The Catch Bit Show

A lot has happened in Sheffield in the past year since we last had Steven on, so we were glad to have him on to talk about the news of Egginton selling the rights and marks of Rodgers, Wostenholm, Ibberson, and others. He assures us they are in great hands and breaks the news that he and his team are moving into Stan Shaw's old shop!Link to Steven's latest exhibition piece.Link to Steven's "new" Engine Turning machineLink to the Dog Knife Brewery Tap Handle DramaSupport the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Neal and Mike catch up and talk about the upcoming Blade Show in Atlanta before diving into one of the seminal books on combination weapons: Blades and Barrels by H. Gordon Frost. Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Neal and Mike catch up on shop talk and Mike gives an update on the 2nd Annual Grand Knife Adventure. We talk about the most recent Knife Magazine issue and dive into to the topic of gear-driven knives. Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Friends, this episode's a little different. Mike and Neal put away their folding knives to talk about forging, fixed blades, and Forged in Fire with Jason Kraus of Northstar Forge. It was a lot of fun getting the inside details on the show and how Jason is growing his thriving business.Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

We're back from Eugene, Oregon and the Oregon Knife Collectors Association's Oregon Knife Show and Rhidian joins us to talk about all the fun we had!Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

We're back with Brad and more stories. Join us as we talk about growing up in Little Valley, walls full of knives, the legacy of Dean Elliot Case, and even possible midnight excursions into the "back 40" to look for old knives!Be sure to check out Brad's knife show happening July 11 & 12, 2025. Link to the website: https://www.villageofknives.com/Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

This is one of those must-listen episodes chock full of humor, lore, and downright fascinating history. The Case Family had their hands in 32 cutleries over the years and Brad joins us to separate fact from fiction and he might even introduce new stories - you'll just have to listen to find out. From the early days, to the family fights, to horse thieving and factory fires...we've got it all in this one and it's only part one!Be sure to check out Brad's knife show happening July 11 & 12, 2025. Link to the website: https://www.villageofknives.com/Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Tom Cosgrove joins us for a second episode and this time we dive into New Britain.If you are a knife history nerd, you are going to love the cross talk on this one!Thank you to Tom for the below notes:To talk about Landers, Frary & Clark you must talk about New Britain Connecticut history first.At the turn of the century, New Britain CT factories produced one-sixth of the nation's hardware, earning its title of the “Hardware Capitol of the World” with familiar names like: New Britain MachineStanley Rule & Level/Stanley ToolFafnir BearingP.F. Corbin LockRussell & Erwin LocksNorth & JuddLanders, Frary & Clark1829 George Marcellus Landers (1813–1895), left his familial home in Lenox MA at the age of 16 for the small town of New Britain CT where he took employment as a carpenter's apprentice. Landers meets Josiah Dewey, a manufacturer of furniture casters and cupboard catches.1842 Dewey & Landers is formed to produce cupboard catches. They operated on East Main Street in New Britain CT until the company's dissolution in 1847 due to Dewey's death. This led Landers to form his own foundry to produce brass hooks and eyes, and wardrobe hooks.1853 Landers partnered with Levi O. Smith to form Landers & Smith Manufacturing Company with working capital of $30,000.1862 Landers partners with Colonel James Darius Frary (1833–1890) of Frary, Carey & Company of Meriden CT join forces. Frary & Carey produced various metal and hardware products including the Turnbull Patent Dial Scale, which was a scale for home/kitchen use.1865 Incorporated as Landers, Frary & Clark, the name that they maintained for about 100 years. At the time of incorporation, the company had $250,000 in working capital and employed 300 people.1866 Purchased the Meriden Cutlery Company and with it the “right to be called the first manufacturer of cutlery in the United States” and immediately began manufacturing kitchen cutlery and opened a factory called the Aetna Works, on Center Street to make a variety of cutlery, including carving sets and the Anvil Brand line of putty knives with tropical hardwood handles.The Aetna Works stone and brick buildings with slate roofs were located on a 4 ½ acre parcel and included a main shop, a grinding and finishing shop, a forging shop, and buildings wings for sawing and tempering.1869 Began manufacturing housewares: products that were meant to ease household tasks, which were most often performed by women. Their products included: meat choppers, coffee mills, apple parers, hooks for various purposes, window pulleys, door handles, and tools.1909 Purchased the trademark “Universal” from Levi T. Snow of New Haven CT1912 Purchased the Humason & Beckley Manufacturing Company of New Britain CT and began manufacturing pocket knives and razors. The deal was brokered by Martha A. Parsons who was the secretary of LF&C. So uncommon was it for a woman to hold such a high position that Martha would sign her name as M. A. Parsons to hide that fact.1916 Ceased using the H&B name on all pocket cutlery.1918 Purchased all Meriden Cutlery Company and continued to make Meriden Cutlery pocket knives until 1924.1925 The last year that LF&C used the Meriden Cutlery Company “Anvil” brand as a second line on all cutlery Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Tom joins us for part 1 of a 2 part series. We talk a little about Tom's past collecting and spend a good deal of time hearing about the story of the Remington Scout Heroism knife. A must listen for all Scout and Remington fans!Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

We are joined on this episode by Mark Erickson, who runs a large Facebook group: Old Switchblade Knives. We talk about Mark's early years of collecting, his book, and his Facebook group. Mark gives advice to those new to switchblades and he tells some great stories. If you love switchblades, this is the episode for you! Mark's Links:Old Switchblade Knives Facebook GroupBook - Antique American SwitchbladesApple Valley Knives WebsiteSupport the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

We made it to the future once again friends! After stealing a couple of weeks off, the boys are back with our good friend Charlie to catch up on his latest knife release and to play show and tell.Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

In our last episode of 2024, it was only fitting to invite a guy on the show who we both know, and who on previous episodes, have had a bit of fun at his expense. We had a great time with Grayson on this episode. He is one of the youngest makers of traditional pocket knives today and he also has some of the highest production numbers of any custom maker. We hope you enjoy the show and we thank everyone for the listens and support through the year!Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

This was a fun episode! We had self-described "knife enthusiast" Alex Mazer on the show to talk about how he got into knives and what he collects. We also spent some time talking about Alex's Discord server that is focused on modern traditional pocket knives. Along the way, we got an insider's view on the world of autobody repair and even gave advice to Alex on starting a new business.Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

We are joined on this episode by Ken Erickson. Ken is a famous name in pocket knives and we catch up with Ken on what he's up to these days as well as take a little dive into his past. If you have one of Ken's knives or appreciate his work, you won't want to miss this one!Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Neal and Mike spend some time talking about the Grand Knife Adventure that occurred on October 18 & 19 and talk about how the show might look next year.Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Eric is back a week later to rejoin the conversation on his journey in knives. On the last episode, we left off with Eric recounting his Canal Street Cutlery days and so that's where we pick back up. We get to hear Eric's perspective on the closing of Canal Street, some personal stories, and Mike tries to get to the bottom of the Schrade factory conspiracy. We (Mike) did get a little excited about shop talk, so we dive into some of the particulars of making knives. Neal does his best to get Eric to agree to do a set aside of "Maker's Select" knives - we'll have to see if that happens! Hope you all enjoy this one as much as we did.Eric's website: https://alberscutlery.com/Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

You guys are gonna love this episode. Eric joins us from upstate New York and talks about how he got into knives and eventually found himself at Canal Street Cutlery. We do our best to keep a chronological order to things, but our excitement got the best of us! One thing to note is that Eric may be the last in a line extending clear back to early Sheffield cutlers. From those famous and brave guys who got caught up in the Chartist Movement in England, to Matteawan, to New York Knife Co, to Walden Knife Co, to Schrade, to Canal Street, and perhaps the last man standing - Eric Albers. Eric's websiteSupport the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Charlie's with us at the close of summer. As he starts his 80th year he joins us to talk about his new knife called the City Stock Knife. Of course Charlie couldn't help but meander into what knives he's picked up over the summer. Lots of pocket knife history "tid-bits" were thrown out in this episode by Neal and Charlie for us to gobble up!Neal even makes a bold statement on the "perfect" pocket knife and Mike tries to claim that the old Schrade factory sat on a toxic dump site. You guys listen and decide!One note on this episode - Neal came out strongly against GEC's "faux pas" of calling a knife with a smaller bolster a "Barlow." While we all agree with Neal, we don't endorse him in fear of Bill canceling our podcast!Thanks to all our listeners!Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Great chat on this episode with David Valdivieso (Slipjoint_spa) on the socials. We talk about knife recovers and modding and get to know David a little better. Listen in to find out why he still parks his car in his shop!Also, we mention Lone Wolf McQuade, Mike was wrong regarding the town the movie was based on, but he was in the ballpark!Links:David's InstagramDavid's YoutubeLone Wolf McQuade!Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Mike and Neal catch up a little and we talk about two hammer ins that Neal attended the weekend prior.Links:https://www.northstarforge.com/https://irontraditions.com/https://gearheadgettogether.net/https://traviswuertz.com/wuertz-hammer-in/Support the Show.If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

You guys just had to suspect that we would eventually have our friend Bill on the show. Bill is the great-grandson of George Schrade, one of the finest American knife inventors that there ever was. Bill carries on the knife-making legacy, and continues to make one of the switchblades that George invented. We had a nice chat with Bill on what he's up to today and we even hear some great stories from his childhood.  During the show we referenced both Bill's website and a video he was featured in by the current iteration of Schrade.Support the Show.If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Mike updates Neal on the Grand Knife Adventure and we talk through the 1922 edition of American Cutler.2024 Grand Knife Adventure TicketsAmerican Cutler 1922Norton's "Grits & Grinds" from 1909Support the Show.If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Crossing the threshold into our next 50 episodes, we had a well-known collector and all-around great guy - Myron Tupa on the show. Myron is known for his elaborate and themed displays at knife shows and he joins Mike and Neal to talk a little about how he got started, his love for Navajas and switchblades, and the ins and outs of displays. And if that wasn't enough, we even delved into the world of automata!Links:One of Myron's inventions featured by Automata MagazineThe Franklin Institute - Maillardet's AutomatonSupport the Show.If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Neal and Mike wade into the waters of switchblades. Along the way, we cover book publishing and some of Neal's past books. Links below!Art of the SwitchbladeSwitchblades of ItalyThe Latama LegendNeal's first switchblades.Support the Show.If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Join us for a nice measure of laughs on this episode as Rhidian Gatrill and Evan Nicolaides both join to talk about all things Blade Show 2024. We cover the leadup to the show, goings on, how they managed to sweep almost all of the awards, and we even get an inside scoop on what's next for these two guys!Rhidian's websiteEvan's websiteSupport the Show.If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Neal and Mike haphazardly talk about the state of knives and social media in 2024. Support the Show.If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

This was a fun one:Mike made a kitchen knife and took a stab at making a small knife.Big announcement: Truck talk has come to an end.Charlie gets banned from the podcast .We talk all things miniature knives.Support the Show.If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

The trio are back again. We find out how the 2024 Eugene show went this year and Neal and Charlie talk about their "five" favorite custom knives.https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/podcast-centered-around-slip-joint-making-traditional-knife-history-the-catch-bit-show.1866819/page-12Support the Show.If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

If you enjoy traditional pocket knives, this episode is for you. Steven Cocker is a pocket knife cutler in Sheffield, England. He was trained by the last of the "old guard," and he joins this episode to talk about his family's history in cutlery and his desire to keep it alive.  Most of the items and knives discussed in this episode can be found on Steven's Instagram account.Other Links for this show:EggintonShepherd Wheel WorkshopHawley CollectionShepherd Wheel MiniaturesSheffield MiniaturesSupport the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Thanks all for tuning in to the podcast. In this episode, Neal gives an update on the happenings of the recent Badger knife show in Janesville, WI. We talk shop happenings, Richlite, YouTube rabbit holes, and Mike announces he is starting his own knife show.Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Friends, we've got a great show today. Ever-popular Charlie Campagna returns to talk with Neal about 5 of his favorite knives. While somewhat of a visual show, you will want to tune in to here about stories including:Henkels using Damasacus in their knivesHow Charlie got Case to make the "Arkansas Hunter"What is Third-cut stag?Charlie invents a new term on the show: "tortured gunstock"Charlie pulls out knives from custom makers such as Tony Bose, Rhidian Gatrill, and Ken Ericksonand much, much more!Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Rhidian Gatrill joins us again and updates Mike and Neal on what he's up to. Rhidian almost broke the internet with his latest knife, so tune in to hear all about it. And not to disappoint our listeners - Rhidian gets inducted into the Tacoma Knife Makers' Club.Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Neal and Mike are back to talk whittlers and upcoming knife show plans. Listen in and hear Neal try to sneak in truck talk right at the end. Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Alright friends - you're gonna want to listen to this episode. We've got our friend Austin Jackson here for this episode and Austin pulls back the curtain for us in regards to selling pocket knives.  Did he reveal too much? You be the judge.A little glimpse into the operations of TraditionalPocketKnives.comWant to know how to get an advantage when buying GEC knives?Austin talks about his grandpa Clarence getting into knives.We deep-dive on what exactly happened with the Queen trademarks.Why aren't brands making knives in the USA? Hint - it's more than just cost.Is China saving the traditional pocket knife?WHY IS BILL HOWARD SUCH A LEGEND?Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Neal and Mike are joined by knife modder Glenn Trowbridge. We had a great time talking about Glenn and Neal's trip 10 years ago to Canal Street Cutlery and dive into Glenn's history of repairing and modifying knives. Listen in to find out which pocket knife brand Glenn least likes to work on.Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

We're back at the beginning of January, 2024 after a bit of an absence. Jason has left the show, Mike moved to Arizona, and Neal managed to hit a deer with his brand new Toyota Tacoma. That's right, a lot has changed! So join us to catch up with what's going on with Neal and Mike, and maybe, just maybe, we'll even talk about knives!Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app!Mike Moran: @moranknives and on the web: moranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Neal updates us on his current bathroom remodel - hint - it's not going well.Mike and Neal ask Jason what it's like being world-famous after his upcoming appearance in Blade Magazine.Mike and Jason answer a question they get asked every week: "how do I get started making pocket knives?" If you want to know what we think the best way to get started and the mindset you will need - be sure to listen in!Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app! Jason Ritchie: @ritchie_handmade_knivesMike Moran: @mikemoranknives and on the web: mikemoranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Friends - we've got a crazy episode for you. Mike and Jason update each other on what's happening in the shop. Neal covers the recent David Hayden-Wright auction. And we give you a real look at what we spend most of our time talking about - trucks!We mentioned in the podcast Ford and GM's despicable operations in Nazi Germany. You can read up on that here and here.Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app! Jason Ritchie: @ritchie_handmade_knivesMike Moran: @mikemoranknives and on the web: mikemoranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

We're a man down for this episode as Jason is out riding the rails. Our guest today is Nick Duggan of the Ken Hawley Collection Trust. This trust was born out of the collection of Sheffield-made tools that Ken Hawley had collected over the years and continues today to promote the collection as well as foster a connection with the past for Sheffield residents and visitors. So join us as Nick tells us some great stories! In this episode:How Nick got involved in the collectionBackground on Ken HawleyThe Kelham Island MuseumName on a Knife Blade ProjectWhat did Sheffielders do with Mother of Pearl dust?Ken Hawley Collection Trust YouTube ChannelThe Rodgers Year KnifeNew "Little Mesters" statue at the museumStan ShawFinding knives from the 1600s in the Thames RiverGrinder's ConsumptionWhat's next for the Trust?And much more!Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app! Jason Ritchie: @ritchie_handmade_knivesMike Moran: @mikemoranknives and on the web: mikemoranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Fresh off our Blade Show recap, Charlie Campagna rejoins the show to give us the insider's view on what went down in Titusville this year! We also talk about the rumor that Waynorth Cutlery has another harness jack in the works this year. And if that wasn't enough for our fellow GEC enthusiasts - Charlie breaks down for us how the labels for GEC tubes are produced.Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app! Jason Ritchie: @ritchie_handmade_knivesMike Moran: @mikemoranknives and on the web: mikemoranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

The boys are back to talk about all of the glorious wonders they found at Blade Show in Atlanta this year. But first, Jason shares with us the beauty that is "The Tortilla Burger."  So be sure to catch the beginning and set yourself up proper to be a hero on the grill.While we tried to cover many of the highlights, we of course left out countless folks and knives - because we are getting old and forgetful! Listen in to hear about those stories and friends we did manage to remember as well as our thoughts on the future direction of large knife shows.Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app! Jason Ritchie: @ritchie_handmade_knivesMike Moran: @mikemoranknives and on the web: mikemoranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Jason is out this week and Neal and Mike are a bit jet lagged from Blade Show Atlanta. Listen in to find out why this is such a short episode and hear a Jim Bowie story.Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app! Jason Ritchie: @ritchie_handmade_knivesMike Moran: @mikemoranknives and on the web: mikemoranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Neal, Jason, and Mike talk 2023 BladeShow Prep and Figural Knives. We also cover the recent Kelham Island Museum theft.Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app! Jason Ritchie: @ritchie_handmade_knivesMike Moran: @mikemoranknives and on the web: mikemoranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

We've got a great show today as we're joined by Duncan Morgan - all the way from New Zealand! Duncan and Neal wrote a tremendous article in 2022 on the history of Sears pocket knives, and the boys spend some time talking about all the details.  But before they wade into the history of Sears knives, a fight breaks out between Neal, Jason, and Mike over Craftsman tools. You won't want to miss this one!* A few knives were referenced during the show and most can be found here.Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app! Jason Ritchie: @ritchie_handmade_knivesMike Moran: @mikemoranknives and on the web: mikemoranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Neal, Mike, and Jason are back with some more banter. Neal is fresh off the Eugene Show, we talk wood covers - again, and Jason has a beef with rice beer. Note, in the show, we mentioned the amount of drinking that went on in Sheffield in the 1850s. There was a beer tax repeal in the 1830s that created a boom and zero hindrance for consumption. That coupled with poor sources of drinking water, low life expectancy rates (especially in cutlery) and you had the makings of an environment that would make today's craft brewing scene look like child's play. There were 1,303 "drinking shops" in Sheffield in 1859.Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app! Jason Ritchie: @ritchie_handmade_knivesMike Moran: @mikemoranknives and on the web: mikemoranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

We've got another entertaining and informative show. After dispensing with a little shop talk and updates by Mike and Jason, we get into the Cause du Jour: Slot Knives. You may also know these knives as picnic knives or hobo knives. Listen in and forget your troubles for an hour - you'll be better for it!Link to Evan's award-winning knifeEmperor of the NorthSupport the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app! Jason Ritchie: @ritchie_handmade_knivesMike Moran: @mikemoranknives and on the web: mikemoranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

We've got a fun episode featuring the talented pocket knife maker Rhidian Gatrill. Learn how Rhidian got started, how he goes about reproducing a knife, and many other intriguing and entertaining stories.Blade Forums Thread on the "Sheep's Last Dip" KnifeFollow Rhid on InstagramRhidian's websiteSupport the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app! Jason Ritchie: @ritchie_handmade_knivesMike Moran: @mikemoranknives and on the web: mikemoranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

We've got a great episode today with lots of inside baseball for those that like to be in the know! Neal, Jason, and Mike are joined by Mark Zalesky, publisher of Knife Magazine for a fun and fact-filled episode.Jason is laid up with a bad wrist.Mike talks about the traditional Eureka pattern he made.The 4 guys pontificate on pocket knife nomenclature.We go a little deep on the history of the "Eureka" pattern.Mark talks about how he came into running Knife Magazine.We get the scoop on the digital strategy of the magazine.Get the the inside story on Goins!Find out how you move a seven foot knife across the country.and many other fun stories!Get signed up for Knife magazine!Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app! Jason Ritchie: @ritchie_handmade_knivesMike Moran: @mikemoranknives and on the web: mikemoranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Jason, Neal, and Mike are back for more nonsense. and after catching up on shop talk, Neal gives an excellent primer on camp knives.Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app! Jason Ritchie: @ritchie_handmade_knivesMike Moran: @mikemoranknives and on the web: mikemoranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

The gents are back and in rare form: Both Jason and Mike are trying to heat treat steel and record the podcast at the same time.Mike pontificates on the craftsmanship involved in keeping the screw heads aligned on all wall outlet and switch covers.Jason is working up a new pattern!Neal talks about the history of the easy opener. Mike and Jason agree to a historic knife reproduction competitionThe boys learn that the Seven Eagles Motel and Campground does not have a lazy river.Support the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app! Jason Ritchie: @ritchie_handmade_knivesMike Moran: @mikemoranknives and on the web: mikemoranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

Charlie returns with Jason, Neal, and Mike to talk harness jacks. We take the deep dive into the history of the knife and the name itself. Is Charlie responsible for today's main-stream use of the term "Harness Jack?"In this episode, we also hear from Charlie why "there's no genius like Bill Howard."Long live Great Eastern Cutlery.Some of the fine specimens of Harness Jacks we covered can be found here. Also:GEC #15 with PunchSupport the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app! Jason Ritchie: @ritchie_handmade_knivesMike Moran: @mikemoranknives and on the web: mikemoranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives