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Hello my friends in Nuclear Toughness...
I'm happy to report that I had an enjoyable and productive visit at the Busse Shop in Wauseon, Ohio.
Fortunately, we timed my visit to occur between military orders, so after signing a confidential disclosure, I was able to gain access to an extremely large, well organized and impressive shop, as well as have time to spend with the man himself, Jerry Busse.
I have a few exciting things to report as a result of my visit...I can't reveal all that I now know unfortunately, but what I can reveal will be informative enough to get some appetites wet.
1) The New Ergo Handles...AWESOME!!!! I handled many of the prototypes (in plastic, micarta, and finally steel blanks) and saw the evolution to the final handle design, which is nothing short of brilliant.
All of the Busse Combat staff are really excited about it and gearing up for what will probably be one of the most anticipated production runs in the history of straight knives in this price category.
2) Production Schedule News (ALL BUSSE CUSTOMERS SHOULD READ THIS)....when visiting the shop, I became intimately familiar with the world-wide demand for Busse Combat Knives...it is TRULY STAGGERING, and quite impressive that Jerry and the staff are even able to get out the door what they get out...the new ERGO handles should be shipping in approximately six weeks or less...this includes the following models:
Battle Mistress E
Steel Heart E
Badger Attack E (which will be a limited run to fill existing BA orders, then discontinued...the model is being replaced by its two 3.5" and 6" counterparts...both will have the E-style handle, though on the 3.5", the handle will not be at a dropped angle, but straight)
The 3.5" and 6" knives and their new names will be premiered at the Blade Show.
I know original reports indicated April, however, the new report and evidence (WHICH I SAW FIRST HAND) supports high confidence for this schedule, so don't fret...Jerry and the staff are highly dedicated to their work.
3) The FOLDER!!! Man, if I could tell you all that I know about this thing...here's what I can though...it is going to revolutionize every current notion you have about lock strength and performance in a folding knife...I have never seen anything like it...and you're gonna LOVE it and carry it EVERYWHERE...I know I will and I prefer straight knives over folders any day...but this one changes everything. The design, materials, and execution on this knife are beyond comprehension and you WILL NOT have to take a second mortgage on your home to get it...it will outperform every other folder you think is tough, sharp, or strong...hands down.
4) I have returned with knives to ship (no "E" handled models...see above for details) I will also be receiving more knives by the end of this week. I will be contacting those folks whose knives I now have in stock and am ready to ship...watch for e-mails and phone calls tomorrow. I also have DW and Standard Mean Streets w/kydex for those interested...pricing for these models is now identical, $217 + shipping.
5) Most importantly Jerry, his lovely wife Jennifer, Dave and Heather Roberson, and the entire staff at Busse Combat...these are the warmest and friendliest people in the knife business. They are also the most hardworking (doing round the clock production and administrative work at the shop). I am proud to have them as business associates and friends. My wife Amy (who some of you know from the NY Custom Knife Show) had a wonderful time visiting with the Busse Crew.
Many of you have sent me e-mail and phone mail while I was away...please give me a day or two to catch up. My thanks to all!!!
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Andy Prisco, Manager
Sharper Instinct, LLC
Phone: 1-201-493-2469
Orders-Toll Free: 1-877-557-5200
Fax: 1-201-493-2039
Visa & Mastercard Accepted
Authorized Dealers:
Busse Combat Knives and Big East Traditional Bows
Professional Shooting Svcs: Corporate Training and Stress Mgmt.
Busse Combat Variant Temp. HQ http://home.earthlink.net/~gregrnamin/andy/sharper.htm
Sharper Instinct Website www.sharperinstinct.com
I'm happy to report that I had an enjoyable and productive visit at the Busse Shop in Wauseon, Ohio.
Fortunately, we timed my visit to occur between military orders, so after signing a confidential disclosure, I was able to gain access to an extremely large, well organized and impressive shop, as well as have time to spend with the man himself, Jerry Busse.
I have a few exciting things to report as a result of my visit...I can't reveal all that I now know unfortunately, but what I can reveal will be informative enough to get some appetites wet.
1) The New Ergo Handles...AWESOME!!!! I handled many of the prototypes (in plastic, micarta, and finally steel blanks) and saw the evolution to the final handle design, which is nothing short of brilliant.
All of the Busse Combat staff are really excited about it and gearing up for what will probably be one of the most anticipated production runs in the history of straight knives in this price category.
2) Production Schedule News (ALL BUSSE CUSTOMERS SHOULD READ THIS)....when visiting the shop, I became intimately familiar with the world-wide demand for Busse Combat Knives...it is TRULY STAGGERING, and quite impressive that Jerry and the staff are even able to get out the door what they get out...the new ERGO handles should be shipping in approximately six weeks or less...this includes the following models:
Battle Mistress E
Steel Heart E
Badger Attack E (which will be a limited run to fill existing BA orders, then discontinued...the model is being replaced by its two 3.5" and 6" counterparts...both will have the E-style handle, though on the 3.5", the handle will not be at a dropped angle, but straight)
The 3.5" and 6" knives and their new names will be premiered at the Blade Show.
I know original reports indicated April, however, the new report and evidence (WHICH I SAW FIRST HAND) supports high confidence for this schedule, so don't fret...Jerry and the staff are highly dedicated to their work.
3) The FOLDER!!! Man, if I could tell you all that I know about this thing...here's what I can though...it is going to revolutionize every current notion you have about lock strength and performance in a folding knife...I have never seen anything like it...and you're gonna LOVE it and carry it EVERYWHERE...I know I will and I prefer straight knives over folders any day...but this one changes everything. The design, materials, and execution on this knife are beyond comprehension and you WILL NOT have to take a second mortgage on your home to get it...it will outperform every other folder you think is tough, sharp, or strong...hands down.
4) I have returned with knives to ship (no "E" handled models...see above for details) I will also be receiving more knives by the end of this week. I will be contacting those folks whose knives I now have in stock and am ready to ship...watch for e-mails and phone calls tomorrow. I also have DW and Standard Mean Streets w/kydex for those interested...pricing for these models is now identical, $217 + shipping.
5) Most importantly Jerry, his lovely wife Jennifer, Dave and Heather Roberson, and the entire staff at Busse Combat...these are the warmest and friendliest people in the knife business. They are also the most hardworking (doing round the clock production and administrative work at the shop). I am proud to have them as business associates and friends. My wife Amy (who some of you know from the NY Custom Knife Show) had a wonderful time visiting with the Busse Crew.
Many of you have sent me e-mail and phone mail while I was away...please give me a day or two to catch up. My thanks to all!!!
------------------
Andy Prisco, Manager
Sharper Instinct, LLC
Phone: 1-201-493-2469
Orders-Toll Free: 1-877-557-5200
Fax: 1-201-493-2039
Visa & Mastercard Accepted
Authorized Dealers:
Busse Combat Knives and Big East Traditional Bows
Professional Shooting Svcs: Corporate Training and Stress Mgmt.
Busse Combat Variant Temp. HQ http://home.earthlink.net/~gregrnamin/andy/sharper.htm
Sharper Instinct Website www.sharperinstinct.com
