Thank you, Mr. Bose

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I'm pretty new to knife collecting and I have a few good knives. But I have to tell you Mr. Bose that I really enjoy two of your knives. The Swayback Jack and the Norfolk.
What a joy and pleasure to hold and use. There are very few days that one of these knives does not make it into my pocket. Some days both do. I'm an Executive Chef and I am always using them. From opening packing to cutting up garnishes.
So thanks for the knives.
Neal
 
He has another fan since I got my first TB a 6339! I wouldn't mine trying one of his other designs sometime.
 
telcontar said:
I'm pretty new to knife collecting and I have a few good knives. But I have to tell you Mr. Bose that I really enjoy two of your knives. The Swayback Jack and the Norfolk.
What a joy and pleasure to hold and use. There are very few days that one of these knives does not make it into my pocket. Some days both do. I'm an Executive Chef and I am always using them. From opening packing to cutting up garnishes.
So thanks for the knives.
Neal
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Thank you. The most important thing to me is cut. If they don't do that they are of no use to me. Come to the blade show and see the real thing.
 
I also think that Tony also deserves special recognition for his generous assistance to many, many other slipjoint makers. There are many fine makers who might not be where they are were it not for Tony's guidance.
 
wagglebee said:
I also think that Tony also deserves special recognition for his generous assistance to many, many other slipjoint makers. There are many fine makers who might not be where they are were it not for Tony's guidance.
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A true statement if ever there was one. I know first hand the couple of times I reached out to Tony he was generous with his time and postage fees. And the other facet of course is the inspiration that he instills in many fledgling makers, myself included.
 
In addition to everything else, we are indeed fortunate to have Tony share his time and wisdom with us here on this forum. I can't think of an instance where Tony wasn't available to answer a question or fill in some information.

Those of us lucky enough to own one or more of his (or Reese's) knives know just how special they are...but beyond that they are very gracious hosts at the Blade Show each year. The knives and the camaraderie are not to be missed.
 
My interest in traditional knives really took hold when I saw pictures of Tony Bose knives...they are as good as it gets, and he has inspired collectors, as well as knifemakers. I think he renewed the interest in traditional patterns that were once popular,but were somewhat forgotten, and now getting special treatment by many custom knifemakers for being great looking and working knives.
 
As Mr. Bose said, it's all about "cut". If it isn't designed to "cut" all the pretty ain't worth 2 fingers. There are but a handful of knife makers that hold this line of truth in their designs and they all seem to become legends. Pretty, the newest fad, bright colors, cool and relentless marketing for the groupie crowd doesn't make a knife "cut". What is a knife unless it was design to "cut".
Thanks Tony Bose,
Greg
 
In addition to one of the best knife makers I know, he is a great guy. I got my first opportunity to meet Tony at a Case Knife Event. I could listen to Tony for hours when he talks about knives and old knife companies. It has truly been a pleasure getting to know Tony over the last couple of years. Neal, The Blade Show is a great place to see his work first hand and get a chance to meet Tony. Hopefully you will be able to make it!
 
I'll throw in my thanks here, too. I am in love with my Sway Back Jack. I don't spend a lot of money on individual knives and I would not be able to own a knife as nice as the SBJ if it wasn't for Mr. Bose's willingness to work with Case and make sure they made it right. There is a reason it is the best thing that Case is putting out in that price range. The Norfolk...I would love one. They are gorgeous, but out of my price range. But I am honored to own a SBJ...heck, I wrote a love song about it. And if I ever have the money for a really nice custom knife, I know where it will come from.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgMtuUMMvnU
 
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I must say, I'm fairly new to traditional folders (in my adult life at least, I carried one as a boy), and have fallen hard and fast. I'm now starting to consider getting into making them, as I would love to own some of the hand made works of art from folks such as Mr. Bose, but at this point can not afford them. I hope to one day be good enough to feel right about selling my work, so I can use the funds to pay for works from other makers to add to my collection.

The works of Mr. Bose and several others have served as the primary inspiration for my desire to become a knifemaker. I'm just turning 30 this year, and I'd like Mr. Bose and others know that their work reviving these knives has not been in vain as concerns the younger generation. There are still people coming into this world that have love and respect for these knives.
 
iandh, your at the right place to get started with legends like Mr. Bose and Mr. Erickson hanging out here! I really like that cut saying even though I enjoy their beauty like my sowbelley I want it to cut!
 
LKJW said:
I'll throw in my thanks here, too. I am in love with my Sway Back Jack. I don't spend a lot of money on individual knives and I would not be able to own a knife as nice as the SBJ if it wasn't for Mr. Bose's willingness to work with Case and make sure they made it right. There is a reason it is the best thing that Case is putting out in that price range. The Norfolk...I would love one. They are gorgeous, but out of my price range. But I am honored to own a SBJ...heck, I wrote a love song about it. And if I ever have the money for a really nice custom knife, I know where it will come from.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgMtuUMMvnU
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Wow! What a great song! I played it for my 2 year old niece and she stood there moving (swaying I suppose) her head from side to side enjoying the song.

Another big thanks to Mr. Bose. It's is not difficult to see his influence among many, many great knifemakers. Of course, it is an honor when he shows up in this forum. He also has a great sense of humor. I recall a photo of him holding a shotgun while Reese is digging a hole. I'm sure that was a gag photo ... right? :)

I haven't had one again, but I reported here a couple of years ago where Mr. Bose ended up in a dream of mine. The guys had a good laugh.
 
texasflyfisher said:
Wow! What a great song! I played it for my 2 year old niece and she stood there moving (swaying I suppose) her head from side to side enjoying the song.
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Thanks Luciano! I play guitar all the time for my daughter (2 1/2)...when I'm not fishing. Even written some kids songs (along with a lot of folk and country and rock and ????). My daughter digs em. Thanks for the kind words, glad your niece enjoyed it. Lately, that's the most satisfaction I get from music, stoking out my daughter and my friends' kids. ;)

Had to write a song about the SBJ...I really do love that knife.
 
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