Knife World Article
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Knife World Article
A number of months ago I posted a thread that I was "taking the plunge" and was going to start writing about my passion for pocket knives. Well, I am very proud to report that my first article is on the cover of Knife World Mag for Jan 06. I wanted to first thank you people for your encouragement and support to do this. I am writing several others and I am even considering the possiblity of an informational book sometime in the near future. Let me know what you think of it. I am sure you will all be honest with your comments. I own all the knives shown but one of the Baldwin Knives. What a wonderful New Years present, Imagine my surprise when I opened my mail and saw my article on the front page. "their is a knife God afterall" Thanks friends, this has made my day. 
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Author of "Great Eastern Cutlery: An American Tradition, The History of the Northfield & Tidioute Brands" & "Tidioute: A Town With an Edge" “The Chronicles of Cooper Cutlery”
Author of "Great Eastern Cutlery: An American Tradition, The History of the Northfield & Tidioute Brands" & "Tidioute: A Town With an Edge" “The Chronicles of Cooper Cutlery”
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KNIFE WORLD ARTICLE
PA
BEST WISHES, HOPING YOU DONT GET TO BUSY WITH YOUR ENDEAVOR TO GIVE US SOME INSIGHT EVERY NOW AND THEN,
ALL THE LUCK, MAY YOUR PENCIL STAY STRAIGHT AND YOUR LEAD BE ENDLESS.
MOSSDANCER
BEST WISHES, HOPING YOU DONT GET TO BUSY WITH YOUR ENDEAVOR TO GIVE US SOME INSIGHT EVERY NOW AND THEN,
ALL THE LUCK, MAY YOUR PENCIL STAY STRAIGHT AND YOUR LEAD BE ENDLESS.
MOSSDANCER
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PA, Way to go...many congrats. It's great when good things happen to good people. Folks I think this is the BEST website i have ever found on the net. Keep on keepin on PA. Keith J.
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thank you everyone for your kind words. If you don't already subscribe, you can get a free copy by going to their web site and following the instructions. GREAT knife stuff for all cutlery interest, not just old pocket knives.
http://www.knifeworld.com
Let me know what you think of the pictures and the articles!
http://www.knifeworld.com
Let me know what you think of the pictures and the articles!
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Author of "Great Eastern Cutlery: An American Tradition, The History of the Northfield & Tidioute Brands" & "Tidioute: A Town With an Edge" “The Chronicles of Cooper Cutlery”
Author of "Great Eastern Cutlery: An American Tradition, The History of the Northfield & Tidioute Brands" & "Tidioute: A Town With an Edge" “The Chronicles of Cooper Cutlery”
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Excellent article pa knives!
The statement "You have a better chance of finding one in Tennesse than in Tidioute!" is so true. It seems that for all the cutlery history that Pennsylania has, other than Case and Queen, most of it is largely forgotten or ignored. Thanks for sharing some history with us.
There was one bad effect of your article though. That was it made me want to jump in the truck and go out looking to find those long lost treasures of Pennsylvania cutlery.
I hope to read more articles from you.
The statement "You have a better chance of finding one in Tennesse than in Tidioute!" is so true. It seems that for all the cutlery history that Pennsylania has, other than Case and Queen, most of it is largely forgotten or ignored. Thanks for sharing some history with us.
There was one bad effect of your article though. That was it made me want to jump in the truck and go out looking to find those long lost treasures of Pennsylvania cutlery.
I hope to read more articles from you.
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K/W ARTICLE
HI PA
GREAT ARTICLE, COULDN'T WAIT GOT IT JUST TODAY. FIRST TIME EVER I HAVE RECEIVED IT AFTER THE 1ST OF MONTH. MUST BE THE EXTRA DEMAND.
KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK.
MOSSDANCER
GREAT ARTICLE, COULDN'T WAIT GOT IT JUST TODAY. FIRST TIME EVER I HAVE RECEIVED IT AFTER THE 1ST OF MONTH. MUST BE THE EXTRA DEMAND.
KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK.
MOSSDANCER
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This is one of the reasons I like this place and another good reason to keep a long thumb nail!
Got a chance to read it this morning. Believe it or not I think it came New Year's Eve!
I was glad to see you included a nice history lesson and included some nice pics. I really like that Bone Sleeveboard I would have liked to see the Glitter one in color and they all were very clear.
I also learned that some of A.C. Penn's knives were made there, something I never knew.
Nice work, you have a right to be proud. Keep up the good work, I for one hope/want to learn more.
I will be sure to keep my eyes open here in Tennessee.
BTW, Any way I can get my copy signed? I promise to keep it safe for at least my lifetime.
Got a chance to read it this morning. Believe it or not I think it came New Year's Eve!
I was glad to see you included a nice history lesson and included some nice pics. I really like that Bone Sleeveboard I would have liked to see the Glitter one in color and they all were very clear.
I also learned that some of A.C. Penn's knives were made there, something I never knew.
Nice work, you have a right to be proud. Keep up the good work, I for one hope/want to learn more.
I will be sure to keep my eyes open here in Tennessee.
BTW, Any way I can get my copy signed? I promise to keep it safe for at least my lifetime.
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Thank you all so very much. Please take a moment to write to knife world and express your pleasure with their fine magazine. They and I will appreciate it http://www.knifeworld.com Bryan, if you like, I will send you the article to include in your site for future users. I have submitted my next article to KW for thier consideration. I will keep you posted. You people are the greatest.

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Author of "Great Eastern Cutlery: An American Tradition, The History of the Northfield & Tidioute Brands" & "Tidioute: A Town With an Edge" “The Chronicles of Cooper Cutlery”
Author of "Great Eastern Cutlery: An American Tradition, The History of the Northfield & Tidioute Brands" & "Tidioute: A Town With an Edge" “The Chronicles of Cooper Cutlery”
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For those who have not had the opportunity to read pa knives' fine article, it's now online at the following link...
click here
thanks for allowing me to post it online pa!
Bryan
click here
thanks for allowing me to post it online pa!
Bryan
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I am excited about pa and his accomplishments and want to congratulate him on his recognition as a published author. I don't know of a nicer personality than pa on these very topics. This site does have several personalities just like pa and that makes for a very fantastic group to be around. This is a nice feather in pa's cap and Bryan you and this site as well. It all works so perfect together. Wonderful stuff guys. Keep up the great work. Its nice being around you all, and being a part of it. Fantabulous!!!
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Thank you all for your support. I have been informed by Knife World Magazine that they will be using my next article entitled "Mint Verses Everything Else" in a future edition. Our host Bryan is been wonderful to work with and I encourage each and every one of you to let your knife friends and new acquaintances know about this site. It has grown so much in a short time but has a lot more to go. Tell them all, buy a hat and watch the people approach you. I did and it was amazing the amount of people who ask me about it. Lastly, the greatest thing you can do for someone like me is to write an email to the editior and comment on an article. It really helps. Remember if you have something related to Pennsylvania Cutlery I would love to hear about it. But also remember that there are many knowledgable people on this site and just waiting to share thier thoughts on many topics. Keep up the good work, all of you. Don't think that your thoughts don't count. I don't care how long you have been in this hobby, You can learn from someone else and they can learn from you.

Contributions to Knife Magazine ,
Author of "Great Eastern Cutlery: An American Tradition, The History of the Northfield & Tidioute Brands" & "Tidioute: A Town With an Edge" “The Chronicles of Cooper Cutlery”
Author of "Great Eastern Cutlery: An American Tradition, The History of the Northfield & Tidioute Brands" & "Tidioute: A Town With an Edge" “The Chronicles of Cooper Cutlery”