Several weeks ago I called a friend of mine and asked about some knives he made. I was looking for something in the 3" to 4" range that would fit comfortably on my belt. I honestly didn't know if I could afford one of his knives because I knew of his quality. I really thought I'd inquire then wind up running to the sporting goods store and buying a gerber, buck, or something like that. In our phone conversation he began to ask me what kind of steel I preferred and what kind of grip material I liked. I had to hang my head and admit my lack of education on the matter. He told me that if I would trust him he would make a knife that he thought I would love.....
Well today my wife told me that he wanted me to come by, I called him and told him I was on the way. When I got there he handed me this...
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I was utterly speachless, I've never held a more beautiful piece of craftsmanship. He hand made the blade then made the grip out of a salvaged 100 year old piece of maple from the mill from the town I grew up in! This tugged at my heart strings since my family and I are getting ready to move out further into the country. Afterwards he said " it's gonna cost ya". He said "I want a picture of the first deer, or turkey you kill while carrying it". I was blown away. Ill forever be in his debt for this gift.
Nice blade!
Bisch
Awesome looking knife and a heck of a fellow he must be. I know you will cherish it.
The generosity makes the knife even more special. What a beauty.
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Nice blade!
Bisch
I really like the shape of the blade to. Great friend to have. Get him on here as a sponsor.
An heirloom for your children is born.
A priceless gift.
Man what a beautiful knife and even better friend!!
Beautiful and such a generous gift!
Great looking knife. A gift you will enjoy for many years to come. You have a good and generous friend.
A beautiful knife! You are rich in friends!
Beautiful Knife!
The story and the knife---WOW!!!!
Great knife and better friend.....I'm sure you will cherish them both....
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Glenn
A generous spirit gifts both the giver and the receiver. You are both truly blessed. Thanks for sharing.
QuoteOriginally posted by non-typical:
A generous spirit gifts both the giver and the receiver. You are both truly blessed. Thanks for sharing.
I can't improve on how Tom expressed himself.
I am in 100% agreement.
God bless,Mudd
:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :)
Priceless
He makes a nice Knife. Congrats on your freindship.
Very nice!
Beautiful knife & friend!
You have both a great friend and nice knife. Treasure them both.
It is a rare treasure to have that good a friend. You are lucky, indeed. The knife is very nice.
Congrats on a great looking knife! Friends are a great asset in this world, I am thankful for mine friends!
Carried my new knife out this morning on my first deer hunt on my new land. I never saw a deer but did run into a couple of these fellas.
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I hope my buddy appreciates this even though it's not a deer, meant a lot to me. That blade made short work of the skinning job. Now that scrumptious little rascal has joined a friend baking in a pot pie in my oven as I type.
Outstanding story! :clapper: :clapper:
Cherish the knife, but cherish the friend even more! You are very lucky to have such a friend in your life.