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Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by Mike Fitzgerald, Oct 5, 2016.

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  1. Mike Fitzgerald

    Mike Fitzgerald New Member

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    I'm a hobby wood crafter gone knife maker. I had no more room for raise panel chests. And thought Hey I could always have room for more knives! Forged my first two blades less then a year ago from grade 8 hardened bolts in the wood stove in the garage. ( since made electric kiln? And electric crucible/foundry) Made a few more knives since and am very pleased with the results. Can't believe how much I enjoy the craft! Already gave away a knife to my brother for $200.
     
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  2. dancom

    dancom Dust Maker Legend Member

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    Right on Mike!

    Welcome, nice to have you here. What part of the world do you hail from?

    Dan
     
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  3. John Noon

    John Noon Well-Known Member

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    welcome
     
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    Welcome to the forum!
     
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  5. John Noon

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    isn't it a rule new guys have to buy beer or handle material?:p
     
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    That's right!
     
    PeterP, Oct 6, 2016
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    PeterP Active Member

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    Welcome Mike!
     
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  8. Mike Fitzgerald

    Mike Fitzgerald New Member

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    Northern ontario. North Bay
     
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    I'm here with hopes of getting contact ideas for supplies/trade show dates. Thought I saw something for this weekend in southern ontario. But can't seem to search anything. Might as been an old thread
     
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    I got lots of ebony
     
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    I'm having a hard time finding any brass in town. Need .25 inch x .75 bar
     
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    But have a good selection of exotic woods 1 hour away
     
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  15. Prevenge

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    Welcome to the forum!
     
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  16. ToddR

    ToddR Putterer, Tinkerer, Waster of Time Staff Member

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    Welcome Mike. I love North Bay. I almost bought a house up there this past year, backing right on to Samuel de Champlain Prov. Park. Beautiful country.
     
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  17. Mike Fitzgerald

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    I think my closest knife supply store is in Ingersoll. 4
     
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  18. Mike Fitzgerald

    Mike Fitzgerald New Member

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    Thanks for the welcomes!
     
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  19. dancom

    dancom Dust Maker Legend Member

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