The rubber glovers

Slice-E said:
I believe this behavior stems from practices in other hobbies that have transcended into different spheres. Initially observed in high-end jewelry or luxury item handling, such as exquisite watches or rings, the habit of wearing gloves has become associated with prestige and value perception. The ritual of wearing rubber or nitrile gloves while handling such items has ingrained the notion that it elevates the perceived worth of the object.

Furthermore, the desire to maintain the pristine condition of delicate items, like knives, by preventing the transfer of fingerprints or hand oils, serves as another motivator for wearing gloves. Additionally, some individuals may opt for gloves due to personal hygiene concerns or to avoid potentially offending others with visibly unkempt hands.

Undoubtedly, human behavior can be multifaceted and subject to various motivations. While these are some prevalent reasons, the spectrum of human quirks suggests an infinite array of possible explanations.
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In all seriousness I agree and do think as I originally mentioned, it’s primarily a schtick to imply a greater value to the knife. It’s a little insulting to the community when ya think about it. To think we would fall for such shenanigans. 😂
 
mitchnola said:
In all seriousness I agree and do think as I originally mentioned, it’s primarily a schtick to imply a greater value to the knife. It’s a little insulting to the community when ya think about it. To think we would fall for such shenanigans. 😂
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Lots of dealers have been doing it, one that I can think of is PVK Vegas.
 
Slice-E said:
Lots of dealers have been doing it, one that I can think of is PVK Vegas.
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I’m not really talking about dealers or makers but when I see it here on the exchange or other secondary markets by joe schmos. Where the knife is obviously used and their not even the original owners.

I mean why not just take the picture of it on a table and claim it’s never been touched by human hands!😂
 
mitchnola said:
I’m not really talking about dealers or makers but when I see it here on the exchange or other secondary markets by joe schmos. Where the knife is obviously used and their not even the original owners.

I mean why not just take the picture of it on a table and claim it’s never been touched by human hands!😂
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Oh my gosh I had no idea you meant people on the forums, that is hilarious 😆
 
I once took pictures of a NIB PM2 to sell here, and because I had latex gloves in my pocket from work, I used them so I didn’t put fingerprints on the knife. Fingerprints can make the knife appear used or potentially trap moisture which leads to rust. Only did it that one time because I happened to still be wearing work clothes and taking pictures of a NIB knife.
 
I don't know about rubber gloves but there are YT videos of people handling them with white cotton gloves--- that nasty skin oil really does a number on the untouchable knives I'd wager
 
Well, look at this way: if they are wearing gloves, buyer beware. If you buy their knife, there's still a chance you might get blisters and warts on all the parts of your own face after you've handled the knife.

Wash your hands before you eat!

And

Monkey Pox!
 
I'll jump in on this....
I wear rubber gloves to handle my traditional knives and there's a reason.
Many years ago I was heavy on buying and more than once I would find a Colonial, Case or many other brands out at Flea markets with fingerprint ridges rusted onto the blade or rubbed into the patina. Since then it's been gloves only on my traditional that I don't carry. Most knives these days don't have just carbon steel blades, so you don't have that problem.
 
I don’t think it’s inherently deceptive or misleading. It could just be a way to put less emphasis on the hands and more on the knife. Sort of like those ninjas in stage plays moving around the furniture and set decorations. Watch reviewers use those gloves all the time.

Don’t mind ‘em and I don’t think I ever paid those gloves any attention in the past lol.
 
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