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The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 110 Lost in the DesertWARNING - This is a knife adjacent episode, Jeremiah drives into the desert of existential thought and explores themes of memory and value while road tripping = Not your average Bladeology (Or IS IT!?!?!?!)2025-07-0346 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 108 Makers LineageThe Bladeology crew sits down to discuss the "Makers Lineage Theory" this is an ongoing conversation with many angles but on this episode we dive into the question, what makes someone's designs live forever?2025-06-1851 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 103 Carver Made CoThis week we interviewed David Carver of Carver Made Co about his early work on the “Small Knives” and his birth into full size knives like the Waif model and his transition into fulltime knife maker. We also explore his Blade Show talks and collaborations with Griffworx.2025-04-301h 31The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 102 Hypercut MFGThis week the Bladeology crew is back in the studio talking with Dylan Davis from Hypercut Manufacturing about his journey through learning machining and coming into the knife world with real practical shop knowledge.2025-04-231h 44The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 101 Barry Lee HandsEpisode 101 is a deep dive and long haul into the world of engraving with the highest paid man in the game, Barry Lee Hands. Strap in for a technical look at the history of one mans journey through the world of knives and his development into the game changing style that propelled him to the top.2025-04-152h 21The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 100 April FoolsApril Fools! We swear everything is ok, Jeremiah bares some soulful information about a project he's working on while Chuck gets ready for Blade Show extra early. Nick continues to machine all the things and we announce PVK and NCC Knives are hiring!2025-04-0142 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 99 Blade Show Texas 2025Jeremiah Burbank from PVK sits down with his Co-Hosts and custom knifemakers Nick Chuprin of NCC Knives and Chuck Gedraitis to recover some memories from Blade Show Texas 20252025-03-151h 10The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 98 Steve SchacklefordThe Bladeology Team sits down with Steve Schackleford the Editor of Blade Magazine to discuss the ins and outs and evolutions of r industries great print publication.2025-03-121h 24The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 97 The Knife JunkieJeremiah Burbank ( PVK ) sits down with his co-hosts Nick Chuprin ( NCC Knives ) and Custom Knifemaker Chuck Gedraitis to go over all the happenings with fellow podcaster and guest Bob "The Knife Junkie" Demarco2025-03-021h 05The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 96 Lite on time not on opinionsJeremiah from PVK and Chuck Gedraitis sit and ponder the status of things in the knife industry and banter about collection values both positive and negative! Join our heroes in the fray and check out the Drop Point!2025-02-1941 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 95 Shot Show Wrap UpJeremiah sits down in person with knifemakers Nick (NCC Knives) and Chuck Gedraistis to go over some specifics of a recent drill press acquisition by Nick while we discuss recent show travel to Shot Show and the Antique Arms Show both in Las Vegas.2025-02-121h 01The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 94 On The Road AgainJeremiah hits he road to Florida for a Heretic Knives shop visit in Sebastian FL then drives to Lakeland FL for the Gator Cutlery Club show. Join him on the road as he records his thoughts and ramblings on all things.2025-02-0540 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 93 KYCKS Wrap UpThe team is back from KYCKS 2024 (Kentucky Custom Knife Show) they discuss the mundane details of travel and liquor store runs along with knife show greetings and bourbon county goodness. That's it for 2024 we will see you soon!2024-12-2745 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 92 Nice Guy Machine CoJeremiah and Nick sit down with Archie from NGMCo (Nice Guy Machine Co) to go over his early days in Texas and first experiences with EDC all the way up to redefining the Prybar market.2024-12-141h 50The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 90 Blackside Customs - Hank GreenbergThis week we sit down with the infamous Hank Greenberg of Blackside Customs to discuss the early days of knives and collecting to working at Microtech to forming his own brand and line of Hardened EDC knives and gear.2024-10-231h 42The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 91 Larry ChewThis week Jeremiah sits down with custom knife maker Larry Chew. We start with his early days in TX with a chance stopping at a knife show too his eventual development of his Dual Action knife mechanism, all the way to Scott Self and Tinives. Make sure to check www.bevelandbolster.com for all the updates and thanks to our sponsor The Drop Point Newsletter2024-10-141h 41The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 89 Makers Syndicate Wrap UpJeremiah (PVK) and Nick (NCC) return from the Makers Syndicate show hosted by Oz Machine Co in Indianapolis Indiana. This was the second year of the show but the first for our travelers! Nick was exhibiting and Jeremiah was buying, Chuck interviews us this time for a twist in the game!2024-10-0659 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 88 Bill DeShivsThis week Jeremiah sits down with living legend and certified lifetime Switchblade repair expert Mr Bill DeShivs, repairing knives lead to designing knives. The Leverletto is an infamous one that strikes the chord with so many Switchblade enthusiasts and here we are talk about the details! Remember to check out bevelandbolster.com for all your Bladeology updates.2024-09-251h 12The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 87 Serge PanchenkoThis week we talk with Serge Panchenko of Serge Knives, we go over the early days of his introduction to knives and knife making all the way up to Coin Claw fam and the unstoppably cool ROOK model!2024-09-061h 40The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 86 Duane Weikum - EDC KnivesToday we go over some crucial Knife Dealer / Balisong history with the infamous Duane Weikum from EDCknives.com. Duanes photos inspired many with their early style and use of props along with clean and stylistic lighting and texture techniques, also famous for pestering makers who would not otherwise, to make Balisongs in their style and explore the Balisong platform for their art.2024-07-262h 03The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 85 Blade Show Wrap up with Paul FarinaWe are back from Blade Show 2024 with a combo wrap up and interview with Mr. Paul Farina of Farina Fine Arts, we talk about ancient swords and collecting art knives along with Krugerrands and more. Thanks to this episodes sponsor, The Drop Point Newsletter2024-07-051h 45The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 84 Rolling down to Blade Show 2024THATS IT! Builds are done or almost done from Nick and Chuck, the packing begins and the traveling is all that's left (Unless you're nick and load up a bunch of last minute projects) Jeremiah talks about PVK sponsoring the first ever "Automatic Knife of the Year" award and stickers lots of stickers to be had!2024-06-041h 00The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 83 John KubasekThe Bladeology crew sits down with lifetime maker Mr. John Kubasek to talk about his humble beginnings at the Northampton Cutlery in Western Massachusetts, he later developed the creditor and dog tag design that would be custom made by himself and later manufactured in a production version by Boker.2024-05-031h 51The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 82 Skiff Made BladesThe Bladeology team sits down with father, Steve Skiff (Skiff Made Blades) and son Steven Skiff (Skiff Workshop) to go over the timeline leading to the present and all the fun along the way from Steve starting out making 100% handmade knives to transitioning to incorporating his son Steven and his CNC.2024-04-261h 41The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 81 We Be KnivesThis week we sit down with a knife dealer! Derek Coote owner of We BE Knives located on the pier in San Francisco, we go over selling knives and the local spots on the pier that have come and gone over the tenure of his shop.2024-04-171h 12The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 80 NYCKS 2024 Wrap UpOur heroes all traveled from the comfort of their shops and homes to attend the all mighty New York Custom Knife Show held annually by Fifty Fifty Productions, road tripping is always fun and the checkpoints make the journey worthwhile!2024-04-051h 07The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 79 Bob TerzuolaJeremiah and Nick sit down to catch up with the venerable Bob Terzuola, we discuss the new collecting style along with attending shows and how crucial that still is. Checkout Bob's new Sharp Life over at https://terzuola.net2024-03-221h 07The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 78 Part 2 of 29 QuestionsJeremiah sits down for Part 2 of 29 Question with Balisong maker Chris Olofsun, they catch up and progress along the timeline of Chris's carrier.2024-03-131h 15The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 77 Mike CrenshawJeremiah from PVK sits down with Mike Crenshaw to go over some inception stories of the Microtech serrations and other knife industry landmarks, they commiserate about collecting and go over some early knife community details including pre-internet and some of Mikes contributions.2024-02-211h 37The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 76 PART 1 of 29 QuestionsThis is PART 1 of a new segment called 29 Questions where Jeremiah sits down with custom knifemaker Chris Olofson of 29 Knives to discuss his early years procuring Balisongs and collecting Pacific Cutlery knives before he became a maker.2024-02-071h 04The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 74 New Jersey Steel BarronJeremiah and Nick sit down with Mete from the New Jersey Steel Barron to catch up on all things steel including some history and services offered by NJSB.2024-01-241h 33The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 75 New Years 2024Jeremiah, Nick and Chuck sit down to recap the Kentucky show and go over some builds for the upcoming Texas Blade Show in Fort Worth on the 24th and 25th of February2024-01-1749 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 73 Nashville Custom Show Wrap-upJeremiah regals us with his trip to Nashville for the Nashville Custom Knife Show and brings some of the questions and conversations to the table to discuss with Chuck and Nick.2023-11-221h 04Oil and Whiskey with Roadster ShopOil and Whiskey with Roadster ShopPVK Vegas Owner and ‘Bladeology’ Host Jeremiah BurbankToday’s guest is owner of PVK Vegas and host of The Bladeology Podcast, Jeremiah Burbank PVK Vegas, located on the Las Vegas Strip, is a popular destination for knife enthusiasts. The store has gained recognition through its celebrity patrons such as Post Malone, Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, and Johnny Depp. PVK Vegas offers a diverse range of products, including custom EDC items as well as knucks, tactical pens, Zippos, watches, high price flashlights, custom lanyard beads, and mini toothpick crossbows.  To learn more about PVK, visit pvk.com and subscribe to Jer...2023-10-301h 43The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 72 Blade Show West Wrap-upJeremiah sits down with Nick and Chuck to discuss the crews most recent show in Salt lake City, BLADE SHOW WEST!2023-10-201h 01The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 71 Blade Show West Travel EditionJeremiah and Nick sit down for a quick catch up before they travel to Blade Show West, we talk about the knives Nick is bringing and look forward to seeing everyone at the show!2023-10-1116 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 70 EOS / John Koernerin this long awaited episode our hero's sit down with John Koerner of Elite Outfitting Solutions to discuss his rise from the early days working at Orange County Choppers to a creating a fledgling machine shop to building his brand EOS2023-10-041h 41The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 69 USN 2023 Show RecapJeremiah & Nick recently travelled to Las Vegas for the 2023 Usual Suspects Network Gathering (USN G14) and they have returned triumphant and alive to discuss the show and other upcoming shows with Chuck Gedraitis.2023-09-1249 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 68 Kirk MayberryThis week we site down with Custom Knife Maker Kirk Mayberry, we discuss his early days in collecting and making and how that time transformed his maker years, we also go over his strong connection with influential custom knife maker John Graham and how Kirk will be carrying on his legacy.2023-09-052h 01The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 67 Portland Show Recap with Chuck GJeremiah and Nick sit down with friend and Custom Knife Maker Chuck Gedraitis to go over his most recent trip to the PNW as he exhibited at the Pacific Northwest Custom Invitational, "The Portland Show" Thank you to the New Jersey Steel Baron for their sponsorship! They now have in Hitachi White and Blue Steel, go check it out!2023-08-1652 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 66 Hawk Knives UPDATEWe catch up with Gavin Hawk post Blade Show 2023 for a show recap and explore the recent developments in his Deadlock saga including the incorporation into the John Wick franchise along with teasing new models and we get an update on Grants Book.2023-07-021h 15The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 65 Blade Show 2023 RecapJeremiah, Nick and Chuck sit down to recap the 2023 Blade Show and go over some highlights including a hellacious drive there and an ever developing recording setup in the studio. This episode was recorded in person.2023-06-241h 16The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 64 MenovadeIn this episode we sit down to speak with Nick of Menovade Knives to discuss his origin story and development of his Flagship model the S.T.U.B. along with some exciting upcoming collaborations with our very own Nick of NCC Knives2023-04-131h 07The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 63 Blade Show Texas with Chuck GFreshly back from Blade Show Texas 2023, our heroes discuss the goings on at the show with some highlights of sales and show pickups. Chuck explains his new Boker Collab and Jeremiah talks show purchases.2023-03-2647 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 62 NYCKS 2023 with Chuck GNew York City Custom Knife show 2023 recap, Jeremiah and Nick sit down with Chuck to go over the most recent NYCKS show and discuss upcoming projects and shows. The crew is trying to get back into the swing of things!2023-03-0531 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 61 The one and a half year recapThe unintended consequences of life's little challenges (Or the "Life happened and we didn't record an episode for 1.5 years and things went pretty sideways" EPISODE)2022-10-1746 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 60 2021 ICCE Texas Re-Cap & Host NewsWelcome to Episode 60! We have been out for a while and a lot has happened in that time, some of which we will talk about some of that we will tease about! News from Nick about BBMs news from Elijah about future Collabs and News from Jeremiah about the future of the business!2021-05-1450 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 59 Sam HEAdesignsBladeology returns to the stage in the year 2021 with our first guest Sam from HEA designs! We get off topic more than a few times and hear great origin stories of HEA and NCC Knives mixing it up in the mean streets of Brooklyn.2021-02-061h 59The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 48 Johnny StoutThis week we sit down with long time knife maker Mr Johnny Stout! We discuss his early days in the hobby that eventually turned into a lifetime passion for what he calls "Fine Folders" his meeting with Larry Chew and getting hooked on Automatics, along with his recent outstanding NRA auction knife that brought an untold amount.2020-12-171h 27The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 47 Steve Hill Custom KnivesThis week I sit down with knife maker to the stars, Steve Hill! We catch up about his start making "Pocket Hotrods" and his connections to the early New England makers from days of yore, including his close personal friend Mr Bill McHenry and Steve's early days traveling the North South routes from MA to FL to work at the Randall shop.2020-12-101h 45The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 46 Chuck Gedraitis Maker UpdateThis week we catch up with our first guests ever from Episode 6, now on Episode 46! Chuck Gedraitis! We go over the success of his Swiss Army Switchblade along with some details about his builds this past year including the traditional New England style Switchblade knives that he continues to keep alive and strong.2020-11-271h 04The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 45 Brad ZinkerThis week we talk with the venerable Brad Zinker about his humble beginnings in Homestead Florida, Brad was a "SpareTime" Knife maker for almost 30 years before becoming full time recently. Zinker is known for his many successful production collaborations and designs with a multitude of knife companies, we dive into the origins of his distinct style of lightweight EDC friendly knives.2020-11-121h 14The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 44 Mike Norris DamascusThis week we talk to one of the original modern commercially available Damascus forgers, Mike Norris! We discuss technique and styles along with being one of the great stainless steel forgers of the current era. Norris is known internationally for his outstanding twist style patterns like Fire Clone and Hornets Nest.2020-10-291h 26The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 43 Michael VagninoThis week we speak to Michael Vagnino about his early forging work and transition into folders and automatics with the help of D.B Fraley and Larry Chew. Vagnino also tells us about his recent team up with Patrick Mah of Prometheus Design Werx to form Terrain 365 and utilize cast Cobalt blades and Patrick's famous Invictus Design along with Michael's premiere P38 knife.2020-10-221h 35The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 41 Part 2 Nate Clark KnivesThis Episode we go over the second half of the interview with Nate Clark of Nate Clark Knives. The new century has begun and Nate is venturing forward grinding a fury into the future!2020-10-151h 26The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 42 Brian BieglerThis week we talk with Brian Biegler of Biegler Bladeworks about his early beginnings in knife making and its ties to his practicing of traditional Filipino martial arts. Brian manages a full time gym in the same facility as his knife shop that also houses a part time muscle car garage.2020-10-092h 08The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 41 Nate Clark KnivesThis week we talk with Nate Clark of Nate Clark Knives about his early beginnings in Oregon working with the Rainy Vallotton in the shop and learning the basics of switchblades and growing into machining along with hours of hand sanding and and attending the Oregon Custom Knife Show2020-10-0155 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 40 Walter Halucha of Latama CutleryThis week we speak to Walter Halucha of Latama Cutlery about the rebirth of his brand and his history reading and eventually taking over the "Automatic Knife Resource Guide and Newsletter" better known in the automatic knife circles as just the "Newsletter" along with Walters direct and personal connection with legendary Italian knife making families including the Beltrames.2020-09-241h 16The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 39 Craig Camerer Custom KnivesThis week we talk with Craig Camerer, Forged in Fire "Warhammer" champion and avid maker. Craig hosts "Hammer Ins" at his house as often as he can and also builds full custom Balisongs and in the last couple of years came out with the Continuum Mid-Tech Balisong series. We hear about future projects and Craig tells us about the ABS.2020-09-171h 09The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 38 Les AdamsThis week we speak with Les Adams of Cape Coral Florida about his sole authorship carbon fiber knives. Les makes a flipper and an "Always On Safety" push button automatic designed for use in the bomb squad. Les shares the development of these models through his time in the Miami-Dade county law enforcement program during the hay day of drug running and Vice squad.2020-09-031h 39The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 37 BURN Knives Paul PanakThis week we speak to Paul Panak of Burn Knives, a long time switchblade maker who tells us of his early days customizing Italian Stilettos and selling them on BladeAuction.com and then eventually fabricating them from scratch and developing his OTF mechanism. Paul is now a full time maker still doing Stilettos in the classic way along side making his Custom OTF's.2020-08-271h 31The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 36 Part 2 Rainy VallottonThis week we pick up where we left off in Episode 36 Part 1. This is Part 2 with Rainy Vallotton going over some more details and history of the Vallottons and the way to convert knives and the Mechanisms that make the world spring to action.2020-08-131h 16The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 36 PART 1 Rainy VallottonThis week we talk with the outstanding Rainy Vallotton of Rainy Vallotton Custom Knives. Rainy is the son of the late Butch Vallotton, we talk about growing up immersed in switchblades and dual actions. Rainy has been to 30 Blade Shows over the years with his dad and has the stories to prove it! Stay tuned for part 2.2020-08-071h 25The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 35 Jason L WilliamsThis week we talk with Jason L Williams fifty percent of the team that came up with the now famous Axis lock along with William J McHenry. Jason regales us with stories from A time ago in Rhode Island meeting and joining forces with William "Bill" and working on many a project together and eventually hitting the show circuit.2020-07-301h 19The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 34 Mid 2020 CrisisThis week the gang catches up on some day to day updates with a few announcements of things to come, we also go over the 2020 show schedule while discussing the merits of the guitar solos on the legendary Led Zeppelin 4 VS those found in The Who's Quadrophenia2020-07-0931 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 33 Cliff TalonThis week the gang sits down with the venerable knife collector Cliff Wilson or Cliff Talon as he is more well known, Cliff tells us about collecting knives for the past 35 plus years and his times on base buying from Walter Brend. Cliffs tastes are varied and his collection deep! (Yes there were some server issues that effected the recording) Cliff will most likely be a somewhat regular guest in the future as we value his perspective on the ever evolving industry.2020-06-052h 06The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 32 Hawk Knives UpdateThis week we check in with Grant and Gavin Hawk over at Hawk Knives about some mechanical additions to the shop, OTF manufacturing during a pandemic and some news about future finishes on the next batch of Deadlocks. G&G are nearing the end of this batch and looking to the future!2020-05-281h 19The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 31 Justin LundquistThis week the gang sits down with venerable knife designer Justin Lundquist to talk about his early years in photography and product development that helped him on his way to make and eventually design Knives full time!2020-05-212h 43The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 30 Vasana BladeworksThis week we talk to the California samurai himself Dave Brown from Vasana Bladeworks, Dave has taken the community by storm in the last few years with his merging of tactical style with ancient weaponry. Dave hollow grinds full size Katana in his workshop and we delve deep into this and many other of his mindsets.2020-05-141h 30The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 29 Knife Steel NerdsThis week we sit down with Larrin Thomas of Knife Steel Nerds and talk about his training as a Metallurgist and his intense passion for all things steel! Larrin has steel in his blood in more ways than one as his father is famous Damascus Maker Devin Thomas.2020-05-021h 55The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 28 Medina Custom KnivesThis week the gang talks with Fernando Medina of Medina Custom Knives. We go over the makers early history and current work along with his connection to full handmade using no CNC and stylistic choices in grinding.2020-04-251h 46The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 27 JD SmithThis week the gang sits down with ABS Master Smith J.D. Smith to go over his lifetime in the knife industry and connections with the New England switchblade movement. J.D. is a master of many things as we find out in this episode! Thanks to special guest host this week, Chuck Gedraitis!2020-04-121h 57The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 26 Richard S WrightThis we talk to New England knife maker Richard S Wright about his very early days in Rhode Island teaching himself how to make knives along side Wlliam "Bill" McHenry and the development of the New England Switchblade Movement.2020-03-291h 43The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 24 Part 2 Reese WeilandThis is the second part of Episode 24, we go over many things paramount of which is the development of the now famous HAWK knife collaboration with the industries most awesome juggernaut brand Microtech. We also dip into some design theory and go over in Reese style many other great stories.2020-03-151h 42The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 25 Matt ChristensenThis week the gang sits down with custom knife maker Matthew Christensen of Christensen Knifeworks. Matt tells us about his current work and the early days of his introduction to knives and the 2020 show schedule.2020-03-051h 54The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 24 Reese WeilandThis week the gang goes over Switchblade history with the one and only Reese Weiland, infamous creator of the modern button lock used on 90% of side opening automatics in the industry and designer of the Microtech HAWK. Sit back and get cozy, this is only Part 1.2020-02-151h 42The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastEpisode 23 Luma BladesThis week the gang sits down with Jason Luhmer of Luma Blades and goes over his current work and scans his past for the roots of his entrance into the world of knives and his teachings and friendship with famed knife maker Sal Manaro.2020-02-051h 37The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 22 Show Wrap-up & one year anniversary episodeThis week the gang recaps the last 4 shows we went to including CCKS, Blade West, NYCKS & KYCKS. We also celebrate our one year podcast anniversary, Elijah talks Blackstars nick jams about MK1s and the promise of new models in 2020, Jeremiah announces the rebirth of his knuckle project and talks podcast updates. Thanks for listening everyone!2019-12-241h 12The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 21 Philip BoothThis week the gang interviews Philip Booth renowned scale release maker and CRKT designer. We talk about hand rolling springs and the early days of Philips unique style of making and his process changing over the years.2019-11-242h 06The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 20 BiltSharp KnivesThis week the gang talks to Adam from BiltSharp about his early kitchen knives and full time custom Micarta forming. Listen in as we venture into the known and unknown with Adam as he tells us about his Alien encounters and designing knives with his wife and getting his son a good job in the family business.2019-10-291h 10The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 19 Jeff VanderMeulenThis week the gang site down with custom knife maker and cut of tshirt sleeve enthusiast Jeff VanderMeulen to chat about knives and fires.2019-10-2051 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 18 Adam HeibelThis week the gang interviews Adam Heibel whos Balisongs have taken the community by storm. Adams fit and finish are that of a seasoned maker yet Adam has only been full time as of late. Check out his work and stay tuned for his new model the Valor (a midtech in house run hes working on right now)2019-09-301h 15The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 17 USN 2019 and EDCBid.comThis week the gang reviews the most reecent Labor Day weekend show in Las Vegas the 11th annual USN Gathering and speaks with Justin Savkov about the new website EDCbid.com2019-09-1037 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 16 Grant & Gavin HawkBladeology Episode 16 Grant & Gavin Hawk by The Bladeology Group2019-08-192h 26The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 15 Whats in the shop with John GrayThis week the gang talks shop with infamous John Gray about his Gravitron, Keypers and other awesome creations. Nick just finished up a collaboration with Robert Carter and we are heading into USN soon.2019-08-1146 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 14 "Tuch Knives"This week the gang is on the road, Jeremiah and Elijah are in Portland for the annual Northwest Handbuilt Invitational and were able to catch up with Bill and Eric Tuch of Tuch Knives, Nick was beamed in via the internet.2019-07-221h 56The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 13 "Rob Carter"This week the gang interviews Robert Carter about his amazing history and current knife making goals along with questions about his RobMascus and other works.2019-07-102h 16The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 12 "Post Blade Show 2019"This week the gang goes over the ups and downs of Blade Show 2019, the booth, the people, the knives, the drinks, the atmosphere and all the rest!2019-06-161h 03The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 11 "BOOTH 142"Nick got a Blade Show booth and the gang took full advantage of the situation so now Bladeology will be the first Knife Podcast to have a booth at the world famous Blade Show in Atlanta2019-05-221h 00The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 10 Justin Savkov InterviewThis week we talk to Justin Savkov about his early knife making and very distinct style. Nick reminds us its now 4 months to blade and Elijah is working on top secret stuff.2019-04-291h 22The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 9 Matt Diskin InterviewThis week the gang interviews Matt Diskin about his early work with Butch Vallotton and making Dual Action Automatic Knives all the way through his forging career and into the Fiber Smith years up until current day.2019-04-222h 30The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 8 JK Design InterviewThis week we talk with Julian Klein from JK__Design about his balisongs skating, bottle openers and his first trip to the ATL Blade Show. @JK__Design @NCCKnives @Ishambladeworks @PVKJAIR @PVK.Vegas2019-04-151h 29The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 7 Begg Knives InterviewThis week the gang interviews Mark Begg and Mattia Borrani of Begg Knives. We talk about the California customs shop, knife show antics and all sorts of good times!2019-04-062h 21The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 6 Chuck Gedraitis InterviewThis week the gang interviews one of our favorite knife makers knife maker, Chuck Gedraitis.2019-03-181h 58The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 5 "The Designer"In this episode the gang interviews their co-host Elijah Isham the infamous knife designer and things get a little wild!2019-02-171h 52The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 4 Show Recap (Shot Show, TKI, LVCKS)The gang recaps on the past Las Vegas Shows including Shot Show, The Tactical Knife Invitational and the first annual Las Vegas Custom Knife Show. Recorded live in Portland during a recent trip.2019-02-041h 12The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 3 "The Maker"Episode 3 of the Bladeology Podcast talks with the infamous Nick Chiprin of NCC knives out of Brooklyn NY. We talk Cigars San-Mai, heat treat and all other forms of awesomeness.2019-01-192h 05The Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBladeology Episode 2 "The Dealer"In this Episode we interview Jeremiah of PVK Vegas and find out the origins and roots that lead to the routes of his involvement in PVK. We also dabble in the beginnings of our new band.2019-01-1453 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastWhats in the SHOP!? 12/28 MiniSodeThis week on Bladeology we catch up with our hosts to see what we missed over the last week, these "MiniSodes" will be short news blasts to keep current with our routines and activities2018-12-2923 minThe Bladeology PodcastThe Bladeology PodcastBaldeology Episode 1 The ExplanationThis is the first episode of the new Podcast called Bladeology. Hosted by: Nick Chuprin of NCC Knives Jeremiah Burbank of PVK Vegas Elijah Isham of Isham Bladeworks2018-12-2413 min