07-10-2007, 12:49
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Congrats !
Glad it went to a QP and even better to someone on this board.
Anyone know the total amount of money raised?
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07-10-2007, 13:10
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LOL, we might not have known until the next issue of the Drop.....
Congrats!
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07-10-2007, 14:22
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Damn! Now I am going to have to buy my son a graduation gift.
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07-10-2007, 14:26
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BIG BIG BIG CONGRATS!!!
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07-10-2007, 15:13
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Congrats! 
I second (third?) the above sentiments!
Now if I can just figure out what to do with all these UNLUCKY tickets I've got lying around... 
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Same here on all above sentiments, at least all the tix $$ went to SFA.
18C - I was supposed to win that knife. Congrats! again.
Bill- please consider this an order for a "Reaper" I may be dead by the time you get around to finally making it, I just wanted to 'get on the list' for one. 
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07-10-2007, 15:34
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Congrats, SF18C!
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07-10-2007, 17:58
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That's terrific !
Congratulations, SF18C !
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07-11-2007, 12:32
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Well now…as my wife once told me,” I didn’t know it was so big!” 
I must say that is one nice knife!
Okay let me back up a bit. I drove out to the SFA HQ at lunch today and met up with the Exec Director, Mel. He handed me the blade and told me that not all the totals were in yet but he estimates around $2000 raised with this raffle. That is great news right there. Of course Mel checked my SF Association status and was quick to remind me I was a bit behind in my dues…hey I was overseas for 5 years! In addition, I will pass on that there is a meeting at the SFA HQ this Saturday at 1330 hrs.
Now back to the knife, serial number #001, Reaper 7 model, with Mr. Harsey’s stamp and engraved initials on it. I can honestly say this is THE NICEST KNIFE I have ever held. It fits well in my hand, has a great handle and finish, plus it looks tough as all get out! Bill, what is the handle made from? It looks like some kind of Kevlar type material. I cannot wait to cut something with it. Even with its large size it still feels “agile” and ready to take on the toughest of jobs, it does not feel “heavy”. The sheath looks rugged and ready to stand the test of time and my general abusive treatment.
Bill,
I am in awe of your superior skills as a master knife maker. Consider me a customer for life, plus my wife wants to know if you make kitchen knives!
All,
Thanks for the nice messages and for all the PM’s enquiring about selling it…sorry, but this knife has found a home!
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07-11-2007, 12:39
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Well it looks like I just got the winning ticket in the mail today!! HOOHOO
Now I got to fill’em out and send’em back in…I can almost feel that fine blade in my hand! |
Now this post is very funny......... you should have bought a lottery ticket too......
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07-11-2007, 12:50
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Now this post is very funny......... you should have bought a lottery ticket too......
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Maybe so! Now I am waiting to see if I win an iPhone from Rush!
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07-11-2007, 13:18
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Bill,
I am in awe of your superior skills as a master knife maker. Consider me a customer for life, plus my wife wants to know if you make kitchen knives! |
Yes, I have one, and IIRC, there is thread here about them.
You should try out the full-sized version of your knife. If you get over this way, and want to see it, let me know. We can keep that a secret from your wife, if you want.
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07-11-2007, 14:52
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It's a mini-reaper, really?
Can we see some photos of the knife with some items next to it that will show the size? Something common, like a quarter?
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07-13-2007, 07:36
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SF18C,
I never took a picture of the knife.
Maybe before you begin the destructive testing phase of ownership...
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07-13-2007, 08:05
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Roger...I plan to take some pics this weekend. I haven't done anything with it yet, other than shave some hair off my arm...isn't that the first thing you are suppose to do with a new knife?
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07-14-2007, 17:26
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Bill - I wish to place my name in the queue for a REAPER also. A fine piece of artwork and skill!!
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