Knife Nuts Podcast

Episode 65 Jun 02, 2024

Knife Nuts Podcast Episode 65: Dead By Design

The Knife Nuts Podcast (minus Jake) is back for a pre-pre-Blade Show 2024 episode. With Blade looming on the horizon, and a sizeable break between episodes (expect nothing less from us), we go over some reason acquisitions, the three(!) production knives Brian has previewed or released since our last episode, discuss the Lehigh Valley Knife Show (which Levon is now a partial owner of), and finally touch on the recent Artisan Cutlery steel scandal. As always, thanks for sticking with us and thank you for listening!

References:

That terrible Mike Myers show

The Formula 409 jingle

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Episode 64 Bonus Feb 24, 2024

Episode 64 Bonus: Brian’s New Diet Plan

After our interview with Shawn Ashmore, the Knife Nuts hung out and talked a little about knives, way too much about Brian’s gastrointestinal health, and gave away a knife and a watch!

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Episode 64 Feb 24, 2024

Episode 64: More Than Just A Nub ft. Shawn Ashmore (Peace Neighbor)

It’s 2024, and the Knife Nuts Podcast miraculously makes it into a new year! In this episode, the Knife Nuts are joined by Shawn Ashmore,. an actor, knife enthusiast, and founder of the EDC tool company Peace Neighbor. While you may recognize him from the long running ABC series “The Rookie”, or Amazon’s “The Boys”, Shawn is a dyed in the wool knife enthusiast. His collection is exactly what you would expect from someone who took the time to learn about knives before buying. And his new EDC tool company, Peace Neighbor is no vanity project either; their first tool, the Archon, has been a thorough success and Shawn details all of the thought and refinement behind a seemingly simple little prybar. We discuss how he got into knives, his learning process, and where he is looking to take Peace Neighbor. It’s refreshing to hear someone so enthusiastic about this hobby, a stark contrast to the jaded Knife Nuts grumps.

Check out Peace Neighbor and Shawn’s current show, The Rookie!

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Episode 63 Sep 03, 2023

Episode 63: I Would Rather Pump Gas

The Knife Nuts aren’t dead yet! Levon, Dave, Brian, and Jake are back and discuss a series of topics. including why the James Brand’s approach to marketing is so successful when seemingly every knife enthusiast despises them, the unfortunate closure of the Ontario Knife Company and what it means. We also check in with how things are in Sharp By Design land, and discuss the most recent KNP edition knife, the Scorpion themed Null Knives Voodoo (which will be given away soon!).

References:

Ontario Knife Company shutting down

James Brand Wells knife

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Episode 62 Mar 23, 2023

The Knife Nuts (minus Jake) are freshly back from the New York Custom Knife Show in New Jersey. Dave and Levon discuss the knives they handled, the trends they observed, and Brian gets very mad at Levon. We also discuss the ever-slowing delivery times on OEM work from Reate and how Brian and other people in the knife business are dealing with this. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please consider supporting the Knife Nuts Podcast by using our affiliate links: DLT Trading - https://dlt.link/3flRY2S GPKnives - https://bit.ly/3fH0iuh River’s Edge Cutlery - https://riversedgecutlery.com/?aff=5 ____________________________________________

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Episode 61 Jan 28, 2023

Knife Nuts Podcast Episode 61: Peterinarian

The Knife Nuts Podcast is back... with an episode that maybe sort of finally features Jake again! We go over the 2023 reveals, pre-SHOT SHOW, from CRKT and Kershaw/ZT. Brian also addresses a certain gaffe he made with regard to Razor Edge Knives, and probably makes it even worse. A bonus companion episode is available now too!

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Episode 60 Jan 01, 2023

Episode 60: A Horrible Year

The Knife Nuts (minus Jake, unsurprisingly) are back for a final live episode of 2022! In this episode, we cover the current controversy surrounding a certain “American Made” knife company, go over some of Levon’s new acquisitions, discuss the response to the Sharp By Design Apex folder, and more! We also go on a giveaway spree and giveaway five knives.

Thank you all for sticking with us through 2022, and we sincerely hope to bring you more content in 2023!

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Episode 59 Aug 06, 2022

Episode 59: Generous Slimfoot

The Knife Nuts Podcast is back with another livestreamed episode. Levon, Dave, and Jake go over some of the more interesting events at Blade 2022 and the controversy surrounding Benchmade’s cease and desist order to aftermarket scale makers. Most importantly, the answer to the enduring mystery of who sent Levon the Spyderco Pochi is finally revealed!

New Acquisitions:

Levon - APurvis Bladeworks x KNP Progeny Mk3, Berg Blades Mini Barber, Euketic Trinity

Dave - Maxace Halictus 2.0

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Episode 58 Jun 01, 2022

Episode 58: With Hole For String

After a long hiatus and some serious trials and tribulations, the Knife Nuts crew are officially back in action with a live episode before Blade 2022. Levon, Dave, Brian, and Jake talk about the things they’ve missed in the last couple months, including the flurry of questionable legal threats in the knife world, what Brian has been up to, and talk about some of the unusual knives Levon has gotten his hands on recently.

References:

Cybertrix Knife

Maxace Dragon

Our pick for Blade Knife of the Year 2022

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Episode 57 Dec 16, 2021

Episode 57: Aerospace Canteloupe (CARBON PLATE IS A SCAM DO NOT BUY FROM CARBON PLATE)

In tonight's episode, Levon, Dave, and Brian take the time to address the situation with the run of Sharp by Design Mini Tempests and Carbon Plate's failure to deliver materials after taking $10,700 from Brian. DO NOT BUY FROM CARBON PLATE. If you know a knife maker who is considering buying from Carbon Plate, please warn them. There's still plenty of time for goofiness after addressing the elephant in the room, including the bizarre hostile takeover of Millit by Survive Knives. We also try and find some awful knife-related Christmas gifts to get the knife enthusiast in your life that you really don't like.

Levon - Jason Clark Custom, Ochsworx Osprey EDX, Maxace Persian, Boker Plus Gedraitas Icepick, HEAdesigns Anchor, Real Steel Knives Megalodon (Indiana Knives exclusive)

Dave - Maxace Persian

References:

Triple Aught Design x Jason Clark Custom Knives - Kevah

Spyderco Salt Magnacut

Reate Hills

Microtech Socom Bravo

Marfione Custom Apis belt buckle

Crystalized titanium Arch Nemesis

Survive Knives taking over Millit story

James Brand The Redstone (the cooler that it looks like)

WE Knives Arsenal

Prometheus Design Werx Mini Figure

Zero Tolerance 0990 with foot prints

Shun Engetsu

Brous Zip Jacket

Knafs Mars Kitty

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Episode 56 Sep 28, 2021

Episode 56: Hawkward ft. Grant & Gavin Hawk of Hawk Designs

In tonight's episode, we are joined by Grant & Gavin Hawk of Hawk Designs, the legendary father-son duo who has for two decades been at the forefront of innovation in folding knives. It has been eight(!) years since BladeHQ made their excellent documentary/shop tour about the pair (which you can view here), and a lot has changed. If you were shocked at how rustic their shop was in 2012, in 2021 it is beginning to resemble the science fiction image you might have had in your head.

We review their backstory with Grant, including some truly fantastic anecdotes about Reevus Christ himself, and then talk about the future of Hawk Design, which means full in-house production of the runaway success that is the Deadlock.

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Episode 55 Aug 03, 2021

Episode 55: Flesh Colored Engines

We're back! After an accidentally much-too long hiatus, the Knife Nuts Podcast is back to discuss Blade Show, the terrible Blade show awards, and some other knife related topics.

New Acquisitions: Dave - Prometheus Design Werx STS Micarta, Levon - Igor Oleinikov Inspirer

References:

Civivi Lazar

Brian and Levon on BladeHQ

Levon with Rivers Edge Cutlery

Blade Show 2021 Awards

Paragon Knives Warlock

"You must cut down the mightiest tree with... a herring"

Ron Best pearl sword

Kansept Genesis

Grainger McKoy's Hand Cut Knife

Arch Nemesis for Guns For Hire

Civivi Tactical Tweezers

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Episode 54 May 08, 2021

Episode 54: Regular Cab

In tonight's episode, Dave mispronounces a shark, Brian buys the wrong truck, Levon buys a ticket for a convertible plane ride, and Jake is alive. It also brings the very first full episode of the Knife Nuts Podcast to video, check out our YouTube channel to watch it. We discuss Brian's Mini Tempest pre-order, the Knife Joy Slysz Bowie release and the furor surrounding it, the passing of Dr. David Darom, and of course there's some totally off topic stories thrown in. Don't worry, the audio based version of the podcast isn't going anywhere!

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References:

TNP Lionsteel SR1A (if someone has one let us know!)

Knife Joy Slysz Bowie (if you've been living under a rock)

Lerman x Black Snow Customs Bowie Sabotage

RIP Dr. David Darom, author of many photobooks of art knives

what is going on with Brian Tighe's hair

Sharp by Design Tempest with faux hamon

Manix 2 Lightweight Mystic Green FRN/20CV

Para 3 S90V/Teal FRN

APurvis Blades Primordial Mk3

Hydra Designs Aswang

Bestech Ostap Hel Stelit

Paragon Pocket Samurai

What is Jake doing? Wrong answers only

Episode 53.5 Mar 15, 2021

Episode 53.5: Pivot to Video

In tonight’s bonus episode of the Knife Nuts Podcast and the first available in a video podcast format, Dave and Levon go over the 2021 new release catalogs that were missed in Episode 52, namely WE Knives, Civivi, and Kizer. The audio quality might be a little worse in this episode as this was our first test of the new software to enable video recording,

Check out the video version of this episode here!

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Episode 53 Mar 02, 2021

Episode 53: FDA ft. Serge Panchenko

In tonight's episode we are joined by Serge Panchenko of Serge Knives, a custom knife maker and purveyor of some of the most unique and interesting EDC gear out there. Serge has made everything from slipjoint razors (which he kindly donated to each of us) to pens to "wrist mazes". He's now working on bringing locking knives to the market via his production company, Serge Knife Co, and has even expanded into watch design. We talk through Serge's history and why his creativity seems to never wane.

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References:

Serge's Coin Claw used as a prop in The Mandalorian

Joe Keeslar, MS

Serge/GG Hawk Locust

Chrysler TC by Maserati

sawdust video from machining boxes

Serge Knives Slipjoint Razor

Bald and Bankrupt

Eye of Sekhmet (we called it the "Eye of Ra" erroneously)

Episode 52 Jan 29, 2021

Episode 52: Four Horsemen of the Knifepocalypse ft. Metal Complex

In tonight's episode, we're joined by YouTube knife reviewer Metal Complex to go over some of the newly revealed catalogs from the biggest knife manufacturers. Predictably, there isn't a lot positive to say. We also crown the "Four Horsemen of the Knifepocalypse", the worst four knives revealed in 2021 that are the harbingers of a seemingly bad year in knives. We also bring back Wingding of the Week for the first time in a while, the dubious honor going to Asher Knives for their blatant ripoff of the Benchmade Bugout.

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To follow along, check out the catalogs we talked about:

CRKT: https://www.knifecenter.com/listing/new-2021-crkt-models
Spyderco: https://catalog.spyderco.com/Reveal7/
ZT: https://zt.kaiusa.com/new.html
Kershaw: https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/new.html
Benchmade: https://www.benchmade.com/new.html

Four Horseman of the Knifepocalypse:

MC Studio/Maxace Mammoth: https://www.facebook.com/midnightcatstudio/photos/
Civivi Elementium Button Lock: https://www.bladehq.com/cat--Elementum-Button-Lock--4218
CRKT Ibi: https://www.bladehq.com/item--CRKT-IBI-Liner-Lock-Folding-Knife--119359
Benchmade Tengu Gold Class: https://www.bladehq.com/item--Benchmade-Oeser-Tengu-Flipper-Knife--118555

References

RIP Alexi Laiho of Children of Bodom

"Botched Toe"

Episode 51 Dec 25, 2020

Episode 51: Space Sharks ft. Vero Engineering

In a special holiday edition of the Knife Nuts Podcast (what makes it special or a holiday edition we're not sure), we are joined by Joseph Vero of Vero Engineering, a knife designer whose popularity exploded in 2020. We learn of Joseph's intertwining history with the Knife Nuts Podcast, why he designs the way he does, and as always drag him through our own ridiculous content.

New Acquisitions: Dave - Terrain 365 STS-AT G10, Levon - Reate Coyote, KABAR USSF Knife, Kansept Helix

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References:

WE Knives Wasabi

C O S M I C

Dessert Warrior

Forged in Fire contestant in episode "honoring veterans" allegedly a Neo-Nazi

Episode 50 Nov 26, 2020

Episode 50: Scorpion Tupperware

In the landmark 50th episode, a mostly Jake-less Knife Nuts Podcast crew discuss Brian's new Tempest, the forthcoming Micro Evo's, the mystery surrounding Levon's acquisition of the Spyderco Pochi, and a lot of USPS woes.

New acquisitions: Levon - Spyderco Pochi (from a mysterious admirer), Liong Mah Field Duty EDC, Dave - Monterey Bay Knives Old Guard, Liong Mah Field Duty EDC, Chaves Knives Liberation 229

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References:

RIP Tony Bose

RIP Mike Fuller (founder of TOPS Knives)

Tigheland

Sandrin Knives Torino

Episode 49 Nov 05, 2020

Episode 49: The $6 (Knife) Man ft. SliceyDicey

On tonight's episode of the podcast, we are joined by YouTube knife reviewer SliceyDicey (Bryan) as we run down our thoughts on a bunch of newly acquired knives, as well as the recently announced discontinued Benchmade knives. Bryan is doing something very big for his 20K subscriber achievement, the details of which you can find here.

Levon: Ohlone Rodayo/Rumsen, Kershaw Launch 13, Wingman EDC Mach 1/2/3 & Ferus, Red Horse Knives Hellrazor P, Dutch Bladeworks Xerxes, KAI Pure Komachi HD Holiday Limited Edition

Dave: Twosun TS117 GrandPa, Maxace Killer Whale, Kevin John Bone Doctor (got the name wrong on the podcast), KAI Pure Komachi HD Holiday Limited Edition

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References:

"When I'm dead, throw me in the trash"

Benchmade discontinued list

Snap-On limited edition Zero Tolerance SO100AN

Wolf Mountain Leather

CKF MKAD Empath

An Interview with Lance of Sniper Bladeworks Oct 01, 2020

An Interview with Lance of Sniper Bladeworks

In a bit of a change from the normal format, Levon and Dave have a conversation with Lance Abernathy of the newly rebirthed Sniper Bladeworks, an award-winning custom knifemaking duo consisting of Lance and Jody Muller, that is now approaching the production knife market. We discuss Lance’s background in custom knives, his passion for collecting knives, and why they’ve decided to relaunch now as a production knife company.

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Episode 48.5 Sep 24, 2020

Episode 48.5: PM-Tubbuhyuh

In tonight's Brian-less bonus episode, we cover the newest 2020 Spyderco Reveal, along with some other assorted knife topics we missed in episode 48.

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References:

John Gray Auction Knife

Jake Hoback Sumo

Jbin Genex/NOC Knives collaboration

"Safety... Always off"

Reate Bushido controversy

639 year long song ("As Slow As Possible")

Sauder Motors

Episode 48 Sep 10, 2020

Episode 48: They Hate Us Cuz They Canis

In tonight's episode we tackle Levon's new acquisitions, along with answering some viewer questions and a little bit of housekeeping about the state of the podcast. We also unveil the first two knife makers in a series of ten low profile knife makers who deserve your attention, American Bladeworks & Big River Forge Custom Knives. Expect content with them coming soon(ish).

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New acquisitions: Levon - Spyderco Canis, Spyderco Yojumbo, Ferrum Forge Stinger, Tuff Knives Switch, Liong Mah Lanny v2

References:

Bella Thorne disrupting OnlyFans

Chris Reeve Knives Carhartt apparel

Zero Tolerance 0102

Strider Knives KRT

Vero Engineering Axon

Benchmade Custom Bugout configurator

BladeHQ exclusive Benchmade Bugout

Episode 47 Aug 08, 2020

Episode 47: Mostly Air

On tonight's episode: Brian gets intimate, Jake buys a knife for the first time in three years, Levon talks about agriculture, and Dave jeopardizes the podcast's financial future. In addition, we talk about mostly new stuff we've collected in the last month, wax poetic again about Cold Steel, and briefly address the cancellation of BLADE.

New Acquisitions: Levon - CRKT Dew Hara HIRIN, Spyderco PM2 Tanto, HEA Designs Falcon, Hinderer XM-18 3.5" non-flipper, Demko Knives AD-20, Jake - Spyderco Para 3 Maxamet, St Nick's Knives Exclusive Spyderco Lightweight Native

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References:

Our new shirt from artist Defame

Steven Segal's album

Drop x Gareth Bull Miura

DLT Trading Exclusive Spyderco PM2

Going Gear EDC Club

SOG Ultra XR

APurvis Bladeworks Integral Xerx

Boker Plus 2020 Collection Aphex Knife

Vault Cases

Levon on the Knife Junkie Podcast

Knife Engineering by Dr. Larrin Thomas

Episode 46 Jun 17, 2020

Episode 46: Evo MBP

In tonight's episode, Jake fundamentally misunderstands common slang, Levon finally is redeemed, Dave doesn't like Phish, and Brian comes up with a catchy new product line. In addition we also cover international shipping practices, Levon's many new knives, and the Spyderco new release catalog.

Note: This episode was recorded before the news about Robert Carter. Until further notice, all profits of KNP merch will be donated to the GoFundMe for Rob, which you can find here.

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New Acquisitions:

Levon: Protech Malibu, Kershaw Sprint Run 7777 Bareknuckle, Spyderco PM2 S45VN, Hogue Ritter RSK Mini, American Bladeworks Model 1 Rev. 3, Boker x BladeHQ Dessert Warrior, Gareth Bull x WE Knives ShamWEri, APurvis Progeny Mk2/MR

References:

Monterey Bay Knives Rosalinda/Old Guard

Benchmade 85

Benchmade Meatcrafter

Gallo 24

Revo Knives

RIP Butch Valloton

Episode 45 Apr 19, 2020

Episode 45: 28 And Out

In tonight's episode, we're again joined by the incomparable friend of the show, Aaron Frederick of Frederick Knives. We talk about the Sebenza 31 and at length about the rescheduling of Blade Show. What starts out as typically dumb episode with Aaron turns quite serious, as Aaron talks about why he has been absent from knife making for the last couple months, and why he has kept trying not to be a knife maker. Consider it the Inside the Actor's Studio episode of Aaron Frederick.

New Acquisitions: Dave - Sebenza 31 Micarta Inlay, FreeTiger FT03, Bark River Scagel Medium Field Knife. Levon - WE Knives Snecx Mini Buster, St Nick's Knives eclusive Manix 2, BladeHQ exclusive Copper Giant Mouse Clyde, Cold Steel Voyager Kris

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References:

Skiff Made Blades Drifter

Shirogorov Custom Division Zero NL/Production Zero NL

Quiet Carry Knives

Episode 44 Apr 10, 2020

Episode 44: Potato Our first episode straight from quarantine! In tonight's episode, we discuss our thoughts about what we would want from a potential KNP sprint run Spyderco, muse on the as-of-recording Blade show still not being canceled, as well as touch on some random knives we've gotten or are coming out.

New Acquisition: Dave - Hogue EX-F02 G10, ESEE 3 S35VN. Levon - Artisan Cutlery Centauri, Sebenza 31 Micarta Inlay, FreeTiger FT903

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References:

Manly Drugar

Stonks

Christensen Knifeworks DreadEye

APurvis Progeny V2

USA Made Blade exclusive Hinderer XM-18 3.5" Skinny Skinner

Episode 43 Mar 09, 2020

Episode 43: Swag Pack Sniping

On tonight's episode of the Knife Nuts Podcast, Jake's kids make a bunch of noise, Brian is angry at people for things, we all make fun of Levon for winning rigged lotteries, and Dave clicks with his mouse too much. Just because it's 2020 doesn't mean anything is going to change.

In addition, we finally review all of the 2020 offerings revealed at SHOT Show (and after) and give our takes on them. Here's links to follow along:

Spyderco 2020 - https://www.spyderco.com/catalog/category/new-product-reveal

Kershaw 2020 - https://kershaw.kaiusaltd.com/knives?type=11

Benchmade 2020 - https://www.benchmade.com/new.html

CRKT 2020 - https://www.crkt.com/shop/whats-new.html

Cold Steel 2020 - https://www.coldsteel.com/new-cold-steel-products.html

Steel Will 2020 - https://steelwillknives.com/new.html

WE Knives 2020 - https://knifenews.com/shot-show-2020-we-knife-co-brings-ambitious-lineup/

SOG Knives 2020 - https://knifenews.com/sog-updates-popular-folders-in-major-2020-refresh/

Thank you to our sponsors PVK Vegas, St Nick's Knives, Bladerunner Systems (use coupon code "KNIFENUTS" to get 10% off!), & Kizer Cutlery

Support on on our Patreon for bonus content, swag, and giveaways.

New Acquisitions:

Levon - CKF Fif20, Shirogorov F3 NS, Bladerunner Systems Eon, Ohlone Knives Goat, Benchmade 943-2001, ZT 0308, Tuya Knives Blackbeard, Cold Steel Ti-Lite Kris

Dave - Sharp By Design Void

References:

TJ Miller bomb threat

scarlxrd

Dick Towel

Smash Mouth getting bread thrown at them

Episode 42 Jan 20, 2020

Episode 42: Trojan Termites

In classic Knife Nuts fashion, we're a little late in giving you our 2019 year-end wrap up. Instead of going over a list of formal awards like last year, we bounced from topic to topic going over the manufacturers we thought had great years, and those who had not so great years. Oh, and there's a very special guest on this episode whom Brian finally gets to confront.

Thanks as always to our sponsors Kizer Cutlery, St. Nick's Knives, and PVK Vegas.

References:

"I'm gonna toss a frame-bang your way..."

Reate Jack 2.0 with comb attachment

CKF Fif20

Kershaw 4020WOOD

Ray Laconico "Old Guard"

Vero Engineering

Microtech Merlot handles

Cold Steel Kris Voyager

"I Disagree" by Poppy

Cutting an umbilical cord with a Mini Typhoon

Episode 41 Dec 12, 2019

Episode 41: Disconchanted

In tonight's episode, Jake is about to generate, Brian gets some gray meat, Levon gets up to go pee, and Dave squeaks. We also talk about our experiences at the New York Custom Knife Show, both the people we saw and the knives we handled/bought. We also delve a bit into Black Friday sales this year, as well as break down a little bit about how Chinese knife manufacturing is happening.

Support us on our Patreon for bonus content, swag, and giveaways!

Thanks as always to our sponsors Kizer Cutlery, St. Nick's Knives, and PVK Vegas.

New acquisitions:

Dave - GiantMouse ACE Sonoma, Rike 1902, Diskin MP1, Rike Knight, Drop x Gavko Thresher, BLF FW3A

Levon - Steve Skiff Culprit, Begg Knives Mini Bodega, Rike 1902, Rike Alien 4, Cheburkov Strizh, Pena Trapper, Alliance Designs Bangarang, Para 3 CTS-XHP, Monterey Bay Knives Sprocket, North Arms Knives Skaha II, Olamic Soloist, Wingman EDC Yurei

References:

Time Warp

Rike Dagger (with boobs)

Beskar alloy

"Human Meat"

Chuck Gedraitas Switch Army Knife

"Crawl Through Knives"

Levon without facial hair

Transparent Knives

Episode 40 Oct 31, 2019

Episode 40: Absolutely Ridiculous: Very Very Stupid

In tonight's episode: Jake reveals he's a large-scale guy, Brian talks at length about candy, Levon dances, and Dave talks about Gogurt. We also tackle questions from our AMA, hosted by the official Knife Nuts Podcast subreddit. We answer a range of questions, most on the topic of knives, but a few totally off-topic ones as well. Stick around at the end (if you're metal enough!) to hear our new Black Metal theme song!

New Acquisitions: Dave - CQI Spyderco Kapara, Shun Premier Limited 4" Paring Knife, Shun Classic 6" Kiritsuke

Levon - Dept 13. Modified ZT 0470, Shirogorov x Tom Mayo Dr. Death Arctic, Shirogorov Halloween Edition 111, Real Steel Luna

References:

Chef Brian Duffy's "Opening Night"

Sergei Shirogorov Custom F7

Arch Nemesis with patterned blade

Willy Wonka DinaSour Eggs

Knife Nuts Black Metal Theme credits:

Josh Mahesh Kost (In The Fire, Final Judgement) - All music

Ryan Moll (In The Fire, Total Fucking Destruction, Azure Emote) - Vocals

Equipment: Fuzzrocious Pedals Blast Furnace through Positive Grid BIAS FX

Episode 39 Oct 07, 2019

Episode 39: Thin Fingers and Low T

In tonight's episode, Jake reads something, Levon beseeches you to not slide into DM's, Brian says something dicey again, and Dave probably miscalculates how hard it is to get from South Africa to the US.

We also explore Levon's numerous new acquisitions over the last month, and Jake gets the opportunity to talk about his long desired Real Steel Harrier. In addition, we cover some of the newly announced Spyderco discontinued list and discuss the ongoing PayPal account freezing scare.

Thank you to all of our sponsors: Kizer Cutlery, Bladerunner Systems, and St. Nick’s Knives

New Acquisitions:

Levon - Karroll Knives KC3, WE Knives Gnar, CKF x Tuff Knives Switch, GiantMouse ACE Sonoma, Shirogorov 95T, Knifeworks Exclusive Benchmade Contego, Kershaw Launch 10, Kershaw Emerson CQC-11K, Spyderco Shaman 4V, Hector the Chihuahua , Spartan Blades daggers

Jake - Real Steel Relict, Real Steel Harrier

References:

The Smoking Tire Podcast

Knife Nuts Podcast Edition Void

Lehigh Valley Knife Show

Drop x Matt Degnan Emrose

Drop x Tashi Bharucha Heatseeker

Elijah Isham Aeterna

CKF x Rotten Design Evolution

Benchmade Gold Class Crooked River

Benchmade 3400 Autocrat

The Birdcage

Spyderco discontinued list

Benchmade 496 Vector

APurvis Xerx

Mattias Borrani Chef Bowie

Episode 38 Aug 12, 2019

Episode 38: BGC (Before Good China)

In tonight's episode, Brian takes a well deserved vacation so Adam Purvis of APurvis Blades hangs out with us to discuss our pre-podcast knife collections in detail. We reminisce about our best and worst decisions early on, reflect on some early grails we never achieved, and sprinkle in some talk about newer knives.

As always, thank you to our sponsors Kizer Cutlery and PVK Vegas!

New Acquisitions:

Levon - Kizer Cutlery Price Friction Folder, Drop x Terzuola ATCF Tanto, Chaves Knives Ultramar 229, Socom Elite Auto

References:

Dave's pre-podcast collection spreadsheet

Milla Jovovich in Resident Evil

Old Drippy

Drip Too Hard

Episode 37 Jul 26, 2019

Episode 37: Tactical Bidet

Despite bad weather nearly ending the episode multiple times, the Knife Nuts are back with another episode. In tonight's episode Jake repeats a story, Levon buys some shoes, Brian realizes he's still being interviewed, and Dave talks tactical shits. In addition, we cover some interesting new knives Levon acquired, weigh in on the mess of "HRC-gate", and generally goof around.

As always, thank you to our sponsors PVK Vegas and Kizer Cutlery!

New Acquisitions:

Levon - Kizer Microlith, Terrain 365 Invictus, Wingman EDC MDD-K, Yeezy Boost 700

References:

John Gray gravity knife

Asheville Paragon

NYC lifts gravity knife ban (thanks to Knife Rights)

Terrain 365’s proprietary Dendritic Cobalt “Terravantium” (which is not actually cast, Levon was wrong)

EpicSnuggleBunny WIngman EDC MDD-K disassembly

Kershaw OD-1 & OD-2

Rike Knives Cicada

Sharp by Design Micro Evo

SuperSteel Steve’s HRC gate rebuttal video

Hi-Point Yeet Cannon

Boaty McBoatface

Steel Will Chatbot

Advanced Knife Bro Wildsteer WX video

Corvette C8

Episode 36 Jun 17, 2019

Episode 36: Bed Bug Happy Hour

In this episode, we recap Levon, Jake, and Brian's experiences returning fresh from BLADE 2019. We touch on Levon's numerous new acquisitions, Brian's success at the show, and Jake not having a heart attack. In addition we weigh in on the Zero Tolerance 0223 and Sebenza 31 controversies, as well as our thoughts on the winners of BLADE 2019's official awards. This episode was recorded before the Lionsteel steel hardness controversy erupted, but we will soon address it!

As always, thank you to our sponsors PVK Vegas and Kizer Cutlery!

Levon's acquisitions: Shirogorov x Chris Reeve Knives Unique Graphic Hati R, Tuch Knives Sparrowhawk, CKF x Philipe Jourget FiF, Microtech UTX-85, Kershsaw Launch 9 with Abalone, Blade Runner Systems Nova & Warhead, WE Knives Synergy 2 & Arrakis, Liong Mah KUF v2, Greg Stevens Design Watch, others here.

References:

Brian’s heartfelt IG post about BLADE

Mason Ramsey, the Walmart yodeling kid

Beg Bugs, the board game

Shirogorov 111 with Kickstop

Ace Hood’s “Rolex” disassembling itself

Reate JACK-2

CIVIVI McKenna in Damascus

Isham Bladeworks Dresschaton

Sebenza 31

MicroMachines commercial

Sebenza 31 auction piece

Zero Tolerance 0223

Director of Sonic the Hedgehog movie promises to redesign Sonic after the movie was already finished

Bestech new knives

Enrique Pena new Reate models

Chaves 229

BLADE Show Awards

Olamic Soloist and Whippersnapper

Begg Custom Flashlight

RJ Marin x Shirogorov Overkill

Shun Folding Steak Knife

“Last week we put liquid paper on a bee… it died”

KH Daily kitchen knives

M Shiffer Knives

Patrick Doyle Knives

David Broadwell knives

HEAdesigns Flame

Hogue’s Copper G10

Rich Asians flyer at BLADE

Episode 35 Jun 06, 2019

Episode 35: Duck Tales

After an unintended hiatus, the Knife Nuts are back with a pre-BLADE show episode in which we attempt to cover some of the going-ons in the knife community in the last two months, as well as talk about what we’re looking forward to at BLADE 2019. We cover a number of new releases, and are even joined by a special guest at the end (who also is responsible for the abrupt ending, sorry for the condensed episode length). Thank you all for bearing with us, and a special thank you to our Patreon supporters for their continued support. In tonight’s episode we giveaway two new Serge Panchenko knives to a lucky Patreon supporter!

As always, thank you to our sponsors PVK Vegas and Kizer Cutlery!

References:

"I’m going to go now…”

Red Dead Redemption Snody

Sebenza 31

Duck Tales

Benchmade Bailout hardness issue

Spyderco Drunken pocket clip hate

Para 3 LW

Steel Will F12 Tasso - with the Ant Lock!

New Shirogorov Neon

WingManEDC x Tom Mayo collaboration

Buck x Mayo TNT

Reate Jack-2

Mike Nguyen Kaizen

Brian’s lineup for BLADE

Greg Stevens Designs

WE Knives Synergy 2 backstory

Boombastic

Real Steel Sidus limited editions

Matt Diskin Integral

“I know my behavior can be erratic sometimes”

APurvis Xerxes

Terzuola x Drop Cyrus

Hinderer Balisong

Spyderco Endela

Kizer Mini Domin

Isham Designs Horse Crippler

Episode 34 Apr 06, 2019

Episode 33 Mar 17, 2019

Episode 33: Dynastic Brand Moves Dude! ft. Bladerunner Systems

On this episode of the Knife Nuts Podcast, we are joined by Ed and Lawrence from Bladerunner Systems (BRS). BRS is best known for shaking up the balisong game by creating knives that cater to the demands of dedicated flippers. They're now expanding their brand with the E-volve line of folding knives and fixed blades. We get a nice overview of their history and the intense passion Ed and Lawrence bring to the game. Check out BRS at their website and Instagram pages.

As always thank you to our sponsor PVK Vegas, use coupon code "knifenuts" at checkout to save 5% on your order. In addition, thank you to our sponsor Kizer Cutlery.

If you would like to win the TuffKnives x BRS Imp in the cover art for this episode, go to the Knife Nuts Podcast Instagram page for instructions.

References:

Nova Blades

Jim Lee

Spyderco fined and forced to recall SzaboFly for violating Federal law

Artisan Cutlery auto-bali

The Package

Episode 32 Feb 17, 2019

Episode 32: The New Second Base ft. Liong Mah,

Kicking off season 3 of the Knife Nuts Podcast, Levon, Dave, Jake, and Brian return from a brief hiatus to discuss SHOT show. Joining them is knife designer and proprietor of Liong Mah Knives, Liong Mah himself. We go over Liong's 2019 catalog, his largest to date, and spend a lot of time goofing off. We also giveaway a Fox Knives Pelican to a lucky Patreon supporter.

As always thank you to our sponsor PVK Vegas, use coupon code "knifenuts" at checkout to save 5% on your order. In addition, thank you to our sponsor Kizer Cutlery.

References:

Liong Mah Knives 2019 Catalog

CRKT Eat'n Tool

Zero Tolerance 0022

SOG Seal XR

SOG Terminus XR

Artisan Cutlery balisong bullshit

"Diversify yo bonds!"

Brian's daggers from the KNP hiatus

Mic Geronimo

Shirogorv x Sinkevich Sigma

CZ Shadow 2

"They're rapin' our churches, burnin' our women!"

Child killed by alligator at Disney

Mr. McFeely

Bob Lum's nail nick

Johnny Strong

Episode 31 Jan 02, 2019

Episode 31: A Horrible Error ft. Adam Purvis & Our Best/Worst of 2018

On a special New Year's Eve episode of the Knife Nuts Podcast, we put 2018 under the lens. Joined by friend of the show and knife maker Adam Purvis, we present 22 of our own awards to the best and worst of knives in 2018.

As always thank you to our sponsor PVK Vegas, use coupon code "knifenuts" at checkout to save 5% on your order. In addition, thank you to our sponsor Kizer Cutlery.

Awards:

Surprise personal hit:

Dave - Zero Tolerance 0640

Jake - Manly Knives, APurvis Primordial

Levon - APurvis Primordial

Adam- Tangram Vector

Worst knife trend of 2018:

Dave - Poor estimation of production schedules from production companies

Levon - Fordite/carboquartz

Jake - continued downfall of ZT

Brian- the pocket pecker myth

Adam - fordite

Most impressive knife of the year:

Dave - WE Knives 811 Tyche

Jake - Russian Hokkaido

Levon - Begg Knives Mandera

Adam - Reate Crossroads

Brian - Begg Knives Mandera

Overall - John W Smith NY Special Folder

Best budget folder:

Dave - Tangram Vector

Levon- Civivi Praxis

Jake - Real Steel

Adam - Civivi

Best overall lineup:

Dave - ZT

Levon - Reate

Jake - Spyderco

Adam - Reate

Overall - Kizer Cutlery

Best OEM:

Dave - WE Knives

Levon - Reate

Jake - Bestech

Brian - Reate

Adam - Reate

Worst detent:

Dave - GiantMouse GM5

Levon- GiantMouse GM5

Jake - Dave

Brian - Didn’t feel it myself but if Dave couldn’t fire it it would have to be RJ Martin

Most disappointing knife we received all year:

Dave - Defiant7 Servo

Levon- WE Knives 815B Double Helix

Jake - Aegis Hoplite

Designer of the year:

Dave - Elijah Isham

Brian - Isham

Levon - Isham

Adam - Isham

Honorable Mention - Jared Van Otterloo

Best value:

Dave - MassDrop/WE Knives offerings

Levon- Massdrop Gent

Jake - Kershaw Bareknuckle & Aaron Frederick Trash Panda line

Adam- Jan Hafeinec fixed blades

Worst value:

Dave - everything from Italy

Levon- Ditto

Jake - European table prices

Best knife meme:

Brian - Levons Christmas China D2

Adam - Para3 memes

Overall - Heeter Nation guy

Wingding of the year:

Dave - Comments Sections

Levon- Nick Shabazz comment sections

Best collaboration:

Dave - Sharp by Design x Reate

Jake - Elijah x Knife Industry, AP x Knifenuts!

Levon - JVO x Begg Knives

Best new maker:

Levon- Ian Pikarski CMF

Jake - Luma Blades Jason (new 2018 process)

Brian - Ian Pikarski

Adam - Aaron Frederick

Most promising new production company:

Dave - Artisan Cutlery

Levon - Bestech

Jake - Real Steel

Most disappointing production company:

Dave - Rike Knives

Jake - ZT

Levon - Rike

Best YouTuber:

Dave - Cedric & Ada

Levon- Advanced Knife Bro

Jake - Jeremy Schmidt

Adam - EpicSnuggleBunny/Alex Steel

Best dealer exclusive:

Dave - Rivers Edge Cutlery P3

Levon - Rivers Edge Cutlery P3

Jake - St Nicks Para3

Most controversial/questionable move by production company:

Dave - Boker raising their MAP prices by 25%

Jake - ZT - Once favorite American manufacturer getting steamrolled by red China

Levon - Spyderco continuing to raise prices

Most improved brand:

Dave - Hinderer Knives

Levon - Kizer Knives

Jake - Microtech

Best podcast moment of 2018:

Dave - Jake revealing to Brian he probably has lead poisoning

Levon - hearing Jason Brous say “China D2” seriously/going on Knife Banter

Jake - Sal Manaro singing my dying cat version theme song

Worst podcast moment of 2018:

Dave - Monroe Transfer catching on as much as it did

Levon- Jake’s soundproof chamber

Jake - the 3 hours I spent soundproofing

Brian - my mug on a mug.

References:

The Apollo Theater's "Sandman"

Pusha T's Daytona

"You haven't thought of the smell, you bitch!"

Henry. R "Dick" Hole, Rhode Island basketball legend

CRKT Ken Onion Motley

MKM slipjoint

The WE Knives 619 "HIV knife"

AdvancedKnifeBro's Himalayan Imports Kukri review

Johnny-Five

Episode 30 Dec 08, 2018

Episode 30: Progenies of the Great Knifenuts Podcastalypse (Post NYCKS 2018)

In tonight’s episode: Jake’s credit score is 734, Levon decries Nuts-on-Nuts crime, Brian does a whisper, and Dave goes to lockbar detention.

Also in tonight’s episode we tackle some new releases, the Knife New’s Reader’s Choice awards (as of 12/4), our first production knife collaboration, and most importantly, our thoughts on NYCKS 2018.

As usual, thank you to our sponsor, PVK Vegas. Use coupon code “knifenuts” for 5% off your total order. Check out our other sponsor, Kizer Cutlery, and their “Black Month” sale going on now.

News: Spyderco’s new reveal strategy & possible price increases from tariffs (https://knifenews.com/spyderco-adopts-new-reveal-strategy-with-2019-product-guide/),

ZT Sprint Runs (0562Ti https://zt.kaiusaltd.com/knives/knife/zt0562ti 0055BRZ https://zt.kaiusaltd.com/knives/knife/0055brz

Knife Nuts Podcast x APurvis Blades Progeny thoughts

Knife News Reader's Choice Awards

New acquisitions: Dave - Isham Bladeworks Blackstar, Spyderco Kapara, ZT 0640

Levon - ZT 0920, Kizer Theta/Feist, Isham Bladeworks Blackstar

Jake- Isham Bladeworks Blackstar, Kizer Theta/Feist, Copper Natrix, Worst OerLa.

Projects- Copper Natrix hardening new washers, Aegis Hoplite no detent no lock.

Wingding of the Week: The Return of JDavis882

References:

Carcass - "Swansong"

"Now that I can't abide"

Kmaxrom Pelican

RIP Clippy

Dimmu Borgir - "Progenies of the Great Apocalypse"

Celtic Frost - "Progeny"

Tyga - “Taste”

Levon's British friend

Mustangs at Car’s & Coffee

Baby Shark

People at NYCKS:

Sal Manaro

Ken Steigerwalt

Tom Krein

Richard Rogers

Chuck Gedraitas

Chopp Knives

Chuck Richards

Greg Medford

Three Rivers Manufacturing

Luhmer Knives

Matt Diskin

Achter Knives

Geoff Blauvelt

Peter Rassenti

Brian Tighe

Cultrotech

Dervish Knives

Attn2Detail

RJ Martin

Kirby Lambert

Andrew Demko

The whole Chris Reeve Knives crew (Tim, Matt, Anne)

Think Twice Cut Once Podcast

Episode 29 Nov 10, 2018

Episode 29: Herb Derr (Pre-NYCKS 2018)

In tonight's episode, Levon yells "abort!", Jake doubles down on a bad joke, Dave records the second half of the podcast underwater, and Brian and makes a shrill noise then disappears.

In addition, we cover a bunch of new acquisitions we didn't mention last episode, go over the discontinued for 2019 Spyderco's, and discuss what we hope to do and see at NYCKS 2018. Later in the episode, a guest joins us and we try to get through Boker's 2019 catalog. We don't get far.

We also giveaway an APurvis Blades Primordial to one of our $25 level Patreon supporters. As usual, thank you to our sponsors Kizer Cutlery and PVK Vegas. Use coupon code "knifenuts" to get 5% off your order at PVK!

New acquisitions:

Dave - Maxpedition Entity 23L, APurvis Blades Primordial, Zero Tolerance 0470, Tangram Amarillo

Levon - APurvis Primodial, Kizer Minitherium, Kizer Nomad, Zero Tolerance 0470, Spyderco EuroEdge, Sharp By Design x Reate Micro Typhoon, CRKT x BladeHQ Pilar, Shirogorov x Barker Hokkaido

References:

Grainside Originals

Yaxell Mon Chef's Knife

Herb Derr

Spyderco Discontinued 2019 list

The Monroe Transfer (look it up yourself)

Butterfish

Boker 2019 Catalog

Episode 28 Oct 24, 2018

Episode 28: MODIFY MY BOKER!!! ft Geoff Blauvelt of TuffKnives

Tonight we are joined by custom knife maker Geoff Blauvelt of TuffKnives. Geoff's story is one that is both totally unique, and highly modern; he was key member of the early YouTube knife community, whose passion for knives lead to career modifying them, and later making his own custom knives. What is completely unique is that he documented all of it on YouTube at a time where no one else had done this before. His YouTube channel (Tuffthumbz) is still available if you want to watch the reality-show like progression of Geoff and other custom knife makers around him like Sebastjian Berenji (Borka Blades) and Michal Gavac (Gavko Knives).

We get the full story from Geoff, as well as some of the interesting up's and down's he has experienced in his career as a knife maker. A common theme throughout the episode is reminiscing about how different knife industry was even just 5 years ago.

In addition, we are proud to announce our new sponsor, Kizer Cutlery, who joins our established sponsor PVK Vegas. We are excited to be able to check out Kizer's new knives and will continue to provide our unfiltered, irreverent takes on their knives. As usual, use coupon code "knifenuts" at PVK for 5% off your order!

References:

Please Touch Museum (Philadelphia, PA) mural painted by Geoff

Spyderco T-Mag

Boker Plus x TuffKnives War Toad

TuffKnives Imp

Arcform Knives

Kershaw Cyclone ZDP-189

Bobby Shmurda

Jim Skelton visits Tuff Knives and grinds his first blade

California legal Microtech UTX 70

Episode 27 Sep 24, 2018

Episode 27: Q&A

Well I don't really have a funny description for this one, it's just us answering listener-provided questions like "what two makers would you like to see collaborate and what production company would you like to handle it?" or "Which host of the podcast would survive longest in a zombie apocalypse?". This one really is about knives!

As always, make sure to head over to our sponsor PVK Vegas and use the coupon code “knifenuts” for 5% off your order.

References:

Paris knife show - brought to you by the human chickpea

Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop

Benchmade Gold Class Cigar Cutter

Microtech/Terzuola ATCF

Lily Pulitzer

History of Mokume-Gane

"I did not hit her! I did naaaaaht"

Black Philip

Episode 26 Sep 16, 2018

Episode 26: Kevin James Knives

On tonight's episode of the Knife Nuts Podcast: Brian poses a question, Jake 3D prints himself a new life, Levon struggles with his hair, and Dave finally gets the soundboard he has wanted.

Also on tonight's episode we recount Brian's experience at the USN GX show, along with some debates about how knife makers should handle shit talking (and vice versa). In addition, we give away a Viper Fortis to a lucky Patreon supporter and hit some scattershot topics we've missed in the last month.

As always, thank you to our sponsor PVK Vegas with whom you can receive 5% off your order with the coupon "knifenuts".

New acquisitions:

Jake - Rex 45 Para 3, Trash Panda Express

Levon - River's Edge Cutlery Para 3, Brous Blades Raven, Liong Mah Eraser, Civivivivivi knife

Dave - GiantMouse GM5, Real Steel x Poltergeist Works 3605F

References:

Carol Danvers

BG Knives haul from GX

Lee Lerman auction piece

Knife Nuts Knife Banter episode

St. Nick's exclusive Para 3

Spyderco Brouwer

Heeter Nation video

Delaware County (Delco) accent

North Arms Knives Knife News article

Fyre Festival debacle

The Pine Barrens

Joe Rogan Podcast with knife maker

Episode 25 Aug 13, 2018

Episode 25: Fake Knife Bro ft. Advanced Knife Bro

In tonight's episode, we're joined by popular knife YouTuber Advanced Knife Bro, whose channel is known for its sardonic, deadpan humor and high production values. Mark has carved out a sizable following on YouTube by giving honest, user-focused reviews that don't get caught up in minutia that plagues tabletop reviews. Oh, and he batons everything.

New acquisitions: Levon - Tangram Vector, Something Obscene Nemley, Valence Knives Gamma midtech, Arcform Catalyst, Purvis Ish. Dave - WE 814 Chimera, Fjallbo bookcase from IKEA. Jake - WE 717 Valiant.

As usual, you can get 5% off your order from our sponsor PVK by using the coupon code "knifenuts".

References:

Survive! Knives Drama

Advanced Knife Bro Brous Razorback video

"Oh hi Mark"

"Then I heard it's not what you make but how much you spent"

St Nick's Knives exclusive Delica

"Did we just become best friends?!"

Episode 24 Jul 17, 2018

Episode 24: Passion of the Jake 2: Electric Boogaloo

In tonight's episode, Levon really emphasizes the "p" in "pimping", Jake makes some noises (as usual), Brian finally loses it, and Dave brings Jake's cross out of retirement.

In addition, we also covered our numerous new acquisitions as of late, with an emphasis on new stuff from WE Knives, including a first look at the new MassDrop/Gavko/WE collaboration Thresher. We spend a good amount of time discussing the ZT lock failure controversy, and Jake and Dave finally share details about stories they've hinted at for a while.

New acquisiton: Levon - MassDrop/Gavko/WE Thresher (prototype on loan from Massdrop), Shirogorov Hati R, Shirogorov Hation (loan), ZT 0462BLK, ZT 0450FCDAM, Kershaw Launch 1, Kizer Begleiter. Dave - MassDrop Crux (on loan from @richardrigsby), Kizer Basalt, WE Knives 811B Tyche (on loan from @apurvisblades). Jake - Quest Customs Micro Kwaiken

As usual, you can get 5% off your order from our sponsor PVK by using the coupon code "knifenuts". Also, check out the MassDrop/Gavko/WE Thresher at http://dro.ps/thresher-1

References:

John DeLorean money laundering
Social Learning Theory (Albert Bandura)
Kizer Gemini in Damasteel
Boker Plus Urban Trapper in Damasteel
BRS version of the Thresher
BRS Minuteman
CKF Spectra
Dr. Frunkey Video on the Thresher
HEA Designs EQ V2
"It's the Black Lung Pop!"
Ferrum Forge Pro-Line
Microtech OSS Cobra
Real Steel/Poltergeist Works 3605F Control
River's Edge Cutlery PM3 sprint
Nero Knives video of his ZT locks failing
Nemo Knives using a PM2 to cut through another PM2 (I wish this video still existed)
Strider PT slipjoint

Episode 23 Jun 27, 2018

Episode 23: PostBLADEum Depression

On tonight's episode: Jake has a rash, Brian will bang anyone of youse for that kinda money, Levon doesn't say "pet peeve" that much, and Dave puts the stress on the second syllable of "prowess". Oh, and Aaron shows up again.

It may be the Michael Jordan episode, but this was no slam dunk. We jump around between new acquisitions, some forthcoming knives, and reflect more on Blade once we're again joined by Aaron Frederick of Frederick Knives.

New Acquisitions: Levon - Reate Baby Machine, Kershaw Camp 10, Shirogorov Hati R, Real Steel G5 Metamorph. Dave - Kershaw Camp 18

We're also excited to be able to give away a WE Knives 807 Vaquita that was generously donated by its designer, NM Bladeworks. In order to enter, post a picture on Instagram of what you would use a tiny kukri for with the hashtag #KnifeNutsTreeShit and tag at our IG account, @knifenutspodcast.

References:

Brian's Chicane auction
Shirogorov Hati R
Pena X Series
Dalibor Bergam Unnamed Integral
Michael Raymond Starlit
Real Steel Harrier
Real Steel x Poltergeist Bladeworks
Mora Cork knife
The Hitman
Tim Lambesis arrest
Microtech UTX-70
Microtech Cypher
Lucas Burnley kitchen knife Kickstarter
Vitesse Design Morpheus
Blink Blades Jinx
Spyderco Matriarch
Skeksis
WE Knives 811 Tyche
Zero Tolerance 0462BLK
KABAR's first flipper
Knife Steel Nerds
Chaves x Reate Knives Ultramar line
British pronunciation of "prowess"
No Flex Zone

Episode 22 Jun 11, 2018

Episode 22: EpicSnuggleNuts Pt. 2 ft. EpicSnuggleBunny (Post-Blade Show 2018)

Fresh back from Blade Show 2018, we are once again joined by Auston the EpicSnuggleBunny to discuss everyone's (but Dave) experience at the Blade show 2018. We cover the new production knives introduced, give some thoughts on the awards, and generally act very exhausted from the deluge of knives at Blade.

References:

Greg Medford naked
JBin knives
Reate Jack
Enrique Pena/Reate Series X
Liong Mah Lanny
Zero Tolerance 0470
Kershaw Atmos
Andy Milonakis
Suing your parents for kicking you out...
Shirogorov auction piece
Darrel Ralph balisong (no photographs!)
Fanatic Edge Omen
Isham Bladeworks Arrakis, Pleroma, and AEterna
WE knife with exposed spring
Mikita Knives and Maniago Knife Consortium
Lionsteel ROK
Hinderer Full Track with Tri-way pivot
Spyderco Paysan
Spyderco Drunken
Brous knife suspiciously similar to the Tropen
Chris Reeve Knives Impinda
Begg Mini Glimpse
Phillippe Jourget FIF 23
Tashi wolverine claws
Benchmade Gold Class Proper
Snecx/CKF Terra

Episode 21 May 31, 2018

Episode 21: EpicSnuggleNuts ft. EpicSnuggleBunny (Pre-Blade 2018)

In tonight's episode, we're joined by friend of the podcast Auston, better known in the knife community as EpicSnuggleBunny. Auston runs a popular YouTube channel in which he reviews a variety of production and custom knives. You can also find him on IG here.

We spend most of the episode discussing what we're interested in seeing at the upcoming Blade show, but wander off into other topics including reminiscing about Auston's former podcast, the Modern Neanderthal Podcast. Much to Auston's chagrin, we very much did not have a list of topics to cover so in typical Knife Nuts fashion, most of the time is spent annoying Brian.

References:
Hogue H&K Exemplar
Zero Tolerance 0095TS
Tommy Boy - "They want the guarantee on the box!"
Begg Knives Astio
Kershaw Camp 18
"I studied the blade..."
Archibald Meatpants aka Bill Barrett
G&G Hawk Deadlock
G&G Hawk/Serge Orbit
Heretic Blade Show special
Family Guy - "Kicked in the nuts"
Benchmade 756 Micro Pocket Rocket
New Reate integral designed by Jack
Reate/Lambert collaboration
Real Steel Relict and Havran
Lionsteel ROK
Zieba knife stuffed with skulls
New Kizer knives
The Streisand Effect
New Isham Bladeworks

Episode 20 May 18, 2018

Episode 20: You're Never Too Old For Crayons!!! ft Matt Diskin

In tonight's episode, we're joined by a name you probably recognize but know little about, and if you don't know his name you certainly know the knives he has provided materials for. Matt Diskin is a talented custom knifemaker best known for his recent double action offerings like the Fire, Wheel, or Revolution, but also owns one of the most important carbon fiber companies in the knife industry, Fibersmith.

Matt provides some exclusive information about the history of the ZT0777, and some more insight into the materials knife companies choose. We also get into some general topics talking about his production collaborations and his views on how the custom market has changed.

References:

Diskin VND (can't find any pictures of this one)
Older Diskin art knives
Butch Valloton and his family
Diskin Fire
Lightning Strike Carbon Fiber
Marble Carbon Fiber
Lamborghini "Forged Carbon Fiber"
Diskin designed Kizer Toro
Kershaw Strobe
Kershaw Deadline
Kershaw Nura
Zero Tolerance 0095TS
Vanax 35
Zero Tolerance 0454
Zero Tolerance 0600
Sinkevich modified ZT0450
Zero Tolerance 0450FCZDP
Zero Tolerance 0427
Salt Bae Reviews
Adam Purvis Primordial
Quest Customs Kutzu
Teal Delica
Diskin Corkscrew knife
Possible Valloton in Drive
Chris Reeve Inkosi with CarboQuartz

Episode 19 Apr 18, 2018

Episode 19: Blue Collar Comedy Tour

In tonight's episode, Dave offers Jake a cross, Levon alienates a good majority of our audience, Brian has to go, and Jake hand-files for your sins.

We cover a range of topics, including some new acquisitions, Twosun knives, the Caswell Morphing Karambit Kickstarter, the future of custom knife makers, the upcoming Massdrop Terzuola collaboration, and more. Brian had to leave us after about 1 hour and 20 minutes, and we had to call in for reinforcements from a fan-favorite guest. If you only want to hear about knives, you can tune out at that point.

New acquisitions: Levon - Brian Tighe Tighe Breaker, WE Zeta, Steel Will Resident, Brown Knives Servo (on loan), Dave - waiting on a Twosun TS69, Jake - his own custom made fixed blade

References:

Cognitively impenetrable memes
reusable diaper washer
Brian Tighe Tighe Coon
Edge Observer documentary on Brian Tighe (sadly taken down along with all of Edge Observer's work)
Steel Will Tenet
Rodney Mullen
"Take On Me" by Aha
Tuya Knives
WE 604 tattoo
Twosun TS25
Massdrop Made Terzuola/WE Knife
Three Rivers Manufacturing TR-1000
WE 803, 804, 805
New Reate/Liong Mah knives
New Reate/Lambert knives
Damon Wayans with a Kwaiback
In Living Color skits (Self-Defense Instructor and Fire Marshall Bill)
Killer Mike (and his Balzano knife)
Cold Steel San Mai cease and desist
Massdrop/Spyderco SG2 Endure and Delica
Super Blue Caly warping
Spyderco Lum Tanto thread with Sal's awful response
Awful lamination line on the BladeHQ/Lum Chinese sprint
Alexi Laiho
Wayne Static and Tera Wray
Joe Caswell Morphing Karambit Kickstarter
Wintersun's kickstarter controversy
"ran off on the plug twice..."
Boxing glove on a spring thing
Lehigh Valley Knife Show

Episode 18 Apr 02, 2018

Episode 18: Big Country Big D*** ft. Aaron Frederick of Frederick Knives

On tonight's episode, we're joined by veteran custom knifemaker Aaron Frederick, one of the most colorful personalities in the knife industry. Buckle up, it's going to be a rollercoaster of homoeroticism, self-deprecation, and some fantastic insider stories from Aaron. We also learn about his origins, and future directions for his Trash Panda line. Aaron and his knives can be found on his website and on his Instagram page.

Stick around after the outro music for 20 minutes of behind the scenes raw recordings of us trying to set the episode up with Aaron. It's worth it to hear where tonight's title comes from.

New Acquisitions: Dave - Stedemon Shy V. Levon - Will Moon Stormcrow, Wind River Wild Knives folder, Steel Will Resident, Spyderco Shaman, Unnamed M-tech, CRKT Maven. Jake - Wicked Edge Pro Gen 3.

References:

John W Smith
Art Knife Invitational
Aaron's CRKT production knives

Episode 17 Mar 10, 2018

Episode 17: Schrödinger's Tip

In tonight's episode: Dave sits way too close to his mic, Levon wants to swing the podcast dick, Jake details how to know if you have lead poisoning, and Brian details his love brake cleaner.

This is another off-the-cuff episode but we keep the topics almost exclusively on knives. We discuss our experience with the Work Sharp Ken Onion edition powered knife sharpener, which was provided to us by Work Sharp. In addition, we cover topics like Japanese knives, the new steel tariff, the new Spyderco's revealed at IWA 2018. and a weird Russian knife.

New acquisitions: Levon - Liong Mah XV, Lionsteel Shuffler, DCB Customs Kitchen set, Purple kitty cat katana. Dave - SBD Mini Typhoon, Rike 803CH, ZT 0462

References:

Peter Steele: "I'm less miserable"

DMX - Stop Bein' Greedy

Tech Studio Professional sharpener

"A box from Russia changed my life"

The titty knife

Spyderco Collector's website (IWA 2018 offerings)

Spyderco Mosquito

North Arms Knives Skaha

Ron Flaherty knives (no website, just google them to see them)

Episode 16 Feb 21, 2018

Episode 16: Pennsylvanian Hunger ft. Isham Bladeworks

On tonight's episode, we're joined by one of the hottest knife designers in the industry, Elijah Isham of Isham Bladeworks. We discuss his origins, influences, and what's it like to design knives with WE and Kizer.

Please check out Elijah's work on his Instagram and remember that using coupon code "KNIFENUTS" will get you 10% off from Tackle Outdoors.

References:

True Sword's video for the wakizashi Jake bought

The Brian propaganda picture

Elijah's artistic influences: HR Giger, Zdzisław Beksiński, Brian Smith

The band "Horrendous"

Kristian Wåhlin

Hangar 18 and the terrible Megadeth song

"When you're dead you're done you're dead you died"

Black Knight Satellite

Episode 15.5 Feb 02, 2018

Episode 15.5: China D2... Part 2? (Bonus Q&A Episode)

Here is our attempt at an apology for our delays between episodes. But if I got this as an apology, I would probably be pretty upset.

In this episode, we answer fan questions including biggest knife regrets, whether S30V is boring, whether we're all too spoiled by the current crop of production knives, and more! Expect a lot of the the trademark Knife Nuts Off-Topic Banter® between questions.

References:

The legendary freestyle from Cam'ron on Rap City

Jimmy McMillian of the "Rent is Too Damn High Party"

Become the leader of the Thieves Guild and earn yourself the Gray Fox Mask and the Skeleton Key

Episode 15 Jan 29, 2018

Episode 15: China D2

New Acquisitions: Levon - Boos Blades Mini Aero, Reate x Tashi Starboy, Reate x Todd Begg Steelcraft Bodedga. Dave - Zebralight SC64, Kizer T1, Benchmade Mini Crooked River. Jake - BLF Gigathrower, Armytek Wizard Pro

In tonight's episode Jake gets triggered by a screw (and D2), Levon espouses some interesting conspiracy theories, Brian makes some beeping sounds, and Dave makes too many obscure hip-hop references.

We also go over all of the major reveals from SHOT Show 2018. All of the SHOT Show knives we reference can be found here on KnifeNew's overview or here on BladeHQ's YouTube channel.

We also encourage you to check out our new sponsor Tackle Outdoors, where you can use coupon code "KNIFENUTS" to get 10% off your purchase.

References:

What A Time To Be Alive

I get computers 'puting

Data and Lore from Star Trek: The Next Generation

A comprehensive guide to Lil Wayne's poop references

The band sort-of responsible for our new theme music, Rosetta

Post-Metal

The bands Kataklysm, Kittie, and Fleshgod Apocalypse

Throw some China on that bitch

That Britney Spears song with the interlude about getting the jewel from the Titanic

Disclaimer: All statements regarding the character of individuals or corporations are intended as satire and not statements of fact. The views of any one host do not reflect those of any other hosts, guests, or Knife Nuts as a whole

Episode 14 Jan 03, 2018

Episode 14: #ThrowYourShitintheCreek

In the season one finale, we review the new for 2018 Spyderco offerings and attempt to provide our answer to BladeHQ's 7 Best Knives of 2017 video. In typical fashion, things do not go very well.

Thank you all for your support, we genuinely appreciate our fans! Look for the Knife Nuts Podcast to return in 2018.

References:

Tom Krein Regrind Benchmade Proper

Duck and Platypus penises

WE Knives 604DS

The knives Jake sent to Dave

Steve Mnuchin manure incident

Chaves Redencion 228 v3

Trouble Bladeworks

Spyderco Sliverax Rocketship

Spyderco wicker basket hand?

New for 2018 Spyderco:

Native 5 CPM-154/S90V

Shabaria (Shabba Ranks)

Respect

V-Toku2 steel

SOG Vulcan

Fake SOG

PPT Sprint Run

Clipit Tool

Rhino

Hanan

Parata

Spyderco Jester

Knife Nuts take on BladeHQ’s year end award:

Best value – Levon: Real Steel Megalodon 2017, Dave: Steel Will’s sub-$100 offerings, Ruike, Boker Plus Tech-Tool, Jake: Tecut Zero

Knife that inspires envy: Jake: Sharp By Design Archnemesis, Borka Blades mStich, Dave: Rotten Designs, Steelcraft Bodega Levon: Damasteel WE Knives, Sharp By Design Archnemesis

Pretty quick knife: Dave: Boos Blades Smoke TS1, 2017 Kizer models, Levon: Olamic Swish (Egyptian Swish)

Twice the knife for half the price: Unanimous: Vipon, for their formerly insane Kizer deals

My new favorite: Dave: not the Giantmouse GM3, Jake: WE 714 Slipsteam, Levon: Sharp by Design Mini Typhoon

A little tank: We instead talk about Boker Plus

Perfect slim EDC: We begrudgingly admit that we should probably try a Benchmade Bugout, Dave: Boos Blades Smoke TS1

Some of our own categories:

Most beautifully engineered knife: Rike and Liong Mah designs

Surprise personal hit: Levon – Hinderer XM slippy

Podcast Archnemesis of the Year: CRKT

Honorable mention: Dave – CKF Veksha, Jake – Tuch Axis

Worst knife trend of 2017: Superhero themed Cerakote

Printed circuit board Tenacious

Budget Light Forums Giga Thrower

WILL KEITH CUT A WATER BOTTLE WITH KNIFENUTSJAKE ON IT

Episode 13 Dec 09, 2017

Episode 13: The Burr King of Dildos

In tonight's episode Jake says more than two sentences that aren't about flashlights, Levon talks to his mom, Dave breaks up a happy couple, and Brian is very excited to end things.

We also talk about our numerous Black Friday and Vipon scores on WE and Kizer knives, and the related misadventures in buying them. In addition, we give our thoughts on Knife News 2017 Dealer's Choice Award.

References:

Celtic Frost's To Mega Therion

Sybian

Iced Earth

Tim "Ripper" Owens

Mustard Tiger

Disclaimer: All statements regarding the character of individuals or corporations are intended as satire and not statements of fact. The views of any one host do not reflect those of any other hosts, guests, or Knife Nuts as a whole

Episode 12 Nov 17, 2017

Episode 12: Jake & Aaron Frederick - A Love Story (Post NYCKS)

In tonight's episode, Jake, Brian, and Levon recount their experiences at the New York Custom Knife Show. We go over in-depth Levon's numerous acquisitions, and hear some interesting stories and foibles from the story. Almost all of the knives we talk about can be found on their respective maker's Instagram pages.

Here's the photo of Levon's acquisitions, and here is Jake's.

References:

The anthropological origin of Richard Wu's (Rike Knives) "coke nail"

Tomas Haake of Meshuggah

Disclaimer: All statements regarding the character of individuals or corporations are intended as satire and not statements of fact. The views of any one host do not reflect those of any other hosts, guests, or Knife Nuts as a whole

Episode 11 Oct 11, 2017

Episode 11: AVERAGE USER!

In tonight's episode Jake strings together a bunch of gross words, Brian lays down in a garage, Levon yells "AVERAGE USER!" , and Dave describes a sex act with an alien.

Also tonight we examine CRKT's new lineup for 2018, including their Ruger line. In addition, we discuss Brian's most recent Arch Nemesis auction and discuss the business of being a knife maker.

Wingding of week: Paulo Balzano, for attacking his own kickstarter backers who are looking for answers about their overdue knives.

References:

David Lynch's Eraserhead

Z Strops IG page

Disclaimer: All statements regarding the character of individuals or corporations are intended as satire and not statements of fact. The views of any one host do not reflect those of any other hosts, guests, or Knife Nuts as a whole

Episode 10 Sep 16, 2017

Episode 10: Knife Porn or Porn Knives? ft. Tuch Knives

We've made it into double digits!

In tonight's episode we are joined by father and son duo William and Eric Tuch (of Tuch Knives). Tuch Knives makes some truly remarkable art pieces that way outside of our normal wheelhouse, which makes the conversation all that more enlightening. Tuch Knives are making their foray into the tactical world with their new "Axis" model, which makes up a bulk of the conversation.

You guys can find William and Eric at:

Their website

Their Instagram

Their YouTube channel

We were plagued by some technical difficulties during this episode and apologize for the occasional stuttering. We're looking into solutions to improving the audio quality when we have guests, which poses the biggest issue for a remotely recorded podcast like ours.

References:

Butch Vallotton Knives

The Tim Herman "Porn Knife" we couldn't stop talking about

CAS Iberia Ron Lake replica

Episode 9 Sep 01, 2017

Episode 9: The Brian Nadeau VR Experience

News: KnifeNews 25 best selling knives of 2017, Discontinued ZT's, No Shirogorov warranty without certificate of authenticity, V Nives Kickstarter campaign

On tonight's episode Dave invents a new kind of contraceptive, Brian moves to Colombia, Jake gives us some important sociological insights, and Levon airs his anti dude-ponytail bias.

In this week's episode we cover a variety of topics, including how knifemakers should adapt to increasingly fickle buyers, whether grails really exist, and answer some viewer questions. But mostly it's just the kind of idiocy you might come to expect.

Wingding of the Week: Steve Ketchen (spketch) officially gets Wingding of the Week for not making good on returning knives or money

References:

Imalent DX80 lighting things on fire

The Guild of Calamitous Intent

Celtic Frost's Vanity/Nemesis

MSC strong armed car jacking

Jason Brous/Mikkel Willumsen - Same person?

Cooley Custom Dick Knife

Gojira's The Way of All Flesh

Fanatic Edge's "house fire" finish

Disclaimer: All statements regarding the character of individuals or corporations are intended as satire and not statements of fact. The views of any one host do not reflect those of any other hosts, guests, or Knife Nuts as a whole

Episode 8 Aug 11, 2017

Episode 8: Useful Consumer Advice ft. Ben of BladeHQ

In tonight's episode Levon mispronounces "microcosm" twice, Jake suggests a creative way to die, Dave makes a horse noise, and Brian forgets why he was angry.

Also, marketing manager of BladeHQ Ben Petersen joins us to discuss BladeHQ and what it's like working in the retail side of the knife industry. Ben is best known as the face of BladeHQ, and pioneered the use of videos and social media to help engage the consumer with the retailer.

Wingding of the week: Shirogorov, for the Born in Vegas spinner roulette, and Sketchen Scales for going MIA with peoples knives and money

References: Meat Spin (no I'm not linking that), Mr. Hands (also not linking that)

Disclaimer: All statements regarding the character of individuals or corporations are intended as satire and not statements of fact. The views of any one host do not reflect those of any other hosts, guests, or Knife Nuts as a whole

Episode 7 Jul 26, 2017

Episode 7: LubriCANS and LubriCANTS News: TOPS new $500 BoB folder In tonight's episode, we try to provide some genuine consumer advice and discuss knife maintenance, from lubricating to tools to sharpening. There's 40 minutes of solid bullshitting before that though. Wingding of the week: Photobucket, for suddenly putting everyone's photos behind a paywall. References: Andre Chikatilo, Blue Waffle (hell no I'm not linking that here), Fox Knives Desert Fox, Farid Mehr vs. Sal Glesser

Episode 6 Jun 27, 2017

Episode 6: 50 Shades of (John) Gray Today we are joined by knifemaker and Bigfoot lookalike John Gray. We talk a lot about his knives, and some of the more interesting anecdotes from his past (mostly involving bears). This was a pretty loose episode, so don't say we didn't warn you. Wingding of the week: People funding knife-related Kickstarter/GoFundMe campaigns when they have no option of getting their money back (e.g., the Balzano/"Mars" situation). John provides a nice counterpoint of how it has been used successfully by reputable knifemakers. References: Necromicon, Ed Gein, Tool's "Prison Sex" Disclaimer: All statements regarding the character of individuals or corporations are intended as satire and not statements of fact. The views of any one host do not reflect those of any other hosts, guests, or Knife Nuts as a whole.

Episode 5 Jun 08, 2017

Episode 5: Fedora-Flipper Correlations (BLADE Show) Tonight we get very loose discussing what we saw (on the internet) at BLADE, and interrogate Brian about his experience there. Wingding of the Week: BLADE organizers as a staff, label, and as a mothafuckin crew for perpetrating yet another fraud by giving Lionsteel overall knife of the year and the manufacturing quality award. References: Lynn Thompson/Andrew Demko photo: https://www.instagram.com/p/BU43csWl7x4/?taken-by=rike_knife Kizer Rape Whistle: https://www.massdrop.com/buy/kizer-siren-1 Disclaimer: All statements regarding the character of individuals or corporations are intended as satire and not statements of fact. The views of any one host do not reflect those of any other hosts, guests, or Knife Nuts as a whole.

Episode 4 May 24, 2017

Episode 4: Olight Durags (Pre-BLADE Show) Tonight's episode revolves around the loose topic of the upcoming BLADE show. We take a big detour into flashlights where Jake educates us a bit on what to look for in an EDC flashlight. News: Microtech vs KAI lawsuit amended, Knifehaterz possibly back for real? Wingding of the week: knife manufacturers who blame their customers for being "too picky" or "problem customers" when they have totally reasonable concerns. References: Arsis - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UllRP874veI Celtic Frost - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N59La4jsOjA&t=86s Glenn Danzig's bricks - http://www.metalsucks.net/2011/03/23/danzig-is-just-cleaning-up-his-motherfcking-bricks-bitch/ Disclaimer: All statements regarding the character of individuals or corporations are intended as satire and not statements of fact. The views of any one host do not reflect those of any other hosts, guests, or Knife Nuts as a whole.

Episode 3 May 10, 2017

Episode 3: Revenge of the Smiths Joining us today is Elliot and Chris from Ferrum Forge. We get insight about the origin of their company, how they tackle the Maker's Choice variants, their new Massdrop collaboration, and some answers for nagging questions like why they use the pivots they do. You can find the Ferrum Forge guys at http://www.ferrumforge.com/ or on IG as "ferrumforgekw" News: Everyday Commentary vs. Marfione lawsuit settled, Top Quality Knives closes Wingding of the week: Chris Williams, knifemaker from South Carolina (again), for totally losing his mind - http://www.bladeforums.com/threads/chris-williams-knife-tried-to-rip-me-off-for-5-150.1488172/page-12#post-17141074 References: H.R. Giger - http://www.hrgiger.com/ Disclaimer: All statements regarding the character of individuals or corporations are intended as satire and not statements of fact.

Episode 2 Apr 25, 2017

Episode 2: The Lords of Steel Disclaimer: All statements regarding the character of individuals or corporations are intended as satire and not statements of fact. Knife Nuts Drinking Game: Take a drink every time one of us says "allegedly". Finish your drink during Brian's clone rant. News: Marfione lawsuits, Spyderco warranty change, ZT heat treat controversy Main topic: Why knives? What is it about knives that has gotten us so invested in this hobby? Wingding of the week: Chris Williams, custom knife maker from South Carolina, for rebranding $15 Gonzo Knives and selling them for $150 - https://www.williamsknife.com/ and http://www.bladeforums.com/threads/chris-williams-knife-tried-to-rip-me-off-for-5-150.1488172/ References: Fat swordsman - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG7sUjrI-zO6NGRbzhmeURQ and http://www.cc.com/video-clips/1ftvtl/tosh-0-web-redemption---fat-bottle-ninja Redwall - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Redwall Carcass' "Surgical Steel" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHSKliEgy6E&list=PLAs9-sxStbSrsDZ6MRTgpBCYGZ3viUVN1

Episode 1 Apr 25, 2017

Disclaimer: All statements regarding the character of individuals or corporations are intended as satire and not statements of fact Welcome to the first episode of the Knife Nuts Podcast! Our guest in this episode is Brian Nadeau of Sharp By Design. Topics discussed: Strider Knives restructuring, Anso of Denmark, Sharp By Design Edit: To clear up any confusion we might have caused, Eugene at Olamic has confirmed that the Wayfarer 247 only has basic machining performed in Italy and everything beyond that is done in their shop in Visalia CA by the same crew who make their handmade customs. References: Jared West plane incident -www.ocregister.com/articles/passen…ong-flight.html and player.tout.com/dailynews/qdhviu Chris Reeve/JDavis altercation - www.reddit.com/r/knifeclub/comme…the_heat/cl4did3/

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