Enlisted Craftsmen

Ethan and Garrett discuss AEB-L and heat treatment for it and rockwell testing for it. A couple different laser and waterjet companies are also discussed such as send cut send, and waterjet knives. 

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The 3 Craftsmen give their 3 favorite things and 3 least favorite things in their opinion about their personal military experiences, with a little bit of knife talk at the end.

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In this episode, Ethan and Mike interview 22 different makers, suppliers, and others at the Texas Select from Forged in Fire Show. The show was started by Cowboy Szymanski and his wife Ilena and has substantially grown throughout the years. Very fun to listen to how these different makers got into knife making and what has changed in the knife making world through the years. People interviewed: Deke Parker, Alex Ruiz, Pat Biggin, James Huse, Jim Cooper (sharpbycoop), Jason Coy, Chevy Robertson, Brandon Hyner, John Stokes, Burt Flanagan (Paragon), Brian Evelich, Firmin Lopez, Grizz & Tana of To The Point, Randy Caston, Johnny Stout, Alan Kirby, Scott Thomas, Dan Girard, JW Randall, Chris Mills (Ballistic Dummy), Cowboy Szymanski.

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Ethan starts off the episode by giving a recap of Blade Show Texas he just attended. Next, citations of medal of honor recipients are read from the Army, Navy, Marines and Coast Guard in observance of National Medal of Honor day to honor those who have given both the ultimate sacrifice, and absolute bravery. Near the end of the episode Garrett tells a story of when he encountered civilians hit by an IED (Improvised Explosive Device).

WARNING: Very graphic content is described in this episode. Listener discretion is advised.

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Also sponsored by Maritime Knife Supply, The Louisiana Knife Show, and The Scooter Brown Band

Ethan dives deep into talk all about leather. The process of designing a sheath, what types of leather are best, what leather really is made of, the tanning process, etc. Lots of good information in this episode that hasn't been discussed before on this podcast. 

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After watching the recent state of the union address, the 3 craftsmen get on the topic of burn pits and submarine oil vapors. Garrett has the perfect way to describe the 3 types of fun: type 1, type 2, and type 3. The 3 also discuss the fads we have seen with knife making....... one maker does something, then half the community follow suit. Have you ever typed "there goes the mail" in a youtube search? Ethan tells about the tragic way a boat accidentally got sunk by a U.S. submarine by getting stuck on the stern planes.

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In this episode, Mike and Ethan discuss the difference in keeping a trade secret vs telling the rest of the community your process. The Knife community has been a community of sharing for years, but is it taboo to keep a process a secret if you want? Also, Ethan tells his upcoming plans of hosting a belt grinder class similar to a tire hammer class. 

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Derek Melton is a craftsman on multiple levels. Everything from knives to steak turners, coffee scoops to bottle openers, he is well versed in forging and metalworking. Melton has attended several tire hammer build classes, and owns a couple of them and uses them all the time. He also employs induction forging into his process, which is discussed. A great interview and episode to listen to!

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The 3 craftsmen discuss current knives we are working on (or machine repairs), losing corby bolts, some welding burn problems, and Mike says for the only time ever..... HOOAH! The importance of lighting on a submarine is also discussed along with the worst emergency lights you have ever seen. The Army and Marine Corps have similar experiences as it turns out.....

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Also sponsored by Maritime Knife Supply, The Louisiana Knife Show, and the Scooter Brown Band

This episode goes everywhere from bad haircuts to shipping knives internationally, trading tattoos for knives, and one of the thieves that stole Garrett's Forged in Fire sword has been arrested!

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Also sponsored by Maritime Knife supply, The Louisiana Knife show, and the Scooter Brown Band