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Stopping SLK Newsletter and Closing Down the SLK Website
Posted: Fri Jun 02, 2023 2:17 am
by Jeffinn
I've decided to stop delivering the SLK monthly newsletter.
The cost and time involved to create that and distribute it have become a losing proposition.
In the not to distant future I'll be closing down the SLK website as well. I can no longer afford to sell knives at a break even price or at a loss.
Thanks to all of you that have supported me in the last few years.
I'll continue to make custom knives and modify and upgrade older knives but I'll no longer offer them for sale. My kids can sell them on E-Bay once I'm gone.
Thanks!
Jeff
Re: Stopping SLK Newsletter and Closing Down the SLK Website
Posted: Fri Jun 02, 2023 3:11 am
by jerryd6818
Jeff I didn't see it mentioned so I hope you're not giving up on AAPK.
Re: Stopping SLK Newsletter and Closing Down the SLK Website
Posted: Fri Jun 02, 2023 3:29 am
by herbva
Jeff, I am sorry to hear that, but I certainly understand. I have always enjoyed seeing at your superb and creative work, and really liked your website. Best wishes in whatever you turn you attention to and many thanks for the occasional technical advice you have given me over the years. Take care buddy.
Re: Stopping SLK Newsletter and Closing Down the SLK Website
Posted: Fri Jun 02, 2023 3:58 am
by cudgee
You will be missed, but i fully understand your reasons.
Re: Stopping SLK Newsletter and Closing Down the SLK Website
Posted: Fri Jun 02, 2023 3:05 pm
by rea1eye
Sorry to hear this. Sometimes what you like to do is
not in your best interest.
Best of luck in your future endeavors!
Bob
Re: Stopping SLK Newsletter and Closing Down the SLK Website
Posted: Fri Jun 02, 2023 3:38 pm
by glennbad
Sorry to read this, Jeff. You're a talented mechanic, so don't stop producing the knife work you are doing! You are an inspiration to myself and others, as well.
Re: Stopping SLK Newsletter and Closing Down the SLK Website
Posted: Sat Jun 03, 2023 1:42 pm
by catspa
Dang buddy, now I feel bad for not paying you more for the ones I bought.
Seriously, you’ve done some great mechanic-ing there, and produced some first class work, which I prize highly out of what I’ve accumulated.
Best of luck to you, and please stay active on AAPK if you can.
Parker
Re: Stopping SLK Newsletter and Closing Down the SLK Website
Posted: Sun Jun 04, 2023 1:45 am
by Jeffinn
jerryd6818 wrote: ↑Fri Jun 02, 2023 3:11 am
Jeff I didn't see it mentioned so I hope you're not giving up on AAPK.
No sir, I’ll still be posting here.
I’ve made lots of friends here and have many good customers from AAPK as well.
The website profits were always on the slim side but I started finding the administrative duties associated with the newsletter and website taking up too much of my time. I’m still on the fence as to whether I should close down the website, change my web host, move my website or just continue on.
I’m heading up north for a few days to do some fishing, probably consume a few cold brews and solve all of the worlds problems with my brother and brother in law.
I’ll take a fresh look at things when I get back.
Thanks!
Jeff
Re: Stopping SLK Newsletter and Closing Down the SLK Website
Posted: Sun Jun 04, 2023 3:56 am
by catspa
Well, have a good trip and drive safe…
Parker
Re: Stopping SLK Newsletter and Closing Down the SLK Website
Posted: Sun Jun 04, 2023 11:16 am
by herbva
Jeffinn wrote: ↑Sun Jun 04, 2023 1:45 am
jerryd6818 wrote: ↑Fri Jun 02, 2023 3:11 am
Jeff I didn't see it mentioned so I hope you're not giving up on AAPK.
No sir, I’ll still be posting here.
I’ve made lots of friends here and have many good customers from AAPK as well.
The website profits were always on the slim side but I started finding the administrative duties associated with the newsletter and website taking up too much of my time. I’m still on the fence as to whether I should close down the website, change my web host, move my website or just continue on.
I’m heading up north for a few days to do some fishing, probably consume a few cold brews and solve all of the worlds problems with my brother and brother in law.
I’ll take a fresh look at things when I get back.
Thanks!
Jeff
Jeff, I want to see some pictures of the lunkers that you pull in. I hope you have a great time!!
Re: Stopping SLK Newsletter and Closing Down the SLK Website
Posted: Sun Jun 04, 2023 5:34 pm
by 1967redrider
Sorry to read this, Jeff. I appreciate the knives I've picked up from you.
Re: Stopping SLK Newsletter and Closing Down the SLK Website
Posted: Mon Jun 05, 2023 7:20 pm
by KLJ77
Jeff,
I'm truly sorry to hear this news, but as others have stated, I understand your mindset and where you're at. Nevertheless, I'll ALWAYS be Thankful for having the opportunity to purchase many of your knives. You, My Friend, are a craftsman...and I am thoroughly blessed to have several of your designs and creations in my collection. Thank you Jeff for your personal dealings and offerings over the years. I appreciate it very much. I'm going to miss seeing your creations.
Don't stay a stranger and let us know how it's going for you.
Re: Stopping SLK Newsletter and Closing Down the SLK Website
Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2023 5:49 pm
by Rdubya21
Sorry to hear that Jeff . I enjoy and appreciate every knife I’ve gotten from you . All the best bud !