May 2023 Forum Member Knife Giveaway

[Madmarco]

Well stated, Tom.

[Madmarco]

I want to thank everybody her for there kind words, I did not mean to donate a knife because I wanted to be cheap I am a newbie a this knife stuff and I did not realize that it was made in China.

Whether you were aware your knife was made in China or not, Gordy, is of little consequence nor is how much it cost, the fact that you are trying to participate and fit in somewhere you're comfortable is what matters. This entire situation could have easily gone the other way, with your being new and just beginning to learn you could have just as easily donated a $200. knife not knowing what it cost or where it was made, and then the comments would be "Oh my, what a generous donation", and this whole topic would never have existed. Unfortunately, because of one comment that very likely was given little or no pre-thought we're dealing with this issue. As it's been said in the comments, incidents like this are rare on this forum, and if you have doubts about that try visiting some of the other knife sites and read about how they absolutely abuse each others feelings and comments, and if you start with JerzeeDevils you won't likely need to check any further, you'll feel blessed belonging to AAPK.
Actually, I just went to check my spelling for J/D, and was directed to another knife site where they were discussing it being closed down, likely due to the death of the owner but the son might take over, so try somewhere else.
I've said my 2 cents and am now detaching myself from all this nonsense.

[glennbad]

I appreciate your donation, Gordon.

I've donated modded knives before, and worried that some may not think they are worth a whole lot not being factory knives. But what I find is that no matter what you have or show, there will be people that like it, and people that don't. That is the beauty and joy of the knife hobby. If everyone collected exactly the same knives, that would be boring.

There are knives posted on AAPK that I don't care for. Maybe because it's a pattern I don't like, or the country of manufacture I'm not a fan of. That doesn't matter, because other people like them and enjoy them.

Don't take what people say here too personally. There are many members here, and our political leanings and prior life experiences heavily influence our personalities, and therefore the things we are passionate about as well. In the past, I have let my own personal opinions get in the way of good knife friendships. I try to keep that stuff to myself now, and just enjoy the knives and people as they are.

[gordonjohn]

Thanks glennbad

[TPK]

Hi Gordon,

I appologize for the unkind comments that were made. I'm very sorry about that.

Please reconsider leaving the AAPK. Sometimes comments can slip out that we later regrett having said but it's just too late to take them back. It has happend to me before too.

I'd be stoked if I won that knife and I truely appreciate your generousity!
Thanks Buddy!


TCGB,
Tom KGFG
(Knife--Guy--From--Germany)

[TripleF]

That's a China made knife, correct?

from a prior Orvet (Dale Vincent) response in another thread:

To tell the difference between China & the American made Old Timers & Uncle Henrys, you have to check the tang stamp. If the tang stamp says USA it is an old Schrade. If it does not say USA, the chances are 99.99% that is made in China. Notice I said that is only on the Old Timers & Uncle Henrys. To the best of my knowledge, Taylor has not had any of the Old Timers or Uncle Henrys made in the USA.

The other way to tell is to know the old Schrade patterns. Check for the patterns numbers in the Research Section here at AAPK. I have posted lists of most of the common Schrade patterns of the last 30+ years.

Hope this helps Scott

I knew....was just shocked we had a treat in last month and then this $1.00 knife this month.

My apologies....I am sorry, I should not have written that.

[jerryd6818]

You're a good man Scott. Don't let one "Oops" get you down. You know what they say. Shirt happens, sometimes in small piles, sometimes in great big smelly piles. Ya can't predict it's going to happen and you can't predict the consequences. Keep the faith.

Gordon, he's a good man, don't judge him too harshly. We all step on our crank now and then.

[Jeepergeo]

[/quote]the value of the giveaway knives each month are moot to me and each month is a treat because of the generosity of the donor ….. but I respect the fact that you were shocked
[/quote]

^^^This.

I'm not even eligible to enter but still enjoy watching the offerings and can imagine the excitement of the entrants building. These kind of things make the forum a community.

[bestgear]

My apologies....I am sorry, I should not have written that

Scott - I’m genuinely thankful for your expression of regret and acceptance of responsibility and I personally consider them as a complete and sincere apology. I encourage you to enter this contest, win the knife and award it to one of the youth that you mentor who I’m sure could put it to good use during your outdoor missions Tom

[Madmarco]

from a prior Orvet (Dale Vincent) response in another thread:


Hope this helps Scott

I knew....was just shocked we had a treat in last month and then this $1.00 knife this month.

My apologies....I am sorry, I should not have written that.

Good on you, Scott, it takes a big man to admit when he's wrong.
Upon re-reading the comments, I am thoroughly convinced your comment was made at the knife and not the donator, but unfortunately it could only be read one way and caused me to think it was directed at the seller.
Where you were shocked at the differences in knives I was shocked at your comment since it seemed waaay out of character for you, and your apology proves it was.
Let's all carry-on and play nice now!

[bestgear]

Less than 3 hours remain until the entry list is closed and sealed. If you have a hankerin' to win this sweet old Schrade Uncle Henry LB7 and haven't entered yet, now would be the time to make that happen. You can't win if you don't play.

[bestgear]

Meigscl's Day Is About To Get A Little Brighter

Meigscl's pick of 171 was 15 lower than the winning lottery number drawn last night of 186 making him the closest without going over......a PM has been sent with instructions to claim the prize!

Thank you to all that participated and to our donor for making it all happen. Hope to see you all (that are truly eligible to participate) again in next month's giveaway.

[bestgear]

Looks like Dolly Parton isn't the only one setting World Records as Meigscl has already claimed the May 2023 Forum Member Knife Giveaway in record time. Please join me in congratulating Clint on his win and Gordon for being our benevolent donor - another knife giveaway success story is in the history books!

[Grump01]

Congrats Clint ! ! ! !

[doglegg]

Congratulations Clint, good on ya Gordon and Tom. Winners all three.

[Meigscl]

Glad to win and glad to have set a record on response time
Thanks Gordon for your donation!

[TPK]

Good deal all the way around. Congrats Clint!

[Madmarco]

Congratulations, Clint, and kudos to Gordy for his fine contribution!

[Bloodhound]

Congrats to the winner and thank you to the donor!

[Reverand]

Congratulations sir, on winning a gorgeous knife!

[Dan In MI]

Congratulations, Clint, and thanks again to Gordy for the donation!

[mqqn]

Congratulations to the winner, and thank you to the donor of a fine knife for the giveaway!!

[KLJ77]

Congrats, Clint. Those LB7's are great knives. May it provide you with many years of cutting.

[Meigscl]

Received knife today! Imagine my surprise to see that Gordan also sent me a mint Leatherman tool as well!
Thanks Gordon again for the great knife and tool!

[Madmarco]

Very nice and congratulations, Clint!
Gordy continues showing his generosity by including the Leatherman too!
Enjoy your prize!