Back from Blade.....

[Ed Caffrey]

Just a quick note.... Blade Show was a great one for me this year in terms of sales.....had a first happen. When the show opens on Friday, we all watch as the flood gates open and people are running everywhere. Most head for the tactical area, but a few head for the ABS tables. Had two people trotting down my isle, and thought to myself "I wonder were they're headed?" To my total surprise, they stopped right in front of my table, and wanted the most expensive knife on the table! For years I've watched that happen, but never too me....that will always be the "coolest" Blade Show memory for me!

My Daughter Mandi, and her husband Tim, whom I lovingly refer to as "the kids" arrived from Florida Friday afternoon, and spent the entire show with me....NOW THAT MADE MY WEEKEND!

All the makers I spoke with seemed to be having a "good" show, which is encouraging, considering the last two years the economy has been in the basement. Seemed like most everybody was selling knives, and having a great time.

I spent Thursday afternoon, and Friday morning shopping for supplies, but didn't really spend a lot....got a great bargain on 100' of 3/32" N/S rod, picked up about $200 worth of really nice Bocote and Cocobolo, and managed to find a good price on 3/4x3/8 N/S barstock.

Several new JS stamps were handed out, and 2 new MS stamps! Congrats to Mike Qusenberry not only on his MS stamp, but also for the award for best MS knife!

Last but certainly not least, Had a great time with all my best friends.....

Already booked the table for next year.....now I just gotta start thinking of what to make!

Thanks to everyone for a great show, and the wonderful fellowship!