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Comment by johnny twoshoes on April 29, 2012 at 18:35

Hey guys, I had a great time meeting Bob Andrews today. He was great to talk with and his selection was awesome. I wasn't sure what all he would have at the show, but he really went all out in showing off his merchandise.

I was able to see and enjoy a few pattens that I hadn't yet had the chance to see. There are a few new knives added to my wish list and a few moved up higher on the priority list. I was able to get a pattern that I hadn't yet seen in hand.

A beautiful #85, it's dressed in placid buffalo scales. I will post a pic in the newest additions thread. Also, my brother wanted me to get something special, so he gave me an early B-day present, pics will be in newest addition too.

Comment by Jan Carter on April 29, 2012 at 15:36

Johnny,

Tell us about the show and tell Bob hello 

Comment by johnny twoshoes on April 29, 2012 at 9:35

On my way to see Bob Andrews in Monroeville Pa today.

In Memoriam Comment by Robert Burris on April 26, 2012 at 13:21

Carbon steel will form a patina with use and age. You can prevent the patina by polishing after a few uses. Most of my carbon steel knives have formed a patina but I have prevented it on a few. A patina is a good thing not bad and must not be confused with rust. Join the Carbon Steel Group there may be things you can learn there.

Comment by Dana Mayo on April 24, 2012 at 21:47

Robert, I'm a bit confused by this concept of a patina.  Can you elaborate? I usually wipe or wash my blades after use and then apply mineral oil.

Comment by Clint Thompson on April 24, 2012 at 19:59

Yes Simichrome is good stuff.  It is a mild jewelers rouge and with proper enthusiasm, it will make your knife like a mirror...so take it easy.  LOL!

In Memoriam Comment by Robert Burris on April 24, 2012 at 19:49

Simichrome, is the polish I use, it's great stuff. If your carbon steel knife patina is not going like you want, try some simichrome a couple of times to get it like you want. Try not remove all the patina, just enough to remove your problem, then start working on your patina again.

Comment by Jan Carter on April 24, 2012 at 19:47

We use it alot also.  Great product

Comment by Dana Mayo on April 24, 2012 at 19:31

Clint, Simichrome is great. I've used it for years on the aluminum engine covers on my Triumph. It will take the paint off though. I imagine it would take the etching off as well.

Comment by johnny twoshoes on April 24, 2012 at 18:48

Clint, my Grandfather taught me to clean my knives with Simichrome, I have forgotten about it completely though, until now of course. Thanks for the reminder, it brings back a good memory. 

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