Freak of the Week Year End Extravaganza

@dbblades @nightwatchknives @Lauryn.Indigo.KC @Parthenay_Knives @UndertheBridgeToolandScale.

Main Topic: Full-time vs Part-time/Hobbyist Knife Makers

The Knife Freak Show has some changes coming, be sure to listen to the end to find out more!

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This week we are going over our Christmas Wish-lists. We had some miscommunications on what that meant so we each approached that topic in a different way.

Jonathan's Picks:

Origin Kilo Hoodie https://originusa.com/products/kilo-hoodie?variant=48693509390614

Paladin 33 Infinity Knife Collector Pouch- McNees Edition https://mcneesknives.com/products/knife-roll-copy?_pos=1&_sid=c54feeabb&_ss=r

RMJ Warhammer https://eknives.com/rmj-tactical-cuddles-s7-warhammer-dirty-olive-g10-13-tungsten/

Starlingear Ring https://www.monkeyedge.com/starlingear-ring-stealth-blade-puncher-silver-textured

Spyderco Paramilitary 2 https://www.bladehq.com/item--Spyderco-Paramilitary-2--7920

Zippo Windproof Lighter https://zippo.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqm6Ukb5fMicDkPMloVaQS9wIqC0CrohktdAxDZreHUaF2J8O9K

Chase's Picks:

Bambu Lab A1 https://us.store.bambulab.com/products/a1?srsltid=AfmBOorvQXwPUW6lMNAbNEQBzxfdrjIzEwC4k6Eo89YXsyaXJuvE2n3W&id=579550514255634440

AMK Horizontal 2 x 72 Grinder https://amktactical.com/epages/3c926a50-9aba-43a5-9571-098ee03f1288.sf/en_US/?ObjectPath=/Shops/3c926a50-9aba-43a5-9571-098ee03f1288/Products/45

Ulitclip AP https://www.ulticlip.com/product/ap-clip/?v=692e8df1db82

Shop Insulation!

Better Milling Machine

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Sorry for the missed week, we had a little Thanksgiving break.

This episode is our 1 year anniversary of the Knife Freak Show. Thank you for all of the support over this past year!

Main Course: Lock Stick and Slip

Outro: Let your freak flag fly...

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Sorry for the late episode, life gets in the way podcasting sometimes. We give some general shop updates, recap a bit of last week's episode, and then get into a good question. After that we dive into how we each started making and giving some tips on some tools.

Question:

Starting out, what is a good, somewhat consistent method for heat treating?- Burnie Blades

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Another VF2 Mill for McNees Knives HQ

Buderus Steel Mill Closure

https://blademag.com/knife-news/buderus-mill-closure-threatens-10xx-carbon-steel-supply-for-knifemakers

Chase's blue canvas micarta odyssey and handle material discussion.

Complete this McNees' Poll for a chance to win a free Spyderco McBee!

https://form.typeform.com/to/NxInqOhr?typeform-source=mcneesknives.com

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This week we had a heck of a time just trying to record this episode. From having to re-record the intro to cameras cutting out and more. But we persevered to bring this one and I hope you enjoy it!

• Blade Show Tactical/CanCon Recap
• Freak of the Week: @foxriverblades Jaden Schubert https://www.foxriverblades.com/
• Selling the Idea of High End Knives: Making it Relatable
• Question: What are a couple of your favorite knives from each of your own collections that you did not make yourselves?

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Bobby Branton

www.brantonknifeworks.com

Learning from Legends

Working with Salma Hayek?

History of Knife Throwing? Mode of Combat or Performance?

More than a Throwing Knife Maker

Blade Show Tactical @ CANCON

Nov 7th, 2025

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In this episode of the Knife Freak Show, hosts Jonathan McNees and Chase Boatright discuss their recent experiences at Blade Show West and Smoky Mountain Knife Works Fall Fest. They share insights on the knife community, influencer marketing, and the importance of authenticity in reviews. The conversation highlights the challenges and rewards of running a knife-making business, as well as the significance of customer engagement and feedback.

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This week we discuss some trends and fads that have come and gone in the knife industry.

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Bear with us as we attempt to podcast while doing an IG live. Technical issues abound but we power through to get some meaty topics.

Also, Happy Birthday to friends of the show: Jake McCoy and Paul Girard!

Blade Show West October 10-11 Salt Lake City Booth 226

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