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The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 53 - Loveless, Labors, Lost - John DentonArguably R.W. Loveless is one of, if not the most influential knife maker and designer in the last century. Bob's designs are some of the most copied and reproduced in the market today, and you can see his impact on knife making in a majority of knives made as well. Bob was an enigmatic man, as notable for his generosity as his tantrums, and those who knew him personally either loved, loathed, or did business out of love and trepidation. It's hard to decouple the man, the myth, the legend of Bob Loveless from...2024-08-162h 06The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 52 - Striking Knife Gold - Jim SornbergerI find that every time I talk to the old guard of knifemaker, how fortunate I am to be in a time where knowledge is so accessible. For the pioneers in custom and handmade knives, every ounce of knowledge could be attributes to an egregious amount of "want to", in order to get anything done.For the OG knifemaker that's stood the test of time like Jim Sornberger, that want to has been married with an undying passion for knives and art, that's managed to weather a lot of storms since the 70s. ...2024-07-222h 16The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 51 - One Hand Washes The Other - Matt MartinThe world of knives has taken me down a lot of rabbit holes, which I just consider paths to a destination I'm not aware of yet. On the road to understanding the universe, I stumbled into Matt Martin, knife maker at Vehement Knives. I've had Matt on the podcast before, but in a much earlier stage, where I think he was just doing me favor to help give the show street cred, but it turned into great conversation, a deeper understanding of him, and I'm eternally thankful. He's been a constant companion to...2024-06-133h 13The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 50 - M.A.C.K. Daddy - Princeton WongI think sometimes it's easy to look at successful people and think that it was a gift, miracle or privilege that got them where they are. But for every success we see as outsiders looking in, there were thousands of mistakes, roadblocks and discouragements that got between that person and their success.The ones who make it into the stream of our consciousness forced their way into it, like salmon running against a great current. Princeton Wong, his wife Mimi and his beautiful children are what I see when I follow Prince Customs...2024-06-042h 03The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 49 - Lifelong Toil & Breaking Knife Soil - Bruce VoylesLewis Carroll once wrote “One of the deep secrets of life is that all that is really worth the doing is what we do for others.” I can't imagine a more fitting way to identify what Bruce Voyles surely discovered at an early age. Sure, a life in knives and his passion for it has garnered him his own freedoms and success, but much like Carroll, Bruce has used his words and life energy to paint for us the most glorious picture of how the knife world could be, and through an immense work ethic, he's turned his imagination into...2024-06-013h 23The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 48 - Making A Good Impression - Steve ShacklefordKnives run deep in America as the quintessential companion of the avid outdoorsman, working man and woman, boy and girl, every day carrier, and collector alike. In the early 70's, the emergence of The Knifemakers' Guild and American Bladesmith Society captured a boom of handmade knifemakers in America, and with it, came the American Blade magazine, edited by Blackie Collins. In 1982, after being purchased by Jim Parker and Bruce Voyles, the name was changed to Blade, and within it's first few years under the helm of Bruce Voyles, saw the early stages of what we now know...2024-05-211h 04The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 47 - Beautiful People are Forged in Fire - J. Neilson & Shelley MarieKnife makers, as much as they can be celebrities within our industry, are often not well known outside of it. With tens of millions of people seeing him judge on Forged in Fire over the last 9 years of the show, J. Neilson has reached meteoric attention in the public eye, is a household name, and you may think that all of that attention would go to a guy's head. For J, It hasn't. He's one of the most humble guys, with a great sense of humor, and is a superb mastersmith to boot. Shelley and J make a great...2024-05-171h 24The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 46 - Southern Hospitality Pt.1 - Paul LuskThere are few luxuries in life like sharing heartfelt time with friends and family. Even more seldom is when your children connect with you on something, and share your passion and intrigue. I've been blessed that to some extent, all of our children have been interested in knives and knife culture, and championed the work I'm doing myself. We all play a role in how this business operates, and I love that about us. I got to sit down with illustrious Paul Lusk in this two part series, and talk about his journey in knives and his work in...2024-05-101h 05The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 45 - Livin' Knives The Hard Way - Evan NicolaidesThere's a culture inside of knives, and especially knife shows, where we all seem to be fans of our fellow knifemakers. We can meet a knifemaker for the first time, and feel like we're old friends. We can sit and geek out on sometimes the smallest aspects of knives, and fill hours with each other. Companionship, camaraderie, and mutual respect feed great conversations, and build lifelong friendships. Evan Nicolaides is one of those people that is really easy to like. He's a wealth of knowledge, tries new things all the time, and is willing to push his fellow makers t...2024-05-063h 37The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 44 - The Mind Behind Martial Blade Concepts - Michael JanichI've had the honor to speak with some of the greatest living knifemakers on this podcast, and pick their brains about their craftsmanship and creativity in the industry. But with all things, I try to expand the collective consciousness of my listeners, and my guest Michael Janich very much does the same with everyone he comes in contact with. As the brain behind Martial Blade Concepts and as Special Projects Coordinator at Spyderco, Michael combines his deep level of knowledge on edged-weapons and their use within martial arts and self protection with real world and intimate utilization of blades...2024-04-273h 40The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Social Media Sucks For KnifemakersI have been asked this question a lot, and it's to quantify the role social media plays in the knifemaking industry, and how to break away from reliance on it. Listen to the micro podcast, it should evoke some ideas as to how you'll personally go about this. Remember, a like or a follow does not equal a sale, and social media does not validate your own worth as a craftsman. It's important to have self-esteem and not rely on these social engines to make or break you, and I try to outline what is happening with these platforms...2024-04-1613 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 43 - Frontiering Functional Art - Shawn ShropshireAt the end of April, the Oklahoma Knife Group (Previously the Knife Group Association of Oklahoma (KGA)) will be hosting its knife show. And on the doorstep of that, I thought it'd be great to talk to Shawn Shropshire - President, and talk about the group, their over 25 years of association, and its growth over the past several years after it's rebrand. But, what I really wanted to dig into was Shawn's particular avenue of knives, including his work in frontier knives. With over 20 years of knifemaking under his belt, the thing that strikes me about Shawn is his...2024-04-151h 46The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 42 - Fantasy Meets Function - Steven RamosSometimes I get the opportunity to talk to folks that make me think I don't have a lick of creativity in me. Well...Probably more than sometimes. But that's what's cool about being a podcast host in this particular vein of knifemaking, that I get to immerse myself in the conversations of people that inspire me, at the same time get me introspective. Steven Ramos is one of those guys that just exudes cool ideas and a talent to articulate them in steel and stone, and I sometimes envy the austere yet passionate way he conveys his love of...2024-03-281h 29The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 41 - Lucky Lucky - John HorriganJohn Horrigan is one of those men that makes you better by being in his presence. A true blue God fearing American, that holds his knife art in humble regards, but his reverence for the craft of knifemaking with great esteem. Maybe at first I thought John was unapproachable because of this, but he's one of the kindest and most thoughtful people out there, and really shines bright in our industry. It's not a wonder that he's won awards, achieved Master Smith with the ABS, is a member of The Knifemakers' Guild, or is generally acknowledged as one of...2024-03-091h 33The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 40 - From Farrier to Knife Famous - Kelly Vermeer VellaKelly Vermeer Vella is a rare bird, because as high as she soars, she still seems to have two feet firmly planted on the ground. In every success, award, and other achievement I see her get, I am always rooting for her. Probably because she represents the underdog in her demeanor, and also embodies the superstar. This kind of enigma in knife culture is what drew me to her work, and wanting to have her as a guest on the show. Who doesn't want to get to know someone who seems to be untainted by fame, and as down...2024-03-071h 21The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 39 - Encapsulating Magic - DellanaThe cat's out of the bag, and in the inaugural FIRST PODCAST for Dellana...EVER, I got to sit down with her and talk about some heavy-hitting ideas in how to conjure up the stuff that mesmerizes and enchants us all. Dellana has made an international name for herself in both her jewelry and knife art for the last 48+ years, and is still busy creating some of them most gobsmacking artwork in the knife industry. Her ease of conversation and profound wisdom is timeless, and her vivacious energy and passion for expression is intoxicating. I thoroughly enjoyed talking to...2024-01-192h 51The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 38 - High & Tight Knives - Neal GreenI've always admired the military man because of the regimen and order that encapsulates the service. Neal Green embodies his career in the U.S. Army in his knives in a way that follows a structured and clean look, but also gives way to his creative eye by allowing him to play with themes and materials, to juxtapose order in an otherwise chaotic medium. His knives and leatherwork are some of the cleanest out there for a "new" knifemaker, and his personality and enthusiasm for the craft is a tide that levels all boats. I got to spend some q...2024-01-122h 15The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 37 - Second to None - Bob TerzuolaPart of this vocation of podcasting is really being able to nerd out over my heroes. The other, of course, is to act as an archivist for what will assuredly be some of the few conversations the world will get with legendary figures in knives. Though I hope that in every conversation, there stems more and more, and we get to keep national knife treasures like Bob Terzuola for a long time, the reality is, we all move on from this life. This sobering reality gives me pause, and frames my desire to get in as many of those...2023-12-042h 13The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 36 - The Neurosis of Art & Knives - Andrea de LeonIn this world, it's easy to get lost in the fact that people don't often get the opportunity to share a connection of passion or desire. But within art and knives, there is a common thread of self expressionism that weaves its way through the medium, and binds us as people, in ways that is often surprising. In talking to Andrea de Leon about her own journey through art, and her application of it in knives, we get to talk about the weaving of ideas and evocation, and how thinking not just outside of the box, but deeply into...2023-11-112h 16The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 35 - Freedom to Grind - Alex HarrisonAlex Harrison from Night Watch Knives is a constant companion of mine, in that we commiserate about knives, a lot. There's always some new challenge, problem, or idea that forces us to put on our thinking caps, and he's a go-to for me to get feedback, especially the brutally honest kind. That's what I like about him. Alex is constantly evolving, and whether its days, weeks or months in between chit chats, I always find him doing something a little bit different than the last interaction. As my first repeat guest, we sit and meander through topics, but with...2023-10-252h 05The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 34 - The Republic of Knives - TexasIn probably my most ambitious attempt at a show, I sat down with not one, but SIX knifemakers, who are also Texans, at the Lost Pines Knife Show, to talk about knives. Though most would expect the punchline of "What do you get when you put six Texans in a room together?" to be "a lot of blah blah how great Texas is", what I got was a very humble, proud and thoughtful group of makers that yes, love our great state, but also endeavor to make it the best state in the union to cultivate knifemaking, and encourage...2023-10-143h 12The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 33 - The Keanison Way - Bryan MontalvoIt's said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and especially in knives, ones ability to garner the eye of the community, is sometimes intrinsic to the knife design itself. Whether you appreciate art for the sake of itself, or consider functional art such as Keanison Knives' creations that way, it's really up to you. For me, I have spent quite a bit of time ogling Bryan and Will's work, and marveling at how their knives can be both totally usable, and extremely appealing, and spark an authentic fascination in a way I can't fully describe. Bryan...2023-10-072h 09The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 32 - Grasping for Fireflies - Grace HorneI've thought a lot about how to speak of my experience with Grace in a way that is not just fanboy'ish, but I find myself coming up short while writing, every time. The reality is, Grace Horne represents a rare breed of artisan that just...inspires. It's not just her knife and scissor work that fascinates me, but her entire outlook on life and her innate ability to make you feel at home speaking to her. Maybe it's the thoughtfulness and deep engagement in our conversation, maybe it's how knowledgeable she is, or any number of other emotions that...2023-09-232h 15The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 31 - Great people help great artisans become greater - Alicia Newton (Bladeshow)In 1982, Bruce Voyles and Jim Parker did something spectacular - they started Blade Show. Bruce and Jim co-owned Blade Magazine at the time, and decided to start a show that was originally advertised as 'The Blade Magazine 1982 Knife Show', per Steve Shackleford in a May 25, 2021 online article for Blade Magazine. Within a few short years, Bladeshow became the largest knife show ever, and as they say, the rest is history.As knifemakers, it's easy to get focused so much on our work and self-expression, that we also become self-involved. But there are reminders of how much we...2023-09-132h 08The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 30 - From the Swamp to the Stars - Tony SeverioI'm reminded constantly of the duality of the human condition within knives. As diverse as the knifemaking community is, at it's core, we all share a common bond, not of knives, but of our experiences that lead us to create, knifes being the creative medium we choose. This is no truer than for Tony Severio, a real Louisiana renaissance man. Whether it's his humble beginnings in the bayous, his vast experience in the film and movie industry, his knifemaking, or the way he captivates the imagination of others with his down-to-earth perspective on life, you will quickly tell that...2023-09-071h 49The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 29 - Herculean Heirloom Folders - Johnny StoutIn the landscape of knifemakers, Texas boasts some of the most mystical craftsman within knives today. But, for early makers like Johnny Stout, Texas wasn't always the place to be if you wanted to easily learn how to make them. Given Johnny's rise to the top of the ladder in art and fine folding knives, you might be surprised to know the humble beginnings he came from. As a maker of over 40 years, Johnny has achieved the prestigious position of being a member of the Art Knife Invitational (AKI), has been in The Knifemakers' Guild with some of the...2023-08-311h 47The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 28 - Everyone's Favorite Knife Dad - Gary LangleyIt's a pleasure to sit down and talk to people you admire, and who encourage you through things that you are passionate about. I wouldn't be exactly where I'm at if it wasn't for that attention, from a charismatic, patient and thoughtful person like Gary Langley. Gary lives and makes knives in Dumas, Texas, a stones throw away from Oklahoma and New Mexico, and along with making knives, he's also an avid photographer, along with his wife, and a retiree from oil and gas. In addition to making knives off and on for well into 40 years, he's also the...2023-08-231h 38The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Micro RebootOn this episode of the Micro Podcasts, I talk about my vision for the podcast that I've been hyper focused on, and rebooting the micro podcasts, to add some variety and new perspective into the overall podcast. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-08-1709 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 27 - Michelangelo of Metal - Spencer AplinIn the craft of blades, you encounter some enigmatic creatures that knock your socks off, and this maker is one of them! Spencer Aplin of STA Custom Knives and The Stag Depot talks to me about his style of blades, artistry, pedagogy, and his journey through knives. Spencer and I talk about how we got to know each other better through my child at a knife showHe then talks about makers who've influenced himWe talk about forging one's own path and the patience required to get other people to noticeSpencer talks some about his technique in s...2023-08-172h 08The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 26 - Knives and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance - Nick HuffIt's days that I get to shoot the bull with people like this that my mind is really provoked. I got to talk to knife maker, motorcycle enthusiast, musician, artist, husband, dad, and grandpa, Nick Huff. Nick is a knifemaker out of Fort Worth, Texas, and I've known him going on five years now. We sit down to talk knives, lives, motorcycles, music, and more!We talk some about social media presence, and the commitment it takes to keep up with itWe talk about branding and how that plays a role in conveying yourself to an...2023-08-032h 31The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 25 - A Road Less Traveled - Bill RodenI had the opportunity to talk to Bill Roden, a long time knife collector, recent knifemaker out of Northlake, Texas. Bill shares his early life, career and getting into knife collectingHe also shares collecting GEC knives, Tom Krein, and Chris TaylorBill talks about his first experiences in making knivesWe talk about Bill's essential tremors and knifemaking with a disabilityBill shares his use of the Moen Tooling grind platen and grind fixtureWe talk about sone of Bill's recent works and project growthWe also talk about Bill's sales growth, collector circles, social media effort, and much more!Y...2023-07-261h 09The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 24 - Mythical Man of Mosaic - Steve SchwarzerI had the pleasure to talk to renowned ABS Mastersmith, inventor and re-inventor of numerous forging and knifemaking techniques, and all around charismatic guy, Steve Schwarzer. We talk about knife history, tribal knowledge, and steel technology over timeSteve and I talk about the ABS test process, cross-disciplinary knowledge, and functional testing and heat treatingSteve talks about his early experiences in mosaic damascusSteve also talks about his initial exposure to blacksmithing and bladesmithing and his relationship with Jimmy SchmidtWe also talk about his learning from other makers such as Spencer Aplin, working with Will Stelter, and moreSteve t...2023-07-191h 51The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 23 - He's a Trip - Trip Miller - Pt. 2I got to talk to a cool knowledgable dude named Trip Miller, a collector and aficionado of pocket knives, especially slipjoints, and we talk about his start in knife collecting, and some of his thoughts around the knife market, and collecting industry as a whole.We talk pricing handmade knives, collection price & value pointsWe also talk about market share, and maker growth path investmentWe discuss after-market pricing and value over timeWe talk about after market pricing specifically on how it affects maker pricingWe also talk about maker output, wait lists, show stock, pre-show selling, brand building...2023-07-111h 01The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 22 - He's a Trip - Trip Miller - Pt. 1I got to talk to a cool knowledgable dude named Trip Miller, a collector and aficionado of pocket knives, especially slipjoints, and we talk about his start in knife collecting, and some of his thoughts around the knife market, and collecting industry as a whole.Trip talks a little about what got him into collecting early onWe talk about how awesome Dave Nemerson isTrip and I discuss the importance of investing in the relationship between maker and collectorTrip also talks about his early use of knives in his life, and tells us a little more about...2023-07-051h 02The Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 21 - He's A Household Name - Bobby HouseI got to talk to rising star Bobby House about a lot of things, including his slipjoint making, being part of the South Texas Slipjoint Cartel, and of course, got to learn a lot about him as a person.Bobby talks about his ranching experience, moving to Pleasanton, and his work in the oil fieldWe talk hunting, fishing and country livingBobby shares what got him into knifemakingWe talk about his affiliation with the Slipjoint Cartel, and how it got startedBobby talks about Pat West and making a knife for himWe talk about the support and charitable efforts seen...2023-06-291h 23The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Dovetailed BolstersIn this Micro Podcast episode, I talk about dovetailed bolsters, some methods for making them, and tricks in hiding pins, getting your geometry right, and contouring order of operation.Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-06-2715 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Podcast UpdatesIn this Micro Podcast episode, I talk about what all has been going on with me, the show, thoughts for the future, and ways you can help interact with me to give me feedback so I can make this podcast the best it can be!Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-06-2414 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 20 - Jack of All Trades - Brad JansenI had the pleasure of sitting down recently with Journeyman Smith and tradesman Brad Jansen, to learn about his endeavors within the American Bladesmith Society, his work in slipjoints, and tooling creation. Brad tells us a little of his career, start in the trades, and interest in hunting, fishing and knivesHe also talks about getting into the ABS, and the journey to JSWe talk about some of the specifics of how to get to JS in the ABS and the work required for certificationWe also talk about slipjoints, and the challenges and passion with making themWe t...2023-06-2157 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Knife WaxIn this Micro Podcast episode, I talk a little about knife wax, its purpose, and a few brands I have used in my knifemaking. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-06-2005 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Groups, Guilds & Personal GrowthIn this Micro Podcast episode, I talk about groups, guilds, associations, their benefits, pitfalls, and considerations when setting yourself apart in your knife making artistry. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-06-1616 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 19 - Arkansas Living Treasure - Lin RheaI got the opportunity to talk to ABS Mastersmith & Bowie fanatic, Lin Rhea (Ray) about everything from knife philosophy, to Bowie knife history, and a ton more. Lin is a fantastic teacher, mentor, and historical blacksmith, promoting traditional knifemaking and emboldening the knifemaking industry to reach deeper into themselves to produce their art. We talk Lin's surname, and his Scottish heritageLin talks about his early beginnings, and his introduction into knives and knife makingHe talks about taking his first knifemaking class in 2002Lin talks about his love for traditional tools and the art of historic blacksmithing, a...2023-06-151h 44The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - The Big To Do of Vintage MicartaIn this Micro Podcast episode, I talk about vintage micarta, the "Westinghouse Craze" and fads associated with micarta, as well as the general market, and egregious prices you'll see. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-06-1217 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Is Time Money?In this Micro Podcast episode, I talk about the time investment component of making knives, and try to help you understand that if the work is worth it, spend the time it take to do a job well.Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-06-0909 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 18 - Live Action Yukon Cornelius - Luke SwensonI got to steal some time (but not his hat) and talk with award winning slipjoint maker, whiskey aficionado, Yukon Cornelius look-alike, the marvelous and debonair - Luke Swenson, to talk about life, knives, shows, and a ton more. Luke talks about growing up in South Texas, and his earliest memories of knivesHe talks about his stint in the Navy, firefighting, and a little about his familyLuke also talks about his prostate cancer diagnosis, remission, relapse, and retirement, that sprung him into making knivesLuke talks about his shift from fixed blades to slipjoints after meeting Bill Ru...2023-06-071h 14The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Doing Shows, Online Culture, and Building Your BusinessIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about show circuits, online relationship building, and the work it takes to build culture around your work. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-06-0517 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Selling your work & collector supportIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about about some of the ways makers sell their work, the investment that goes into producing it, and how important the collector/customer feedback loop is to encourage makers.Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-06-0317 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 17 - Every Dave Carry - David NemersonAaron got the opportunity to talk to a great collector in the pocket knife community: David Nemerson. Dave's representation of his collection can be found on his instagram and Facebook profiles Every Dave Carry, and his commentary and support of premier makers can be seen also on several Facebook groups. We got to sit down, and talk about collecting in the current pocket knife, especially the slipjoint market. Dave introduces himself, and what got him into knife collectingWe talk a little about material choices along with patterns in choosing to collect particular pocket knivesWe discuss the maker market f...2023-05-311h 08The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Knifemaking VideosIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about knifemaking videos, selecting the appropriate online video for your needs including Chris Crawford, Kyle Royer, and Jason Knight, and the value gained by doing video learning. Some top makers' pages for knifemaking videos: Chris Crawford, Kyle Royer, Jason Knight.Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-05-2908 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Good Cause Raffles (GRC)In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about Good Cause Raffles or GRCs, what they are, how they work, and some thoughts around an appropriate scenario where starting one for the benefit of another is called for. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-05-2710 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 16 - The Real McCoy - Jake McCoyAaron had a chance to talk to up and coming knifemaker, mentored by Tony Marfione, and Edison Barajas & Sebastian Berenji - Jake McCoy of McCoy Bladeworks. We talk about Jake's early exposure to knives as a 12 year old at Blade Show AtlantaJake mentions his relationship with Marfione family, and his apprenticeship at Microtech KnivesHe also talks moving to Miami, meeting his wife, working with Edison Barajas, and moving back to GAWe talk social media and Teagan running his communityWe talk about Jake's friendship with Ramon Chavez of Chavez Knife and Tools, hanging out at shows, and his parent's s...2023-05-241h 04The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Surface GrindersIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about surface grinders, including flat platens, attachments for 2x72s, belt converted floor units, and stone units. He talks about uses, drawbacks, and setup and basic considerations for using stone surface grinders. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-05-2315 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Knifemaking Freedom of InformationIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about information, misinformation, and disinformation, in the age of the internet, and how to think about ways to gain facts instead of conjecture. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-05-2010 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 15 - Dr. Steel - Larrin ThomasAaron got to pick the brain of one of the most influential contributors to modern knifemaking metallurgy and literature - Dr. Larrin Thomas. Larrin is the author of the famous KnifeSteelNerds.com website, as well as two books, the most recent being The Story of Knife Steel – Innovators Behind Modern Damascus and Super Steels. Larrin introduces himself and we talk Pennsylvania amusement parksWe talk about Larrin's father, Devin Thomas and his influence on LarrinLarrin talks about his dad getting into the Cutlery Hall of FameWe discuss Larrin's education and path to PhD in Metallurgical and Materials Eng...2023-05-171h 08The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Nail NicksIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about nail nicks, and utilizing stones to cut them, along with his method and tips and tricks for getting a good cut. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-05-1711 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - StipplingIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about stippling and where we see it in different art forms, along with tooling and methods for applying it to your knives.Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-05-1206 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 14 - Learning Old Guard In A New Age - Craig BrosmanAaron got to talk shop with rising knifemaker Craig Brosman, on this episode of the podcast. Craig is a knifemaker in Indiana, and has focused his efforts towards learning from the old-guard of knifemakers, applying knowledge collected to put a new spin on traditional design concepts. Craig talks some about himself, his full-time job, and his early exposure to knives and knife makingCraig discusses early knife classes with John ShoreWe talk some about different technical and design aesthetics of other makersCraig talks knife education and his next phase of personal evolutionCraig tells about his time studying W.D. P...2023-05-101h 30The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Engine Turning/Jeweling/GuillochéIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about the history of Guilloché, engine turning or jeweling, and some of the modern uses in knives. He also talks about methods for accomplishing it in your own work.Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-05-0905 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 13 - A Giant On The Shoulders of Giants - S. R. JohnsonAaron had the amazing opportunity to speak with a man behind Loveless knives fame, a true visionary of fine knives, one of Steve Shackleford's Greatest Living Knifemakers, and a humble servant of the knife community - S. R. "Steve" Johnson on this episode of the podcast.Steve talks about his life growing up, his family, and his early exposure in knivesWe talk about Steve's experience with Gil Hibben and his first knifeHe talks about his experience working with Harvey Draper and Rod Chappel, and Buster WarenskiSteve talks about A.G. Russell introducing him to Bob Loveless & his time...2023-05-061h 22The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Knife Making & WebsitesIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about websites for knifemaking, issues with social media limitations on knives and knife sales, and how to go about starting a website and driving traffic to it. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-05-0214 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - The Fundamentals of Mastery In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about the process from going from rudiments and fundamentals of knifemaking and craftsmanship, to mastery.Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-04-2910 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 12 - The Baron of Balisong - Squid Industries' Lucas CaoAaron gets an opportunity to talk balisong/butterfly knives, the flipping community, and knife entrepreneurship with Squid Industries founder Lucas Cao. Lucas gives a quick introduction to what balisongs are and how he got into flippingWe talk a little about Lucas collecting balisongs and some of his custom built knivesLucas talks about his parents factory and how it helped him start Squid IndustriesLucas also talk about his education track and growing Squid IndustriesWe talk a little about CNC machining and equipmentWe get into a little of the...2023-04-271h 01The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Knife Shows & Product QualityIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about preparing work for shows, how to evaluate when your products are done, comparing variation knife to knife, and some ideas on ways to think about quality of work.Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-04-2512 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Shop Tips, Files, Glue, Layout Fluid & MoreIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about various tips and tricks for speeding up processes in the shop with superglue, layout dye, dying material, filing and using file guides, and more.Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-04-2217 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 11 - A Brief History of Pocket Knives - Neal PunchardAaron talks pocket knives and pocket knife history with the illustrious Neal Punchard. Neal is a staff correspondent at Knife Magazine, several time published author, knife historian, and an avid knife collector. Neal introduces himself and talks about his early exposure to knivesWe talk about Neal's transition into being a book authorWe talk historical research and writing in the age of the internetNeal highlights his attendance of the Eugene, Oregon Knife Show this yearWe talk a little about Rhidian Knives and his awards at the showWe discuss traditional pocket knife pattern revitalizationNeal gives a picture of when spring, l...2023-04-191h 10The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Professional Vs. Personal Heat TreatingIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about heat treating at home, and professional heat treating, caveats, investment, and turn-around times. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-04-1510 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 10 - Texas' Patron Saint of Scrimshaw - Linda Karst StoneAaron gets some time to discuss scrimshaw and scrimshaw history, ivory bans, and a touch of Hollywood with the venerable, and delightful Linda Karst Stone. Linda gives a little insight into her upbringing and introduction into ScrimshawShe also explains what scrimshaw is and a history of itWe talk a little about scrimshaw materialsLinda gives some insight into ivory bans and CITES, including current state of ivory useWe discuss some of Linda's favorite scenes to scrimshaw and a few of the legendary knifemakers she's worked withWe talk about scrimshaw as a business, it's evolution/devolution in knife shows, etc.L...2023-04-121h 01The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Laser Uses In KnifemakingIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about the many uses of lasers in knifemaking, types, free design software and general costs.Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-04-1112 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Preparing for Knife ShowsIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about preparing for knife shows, and the culture of knife shows, costs, tips and thoughts around conduct. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-04-0817 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 9 - Live Vehemently - Matt MartinAaron Lawvere gets to talk shop and philosophy with Matt Martin of Vehement Knives.Matt talks a little about his career prior to knives, and how he transitioned into being a full-time knifemakerWe talk Matt's aesthetic, and his war blades inspirationMatt talks about his obsession with detail, and his visual mentors such as Buster Warkenski, Bob Loveless and Steve JohnsonWe talk a little about perfecting basics before slapping on "wiz-bang" materialWe discuss the culture of Matt's following on social mediaAaron and Matt talk about some of the philosophy of encouraging others in the craft, and it's effectsWe talk...2023-04-061h 22The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - AbrasivesIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about the saying "treat abrasive like it's free" and how he thinks about using it to maximize investment per abrasive operation. He also talks a little about Gesswein stones, grit progression, and areas where you should discard abrasive without squeezing blood from a rock. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-04-0412 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 8 - Greatest Living Knifemaker, Pioneer of the Cut & Shoot - Bruce BumpAaron Lawvere & Chris Crawford had the extreme pleasure of speaking with ABS Master Smith, one of Steve Shackleford's Greatest Living Knifemakers, and a pioneer of the Cut & Shoot "dual-threat" model of knife and gun combinations - Bruce Bump on this episode of the podcast.Bruce shares a little of his life and background, and living in Walla Walla, Washington, including his early experience with knives as a Cub ScoutBruce talks a little about his early days in knives from being a motorcycle mechanic, and joining the ABSWe talk a little about Cut & Shoots, inspiration and how Bruce got...2023-03-2950 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - This Too Shall PassIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about Chris's departure from the show, and a little about the why behind it. He also talks about preserving and respecting personal time in life and in the craft. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-03-2905 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Shop EfficiencyIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about shop efficiency and ways to think about different processes, to narrow down shop inefficiency in your shop.Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-03-2307 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Pantographs 101In this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about some history of pantographs, how they're using in knifemaking, finding one, and some caveats to owning them.Helpful LinksChris Crawford's Pantographs 101Chris Crawford's Pantograph TemplatesChris Crawford's Intro to the Proxxon PantographText me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-03-2311 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Sale Slump? Adopt A KnifemakerIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about the state of knife sales and the economic impact to makers in the market today, and implores customers to support your makers, and how important it is to the continuation of the craft and innovation.Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-03-2210 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Joining The Knifemakers' GuildIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks a little about joining The Knifemakers' Guild, the inspection process, and some of the reasons he joined the Guild. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-03-1613 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 7 - Fixed Blade Finesse with Night Watch Knives - Alex HarrisonAaron Lawvere & Chris Crawford had the opportunity to talk fixed blades and knife business with Kansas City, MO royal - Alex Harrison from Night Watch Knives, on this episode of the podcast.Alex talks about how he got into building his first knives and his early exposure to knivesWe all agree how awesome Matt Martin isWe talk knife aesthetic, finishing, and knife designAaron goes tangental on hominid knives and prison shanks?Chris steps in to correlate slip ergonomics to mechanism relationshipWe talk Alex's Interloper knife and designAlex shares some about order process and criteria for successWe...2023-03-151h 14The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Life Events & Expectation SettingIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about almost dying from food poisoning, how he contemplated delays to work, and some ideas on expectation setting when life events cause delays. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-03-1407 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Knife Show EtiquetteIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about knife show etiquette, not only for show goers, but for knifemakers who intend on meeting up with other makers. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-03-0921 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 6 - A Rising Star Alabama Custom Slipjoint Maker - Matt CollumAaron Lawvere & Chris Crawford got to share some southern hospitality with a rising star in custom slipjoints, Matt Collum, on this episode of the podcast.Matt talks a little about himself, how he got into pocket knives, and his grandfather's influence on his makingMatt's first customer was himself, when his slipjoint was stolen and sold to a local shopWe talk about DucLeg, Matt's first 100 knives that got him back into slips in 2019Aaron, Chris and Matt talk about saving "screw up" knives and trying to fix themWe talk about Matt's progression in quality in the short...2023-03-081h 27The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Oubaitori & KnivesIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about Oubaitori, an ancient Japanese concept of non-comparison, associated with the four spring blossoming trees: cherry blossoms, plum, peach, and apricot and how it relates to knives and knife making. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-03-0810 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Hand Grinding Vs. Grinding JigIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about the differences of hand vs. grinding jigs, stigmas associated with them, and a different way to think about using a grinding jig as a tool. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-03-0206 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 5 - A Good Ol' Texas Slipjoint Maker - Stanley BuzekAaron Lawvere & Chris Crawford had the opportunity to talk the venerable Stanley Buzek on this episode of the podcast.Stanley talks about the pronunciation of his last name, his Czech background, Kolach, and Texas czech culture.We get to know Stanley's early influences with knives, especially his uncle's theater knife!We talk pattern sourcing and the pattern sharing communityStanley talks about embellishments, engraving.We discuss knife shows and knife show culture, and Blade Show specificallyStanley tells us about his experience with knife photographyWe also get some words of wisdom to new makers, and more!Check Stanley's social...2023-03-011h 05The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Big Knife, Little KnifeIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about little knives, some of the perception around them as being feminine or dainty, ways to change the way we think about size of blades, and their utilitarianism. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-02-2807 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Knife PhotographyIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about knife photography, both personal and professional, and tips for preparing for photography to get the most bang for your buck, and result for your time. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-02-2314 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 4 - Mississippi Blacksmith, Christ-following Husband, Father, Forged in Fire Champion - Derek Melton - Pt. 2Take some time with Aaron Lawvere & Chris Crawford to get to know the fascinating Derek Melton in this two part series!Featured on Forged in Fire Season 5, episode 20, Derek is an avid blacksmith, bladesmith, and all around great guy! Derek talks treadle and tire hammersChris asks Derek about his induction forge We talk about Derek's own podcast (Available on Apple Podcast, Spotify and other podcast players)Chris and Derek talk TikTok, social media, and moreDerek talks about his personal ministry through blacksmithing, knives and his work as a wholeHe also shares some sage wisdom for new ma...2023-02-2249 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Proper Shop PPEIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about the importance of shop Personal Protective Equipment or PPE. Food for thought, tips on how to address common risk factors in the shop, and first aid recommendations. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-02-2112 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - The Last 10% of KnifemakingIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about the last 10% of knifemaking. What it takes to introspect on how you finish out a knife, the measuring stick you hold your own work quality up to, and ideas on how to look at your own work critically, to produce the very best knife that you can.Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-02-1611 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 3 - Mississippi Blacksmith, Christ-following Husband, Father, Forged in Fire Champion - Derek Melton - Pt. 1Take some time with Aaron Lawvere & Chris Crawford to get to know the fascinating Derek Melton in this two part series! Featured on Forged in Fire Season 5, episode 20, Derek is an avid blacksmith, bladesmith, and all around great guy! Chris tells us how he met DerekDerek discusses his humble beginnings in knifemakingWe discuss Wayne Goddard's $50 Knife Shop Derek talked about his Forged in Fire experienceAlso, listen to him talk about blacksmithing, "Harry Potter Wands" and more!Be sure to follow Derek Melton on his social media:Tiktok, Instagram, Facebook, and his Website....2023-02-1548 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Shop Lighting & Build SheetsIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about the importance of shop lighting, strategies for how to light your shop, and how to use build sheets for your knifemaking. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-02-1410 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Handle Finishing TipsIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks handle finishing techniques.Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-02-0915 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 2 - This Guy... - Aaron LawvereGet to know the guy who gets by with a little help from his friends, the mystical and oft overestimated, Aaron Lawvere! We get to sit down and talk to Aaron about his knifemaking journey, life, and other fun stuff on the 2nd episode of the podcast!Aaron admits to grilling with propaneWe talk about the story behind Lawvere & Son Knife Co.Aaron talks about growing up with knivesWe also discuss his start in knifemakingAaron talks fiddleHe also discusses The Knifemakers' Guild processFixed blades to slipjoints, missed opportunities, and more!Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!2023-02-081h 18The Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Bolster Fitup & FinishingIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks about bolster fit up and finishing, which includes helpful tools and operations. Text me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-02-0708 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastThe Good Ol' Blades Micro Podcast - Social Media SecurityIn this Micro Podcast episode, Aaron talks Cyber Security, Social Media, and how that relates to not only knifemakers, but social media users in general. Aaron talks about different attack vectors that are present todayHe talks about Reasoning behind attacks, and what hackers are looking forHe talks about mitigation methods such as Multi-Factor authentication on Instagram and FacebookText me your feedback, suggestions or recommendations!Aaron Lawvere: Website, InstagramPodcast: Instagram2023-02-0214 minThe Good Ol' Blades PodcastEpisode 1 - The Man, The Myth, The Legend - Chris CrawfordTake some time to get to know the man, the myth, the legend, Chris Crawford! We get to sit down and talk to Chris about his life, knives, and random other topics in the inaugural 1st episode of the podcast! We get to hear a little of who Chris is outside of knivesChris talks his fishing obsession and making his skiff and fly rodsWe learn a little of Chris' philosophy on making things, including knivesWe talk about Chris' origins of his EDC patternWe also find out about Chris' longtime friend with Derek Melton, Chad Nichols, John Cohea, and m...2023-02-011h 15