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CRKT Kangee T-Hawk Review
In many of the articles I have written, the research itself has been fun and enlightening. I did not know much about the origins of the American tomahawk until I brushed up for the Columbia River Knife & Tool Kangee … Continue reading
CRKT Provoke Knife Review
Back in 2022, I had an article published in The Armory Life that centered on the Columbia River Knife & Tool’s Provoke karambit. I liked the knife then and I still do. Handling this blade, I still marvel at the … Continue reading
I’m Back from my Disappearing Act
COVID kind of knocked me off the internet in 2020. I was busy at work with new protocols and procedures for handling the “pandemic.” Further, I retired from my job of 33 years and took up a new one. This … Continue reading
Making a Thin Blue Line Folding Knife
Although I am now mostly an administrator, I still serve as a sworn police officer. As a hobbyist knife maker, I wanted to build myself a Thin Blue Line folding knife to represent my profession. Contrary to some misguided opinions, … Continue reading
Invicta Pro Diver James Bond Watch
Fictional MI6 secret agent James Bond, as both the literary character and the Sean Connery film version, has fascinated me for much of my spyless adult existence. In keeping with my homage watch theme, I decided to make a 007-inspired … Continue reading
Bali Comp Video
This is a nice vid of the balisong competition at BLADE Show 2018. It sure was fun to watch. Wilson
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Best Moment of the Show
Hands down, my favorite moment of BLADE Show 2018 occurred as I wandered the custom makers’ tables. I overheard maker Carl Colson mention to show goers that he hailed from Florida. I circled back to his table and saw a … Continue reading
Balisong Class at BLADE Show 2018
Chuck Gedraitus taught us a balisong making class at BLADE Show. I photographed this Bowie-style butterfly that Mr. Gedraitus made and that he passed around as an example. This gent’s talent is unbelievable. He was a terrific instructor. This seminar … Continue reading
Bali-Comp Competition in Progress
Forty-eight competitors are flipping their fingers off at BLADE Show 2018!
The History of Buck Knives
If you are into Buck Knives, there is a 198-foot display at BLADE Show 2018 with the rich history of the Buck family and their legacy.