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Comment by Jan Carter on February 7, 2015 at 17:33

This is always a good time for the reminder .  Thanks Sue

Comment by Sue OldsWidow on February 7, 2015 at 15:43

Knife show etiquette

Comment by Sue OldsWidow on July 26, 2013 at 10:17

Remember the Knife Show Etiquette !

Comment by Sue OldsWidow on December 30, 2012 at 8:38

I think as you go to knife shows you learn more etiquette, and most dealers are nice and flexible with the new collectors and understand their lack of knowledge ...So get out and go to KNIFE shows and enjoy the Addictive hobby......lol

Comment by Sue OldsWidow on July 3, 2012 at 9:49

Even More on Knife Show Etiquette....

Attending a knife show is educational and fun and can be profitable. You can enhance the experience by knowing how to properly interact with dealers and other collectors. Follow these rules to get the most out of your next knife show adventure.

• Contact the show manager about items you have to sell or trade before you offer them for sale. The manager can tell you about any rules and direct you to the dealer most informed about the items you have with you.
• Respect others and wait your turn when you see something of interest. Avoid interrupting or commenting on any pending transaction.
• Obtain permission prior to touching any knife displayed as a collector's item or offered for sale.
• Refrain from blocking access to a dealer's table if you are only looking and someone else wishes to make a purchase.
• Avoid opening more than one blade at a time on any folding knife. Doing so places tremendous pressure on the back spring and could cause it to break, destroying the value of the knife.
• Avoid touching the blade of any knife on display.
• Let the dealer remove your fingerprints from a knife you have just handled. Everyone has his or her own preferences when it comes to knife care.
• Offer to leave a deposit if you are seriously interested in a knife. Ask the dealer to hold it for you while you consider your options.
• Do not set food or drinks on any display table. Moisture is the enemy of old knives.
• Ask for assistance from other collectors and dealers before you purchase a knife if you are not sure of its value. Most dealers accept returns, but that can be a hassle.
• Be prepared to make an offer on that special knife - don't regret that you let the knife of your dreams become a part of someone else's collection.
• Be sure to handle knives over the display table. If a knife should slip from your hands, it is less likely to fall to the floor and be damaged.
• Wash your hands before entering the show area to avoid leaving residue on knives you handle.
• Use caution when handling any knife. These babies are generally as sharp as razors, and bleeding on the display table always leaves a bad impression.

*********************Most of all enjoy the show**********************

Comment by Sue OldsWidow on July 3, 2012 at 9:45

More on Etiquette....

Gun and Knife Show Etiquette

The primary rule at any gun or knife show is, “Be respectful and be responsible!”

Be polite! Use the words “May I,” “Please,” and “Thank You.” It will go a long way towards making the whole show experience much better for you, the dealers, and your fellow customers!

Unless you are seriously shopping a dealer’s table or in the middle of buying, try your best not to block the table from other customers. If you are only “window shopping” and there are other people trying to buy from a dealer, be courteous and stay out of the way.

Never interfere in a deal between a buyer and seller, whether the deal is going on between a dealer and a show attendee, or two individuals doing a side deal among themselves. Do not interrupt or make a comment on any transaction that is not your own.

Don’t brown bag it! Do not try to sell items to other show goers if you did not pay for table space yourself. This will upset other dealers who paid to have a vending table. It is perfectly acceptable to sell your item or collection to a dealer at the show. If you meet someone with whom you want to do a private deal, exchange contact information for later, or take the deal somewhere off the property of the show grounds.

Don’t grab! Never take any item from another customer’s hands, or from a dealer’s hands (unless they are specifically handing it to you for inspection).

Don’t handle knives or guns without permission. Always ask the dealer if you can look at something or handle it, regardless of whether it is in a glass case or not. If a firearm is under glass, do not ask to handle it unless you have serious intent to buy. Likewise, don’t ask the dealer to cut the nylon tie so you can work a gun’s action unless you are considering a purchase.

Comment by Ron Cooper on July 1, 2012 at 18:08

Ditto Steve's comment, re: common sense. Unfortunately, common sense isn't too common anymore. *sigh*

Comment by Bob Andrews on June 29, 2012 at 6:28

These guidelines of Ettiquette should be posted at EVERY gun and knife show! As a person who sets up at about 25 shows a year, I have seen a lot of very rude conduct from show patrons. And I have met some wonderful people. The mix varys from on locale to another. Ettiquette at these shows is basically about just being polite. Try to remeber the vendors are mostly honest,hard working people just trying to show and sell a few knives. Table fees are expensive. Set up and tear down is hard work. Most vendors enjoy showing and talking knives with you as much as selling knives to you. And please remember ,Dealers are people too! Knife People!

In Memoriam Comment by Robert Burris on June 28, 2012 at 22:04

Very good advise, Miss Sue. I think, some people just don't realize what they are doing at a knife show. They are having so much fun, they are unaware of some of their actions. I know I have been excited and caught up in the moment and just not paying attention of what I'm doing. I'm sure that most people are caught in this situation. Telling them about their actions is the best thing to do. They may m pay more attention to them selves. Lets all pass a good time. Aaaeeeee!