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[Vonroothugger]

I’m new to knives. Sort of. My husband collected them for the last few years and I never really understood why he’d spend so much on them. He spent a lot of money on everything, really. Guns, tools, stuff he would buy on amazon and then never open the boxes which would collect in the garage. Then he died this past January. I loved him and his death was very difficult. But I didn’t love his stuff. It just felt like clutter. I sold most of his guns and other stuff. I was going to sell his knives, but I developed a strong appreciation for them. They are like pieces of art. Some are pretty utilitarian, but many have Damascus blades with abalone, ironwood and other exotic materials. He’s got a bunch of Microtechs, Protechs, some Marfiones and some others. So, it amazes me that I recently went online and bought a Microtech knife with a koi motif that cost $600. I can see this becoming an obsession. Lol. Just wanted to share. Hello my name is Angie and I’m a knife addict.

 

[cistercian]

Welcome to the site and I am sorry for your loss.

 

[GIRLYmann]

hey N.G., welcome
to the sanatorium
where the therapy
is to further indulge.
here you will
loose all sense
of knife inhibitions
progression will be faster
once you learn to max the card.
for today marks a new
and happy begining for you.
so please enjoy your sessions here!

 

[MolokaiRider]

Condolences for the loss of your partner.

This hobby has been at times quite therapeutic, along with reading and interacting on this forum.

Welcome to BladeForums.

 

[Cursum Perficio]

Hi Angie, welcome to BF.
Sorry to hear of your loss. I think you enjoying his knives is, and adding some of your own choosing, is pretty cool.

 

[gazz98]

My condolences for your loss Angie.

I'm sure he is happy you have a new found passion and appreciation for his knives and knives in general.

Welcome to Blade Forums.

 

[Bastler]

I'm very sorry for your loss.

 

[Ruukuu]

Condolences from England. I hope you will make some new friends here.

 

[afishhunter]

Welcome. Sorry for your loss.

 

[jfk1110]

Welcome! My condolences on your loss

He will live.on thru this wonderful hobby/addiction You have begun travelling on with us!

I hope many memories and.pleasant thoughts of him are brought to the forefront while enjoying his and your collection!

If ever you have any questions all you have to do is ask! This place and.it's members are TIPTOP!!!!!

Enjoy the ride!!

James

 

[deadzonepatrol]

I'm very sorry for your loss.

Welcome to the forums, hope you enjoy the knife world as much as we do! Yeah, many knives qualify as works of art. Before you sell any of those knives, research them carefully to find out what they're worth.

 

[MacLaren1]

Welcome aboard Angie.
Very sorry for the loss of your husband.
I hope you enjoy your time here.

 

[Legendary_Jarl]

Sorry for your loss. It is nice you keep your husband's pasion alive by caring for and augmenting your collection .

 

[K.O.D.]

Welcome Angie! Condolences.

I would give my normal introduction, but it looks like your mind has already been opened and your wallet emptied!

 

[Houlahound]

Welcome and condolences.

You messed up getting a knife addiction, we will enable it.

 

[NWPM2]

I am sorry for your loss.

I thinking keeping the connection to your husband through his collection is a wonderful way to keep him close to you.

Jump in with two feet here. The people here are some of the most welcoming, friendly, and knowledgeable people around.

 

[K.O.D.]

This thread needs some eye candy. Here's a few of mine:

 

[Eversion]

I empathize with this quite a bit, as it was my dad's premature passing and the Benchmade that he carried his whole life that mainly got me into this hobby.

I hope the days get easier for you as
time goes on.

 

[NWPM2]

I think you'll make a lot of friends and learn a lot here.

 

[BillZee]

Well.....I hope you have many good memories.
Welcome to the forum.
This is a good place to find advice and just have a good time.