Unexpected skills from knives?

One thing I never expected when I got into knives is how much I've been able to express my creativity.

I have a one-off folder completed and two fixed blades in the works that I was pretty much able to do whatever I wanted design-wise. I love sitting down and collecting inspiration from tons of different places to put a project together.

As someone who never had to opportunity to learn how to make...well anything really, it's very rewarding to be able to work with a maker on a custom project.
 
My Granite-state brother, I couldn't agree more!! I work in wood and making things in steel has always been beyond my ability.....but the great craftsmen on this forum have allowed me the ability to explore a talent I never possessed!!

evanPGH said:
One thing I never expected when I got into knives is how much I've been able to express my creativity.

I have a one-off folder completed and two fixed blades in the works that I was pretty much able to do whatever I wanted design-wise. I love sitting down and collecting inspiration from tons of different places to put a project together.

As someone who never had to opportunity to learn how to make...well anything really, it's very rewarding to be able to work with a maker on a custom project.
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Patience, attention to details and appreciation for craftsmenship. Spending more money than I should. Started making knives. Better cutting technique.
 
SoCal_kid said:
Patience, sound mind, an eye for detail, a willingness to put myself into situations where people need help, and confidence. I wasnt lacking in confidence before, but Ive gained more ever since I started carrying knives. I just feel more capable and useful with a knife in my pocket.
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Thats the main thing I learned.
 
Freehand sharpening, balisong tricks, knowledge of different types of steels, attention to detail, and the lesson of you get what you pay for.
 
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