We always enjoy the "picks" episodes and this one was no exception.  As usual, we set up some scenarios and use them as an excuse to go find some cool blades and gear to talk about.  We go new school, old school, funky school - you name it.  Fun episode and one we hope you'll share your OWN picks for in our Facebook group. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Jade Marsh of RMJ USA joins us for a chat about his background and some of the kickass things going on in the RMJ world.  Jade grew up in southern California during an important time in knifemaking and shares some great stories with us.   We talk history, shows, business, and a bit about how recent times have changed our landscape.  Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Mark, Tom and Michael talk about Blade Show 2022 in Atlanta.  This year's show had a little different feel to it so we talk about what it was like, how it went, and what all came home with Michael and Tom.  What was YOUR Blade 2022 experience like?  Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Here's the first of what will likely become a series over time - something we're calling a History "Combosode."  Some important pieces of knife history, showcasing makers that we might not have a full episode worth of content to talk about - but who we still want to highlight.  We hit four makers, some passed, some living legends and tell you what we know about their significance in our world.  Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Mark, Sean and Michael talk about the recent TKI SoCal 2022 show and what that experience was like.  We talk details of the show, a few maker that were there, and Sean gives us some insights on the California Custom Knife Show that took place in the days following.   Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

We're joined again by our very first guest, the original Friend of The Show, Mr. Nick Rossi!  A lot has happened over the last four years with Nick and in our world.  He gives us an update on what's been happening with him since that time, on his venture into the world of a full-time knifemaker, and on his path to becoming an ABS Master Bladesmith.  Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Do you like daggers?  Well, we sure do and in this episode we dig into some dagger picks from a few fun categories.  Historical, Sneaky and Fantasy daggers all get their fair share of discussion.  Hit our Facebook group for photos of each of our choices and join in the discussion.  What are your favorites from these categories?  Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Tom gives us the scoop on his recent visit to Blade Texas 2022 and his experiences there.  We hear details about the show, some cool stuff he saw there and get his thoughts on why this is a show worth checking out.  Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Knifemaker and Designer Les George joins us for a great chat about knives and knifemaking.  Please pardon the audio quality on Les' track early in the episode, it cleans up as you listen on.  We talk folders, daggers, midtechs and spend some time talking about mentors and their influence. Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

We always have a lot of fun with our "picks" episodes and this one's no exception.  The task was to pick a camping destination, an item or two for your pocket, a fixed blade on your belt, a pack knife or axe and something that launches projectiles.  Lots of creativity in this one and some camping destinations that are a little outside the box.  Find us at our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.