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If we'd had one this year it was fully my intention to make a video / picture montage to 'happy together'.
Ideally it would have been a singalong but getting volunteers might have posed a problem.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pha7KJPnCp4
Maybe we could do a reunion in Vegas? :beer2:
I have this problem with closure. We had to cancel with Covid, and then again with Covid, and in the back of my mind there was always the idea that we'd have a post-Covid blowout and the fact that I may not see many of you in person again itches in my head like sand in a gear.
Except that you couldn't post the video since what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bruno
For what it is worth I feel similar.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bruno
But then again when I use one of the kitchen knives that you made from the steel that I assembled or use of your razors. Since I have met you in person there is a connection that I think of.
My Bruno's shave better than any of my other razors.Quote:
Originally Posted by 32t
I think it is the heft and balance. I do like a big razor.
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I always liked to watch the guys work on making their razors and knives. Some had to work really hard because they did not have prior experience and others who had that prior experience made it look much easier. But in all cases, they shared their knowledge freely. That was the really good part.
It should be remembered that we were the only free straight razor-making get-together in the whole of the USA, for many years!
We did good! :)
If it meant seeing having a big meetup, that's a sacrifice I'd be willing to make!Quote:
Originally Posted by PaulFLUS
You can generalize by substituting razor with blade and it'd still be true.Quote:
Originally Posted by randydance062449
The concept of free sharing has become very rare in the knife world.
At some point our meets will start up again. We will meet at those and see each other again.
I sure hope so Shaun, but if someone has the space and equipment that Charlie had, and the ability to attract people from all across the country and the world, I firmly believe that they would have already stepped up.Quote:
Originally Posted by RezDog
We can only hope that we all have the good fortune to meet again.
Pete <:-}
Baby steps Pete. First we need to simply start getting together and then work through the details.
Maybe some regional meetings would be a good start. I've thought about a Florida meeting. There are a bunch of us here. I don't really have the facilities myself but would love to attend one
I always looked forward to the the meets at my shop, by the same token I was always happy when they were over. We had a good run. No body lost an eye, finger, or got seriously burned. it was always hectic crowded conditions around the hot work area.
I am relieved to have the building sold, I was made a good offer from somebody that I like. I am also Thankful we did not have a meet this February it was a stressful time without the meet. My Mother died and there were health issues with other family members.
I am looking forward to going to a razor meet sometime. Thanks mainly to Randy's cat herd abilities, there have been some great meets in the past. I would like to attend another one.
The first meet in Asheville was eye opening for me. The meets at Toms, Shams, and Lynns were all a great time. I look forward to the future.
I was only able to make the last meet, but I'm glad I did.The comradeship was outstanding! It truly was a pleasure to meet everyone. I'd met some other members but it was thrilling to meet everyone. Hell I actually made a razor instead of a Razor Shaped Object! It's one of my favorites. Yes Charlie, I remember what you said when you found out it was the first razor I'd made--:rofl2:
I'd been able to send some of Carolyn's cinnamon biscuits before but this time I was able to bring them myself along with the hot and sweet hot mustards. Yes they were good with some sausages.
As far as knives go, I've got one that Scott made and one that Bruo's daughter made, both are used regularly.
Good Times My Friends, Good Times Indeed!
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This is the first that I have heard of your mothers passing Charlie.
It was an honor and a privilege to have known her and been subject to her quick wit.
May the Good Lord take a sweet liking to her soul and
May She Rest In Eternal Peace
Pete <:-{
Charlie I am sorry hearing about your mother. Each one of us has one and they are special!
Tomorrow being Mothers day I called mine and after a long talk the best gift I can give her is a feeder Gold Fish for the sculplture in her yard.
Ah man. Sorry to hear that Charlie. My deepest sympathy.
Sorry for your loss, Charlie.
This is the first year for me to not be able to get my mother a Mothers Day Present and to give her a call. It still surprises me some days knowing she is gone.
My best to you my brother.
My condolences for your loss. I'm sad to hear she passed.
True. Some minor scrapes and burns but nothing serious.Quote:
Originally Posted by spazola
No thanks to paco though... :p
Safety crocks - check - good to go - Paco made things funQuote:
Originally Posted by Bruno
Did anyone hear from our friend jfk recently?
He hasn't been here since 02-27-2022 at 11:39. I've been wondering about him also.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bruno
He hasn’t answered my emails. I haven’t tried recently but did a while back. No reply but it didn’t bounce.
I think TC wrote him a snailmail letter.
Kinda fearing the worst because his family got hit with Covid bad. To add insult to injury, they got it from Covid deniers.
Miss tc around here too, now that you mention folks gone quiet.
