and the tremendous support (past and present) from Bladeforums members themselves.
And if the book turns out to be a best seller, the proceeds can go to Bladeforums to boost its financial standing. If there is a little money left, perhaps it could be spent on the production of a limited number of a Bladeforums Special Knife which could be distributed free to all its members (that's just a thought).
Whatever it is, I for one would buy such a book because it would be of immense help to me as a one-volume encyclopedia on knives.
I have always wanted a book designed by knife collectors, written by them and published by collectors who are serious about their hobby and who know what they are talking about. Can you imagine the mind power of 9,000 members going into one book?
The word "awesome" would be an understatement.
Publishing a book, especially such a book or any book, is not an easy task but if there are enough interested parties out there who are willing to contribute their time and other efforts, this book should be a reality before this year is over.
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Make Love your strongest weapon. Compassion your shield and forgiveness your armour.