Ogg/Burnett knives and anniveraries

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Just over a year ago, I had an opportunity to purchase a fine folder off of eBay. It was an especially nice folder made by the late Bob Ogg--Max Burnett's stepfather. You can see and read all about this story in this thread. I gave Max and his mom Nancy the chance to handle and admire this knife for the asking. In conversation, I learned that the day after it arrived was the date of Nancy & Bob's anniversary.

Hearing how much the family loved this knife, and how few *really* nice one's they had, I chased Max, and especially his mom, a note on the following day. It read in part: "Happy Anniversary--this knife is yours to keep!"

Well the short version of of this was Max and I decided that a 'horse trade' was in order. Max would make me a knife in replacement for this now-heirloom. Sounds good to me. I was in no rush, and Max took care of his business, but eventually we settled in on some idea's. For the most part, I let Max build me a knife with HIS soul forged in it. And according to him, it is one of his faves. Let's take a look now:

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It arrived a short while ago, and I waited until I could take some quality pictures of it. This is a knife made to do some work! It could probably chop one of my delicate 'art folders' in two--he he he! It is, I guess, a camp knife in description, but no matter. What's important is the dedication that went into it. Max can fill in the details of it's construction I hope. And I must say his sheath work is outstanding and stylish as well.

I am VERY happy with my knife and how this all worked out. June 18th is Nancy and Bob's anniversary, and I wish her the very best in memories as well. Max, thanks a billion!

Coop
 
Coop -- I've followed this story from the beginning --it's been a great illustration of the closeness of the knife community. And you said it perfectly -- that's a piece of Max's soul you've pictured here. I know Max would want it to be used, and used hard and often -- but spare your collection :D
Max -- wonderful piece my friend, and in addition to the blade I really love that double-crossover sheath. BTW, Lee Beene really wanted the Ogg fighter back after you did the great refinishing job on it, so now I'm (temporarily) Ogg-less. Guess I'll have to remedy that soon :)
Thanks for folow-up to the story and the pics Coop,
MtMike
 
Coop, I've got say, you are one class act.

That is one heck of a nice knife Max made for you. What is the handle made of?
 
Coop,
That was a really classy thing you did.
Max is a first class guy and he's told me a few times how much he and his sister thought of Bob. Have you seen the video of Bob making a knife? Very informative and entertaining.
Sure wish Max would come around here more often, last time I talked to him on the phone he was busy with work other than knifemaking. Max is one of the guys that really does put a part of himself in each blade he forges. Ask him about the special ingredient in his quench:D
Coop, hope you dont mind me posting a pic of the knife Max made for me. Took a long time but was worth the wait.
 

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Coop, you big showoff! He he. I'm sure glad you like that knife old buddy. If there's one thing I'm known for in the knife making community, it's that there will be a slight delay between ordering and delivery (ask Phil or Stabby). And I don't give out delivery dates! :D I'm just slow and deliberate. I've been that way all my life and I don't guess I'll ever change. And you know what? I've been real lucky with the fine customers that order from me. Most folks know I'll do what I say I'll do, and they're all patient and courteous. That means alot to me.

Keith, that handle material is black, fiberglass filled polycarbonate and was a gift from a good friend here at BFC. He knows who he is if he still looks around here. I've been a stranger because I backed off from most forums and chats and stuff like that. I figured out I can't make any money sitting in this puter chair. I guess I'm back to full-time knife making since I just can't seem to work for anybody else but myself. I'm too contrary I rekon.

You outdid yourself on that pic Jim. That's real fine photography. Thanks again for your kindness old buddy. You really did work a wonder with this swap. If you think you might need a little more boot don't be shy about it. I'm realistic and know when a trade is fair. I still feel like I got the better end of the deal but as long as you're happy, I'm happy. Keep in touch and give that boy a hug for me.
 
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I guess I'm back to full-time knife making
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MAX!!!!!!!
I can't think of any words that would make me happier.
I Love Ya....ya little Knife Beater you. :D

Coop, you deserve that knife...it's a One of A Kind....and so are you. ;)
 
Guys, thanks for the nice comments. Every damn one of you would have done the same thing, I'm certain! :)

Max, stop beating yourself up about the delivery. I'd throw a 'howz it goin'' note to Max every couple of months, and he would write me these WONDERFUL long stories. This alone was more than the trade value! Plus, ya bastid, ya gave me a great presentation box that I didn't even acknowledge to the boys. First-class walnut box with a felt liner and a sliding glass top. Thanks!

So who got out of this one with the best deal? I sure ain't complainin'!

I feel good. :D

Coop

PS--Dave, I love that knife. Great one!
 
Max!

I'll have to second Phil on how great it is that you're coming back to knife making.

Hope you stop by for a chat sometime soon so we could catch up.

And damn, that knife is a beauty

-Lev
 
Max,
Sure is good to have you back.

I still have that neck knife you gave me at the Blade show a few years back, and Kristi uses the tap-tap you forged everyday in her jewelry work.

You don't have to be here everyday, just stick your head in a yell when you can. :)
 
Thanks KIT, lifter and Phil. I'll try and be more sociable. I forgot how much fun this place could be! :D
 
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