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Mark of the Maker

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Mark of the Maker is a panel discussion with renowned custom knife makers Tom Krein, Sean Kendrick and Michael Burch, and hosted by Mark Stheiner. The format is much like a group of friends sitting around in The Pit at Blade Show, talking knives - a look at life from the perspective of the maker as well as the collector. Covering broader topics such as tactical knife history, trends, industry commentary and influences of social media, as well as conversations with other knifemakers, collectors and notable figures in and around the custom knife world. Music: “noir guitar” by Stevie’s Amp Shack, from the Free Music Archive, CC BY 4.0

Mark of the Maker is a panel discussion with renowned custom knife makers Tom Krein, Sean Kendrick and Michael Burch, and hosted by Mark Stheiner. The format is much like a group of friends sitting around in The Pit at Blade Show, talking knives - a look at life from the perspective of the maker as well as the collector. Covering broader topics such as tactical knife history, trends, industry commentary and influences of social media, as well as conversations with other knifemakers, collectors and notable figures in and around the custom knife world. Music: “noir guitar” by Stevie’s Amp Shack, from the Free Music Archive, CC BY 4.0

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United States

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Mark of the Maker is a panel discussion with renowned custom knife makers Tom Krein, Sean Kendrick and Michael Burch, and hosted by Mark Stheiner. The format is much like a group of friends sitting around in The Pit at Blade Show, talking knives - a look at life from the perspective of the maker as well as the collector. Covering broader topics such as tactical knife history, trends, industry commentary and influences of social media, as well as conversations with other knifemakers, collectors and notable figures in and around the custom knife world. Music: “noir guitar” by Stevie’s Amp Shack, from the Free Music Archive, CC BY 4.0

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@markofmaker

Language:

English

Episodes

Episode 46: Doomsday Loadout

7/12/2020
Here's another "picks" episode where we talk about how we'd set one another up in the event of a doomsday scenario. We're not experts, we just thought it would be fun and let's face it, we're nerds and we just like to talk gear. Hope you enjoy it! Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Duration:02:10:07

Episode 45: Chad Nichols

6/28/2020
Chad Nichols of Nichols Damascus Steel joins us for this episode. We talk about Chad's background, how he got into knives, and ultimately what led him to become of the key suppliers of damascus steel and other materials to the knife industry. Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Duration:02:11:17

Episode 44: Quarantine and Questions

6/8/2020
Yes, we're back! We chat quarantine, knives and take some listener questions in our first episode after a bit of a hiatus. It's been a crazy time and we hope you are all staying safe and healthy. Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Duration:01:53:18

Episode 43: Sal Manaro

4/19/2020
Knifemaker and all around good guy Sal Manaro joins us for some good conversation about his path into knifemaking. We talk history, shop and techniques and still manage to have a few laughs along the way. Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Duration:02:19:46

Minisode: Listener Check-In

3/25/2020
Feeling a little weirded out about what's going on? We are too! One thing is certain: We're all in this together. Mark and Michael chat about some of the challenges we are all facing and check in with you all. Wishing you all the best and much love from the MotM crew! Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.http://www.markofthemaker.com

Duration:00:58:31

Episode 42: TKI and QnA

3/3/2020
We recap our experience at this year's Tactical Knife Invitational in Nashville and fill out the episode with some Q&A. This one's all over the map, with lots of laughs and maybe a little helpful information as well. Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Duration:01:49:37

Episode 41: Get Off My Lawn!

2/10/2020
This one started out with the working title "Knife Mythbusters" and just sort of rolled off into a series of rants mixed in with some myth busting. The topic evolved as we went along but hopefully you find it somewhat entertaining and maybe a little bit educational as well. Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Duration:01:59:53

Episode 40: Three Knives You Should Know About

1/26/2020
This time we walk through some knives and makers that we think you should know about. Some of you will be familiar with some of these knives or makers, but hopefully there's something in here for everyone. Get your Google lookup ready, this one had the working title "The Rabbit Hole Episode." Hope you enjoy it! Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Duration:01:57:32

Episode 39: Season 3 Kickoff

1/12/2020
We chat about some noteworthy trends, things and experiences from 2019 and spend some time talking about things we are looking forward and makers to watch in 2020. This one kicks off Season 3 of Mark of the Maker, thanks for coming along with us on the journey! Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Duration:02:04:23

Minisode: Back to School - Part 3

12/29/2019
We wrap up Season 2 with an update from Sean on his journey back to school, as he finishes up his second semester of study. Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Duration:00:54:41

Episode 38: Brian Efros

12/16/2019
We're joined by knifemaker and all around good dude Brian Efros for some conversation about life and knives. Brian went on an interesting path to knifemaking, a little different than anyone we've spoken with so far. Some of you might be surprised at how far back Brian's knifemaking goes, so find a comfy spot and listen along with us. Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Duration:02:31:16

Episode 37: It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas

12/5/2019
It's that time of year again! We kick this one off with some silky smooth tones from the one and only Sean Kendrick. Then we head off into making some Christmas gift picks for one another from three categories, from under $50 stocking stuffer to full custom. You or your significant other might just hear a great holiday gift idea in this one, there are some cool picks and we might just include one or two that you aren't familiar with. Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram...

Duration:02:04:07

Episode 36: Bob Terzuola Pt.2

11/17/2019
We had way WAY more stuff to talk about, so Bob Terzuola graciously joins us for a second episode to chat about a little more history and some Q&A. This time, the conversation gets much deeper, from shop talk to collaborations to the impacts of social media on the knife world to the debate about handmade vs. CNC and more. Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Duration:02:09:54

Episode 35: Bob Terzuola

11/3/2019
We know he feels a little uncomfortable with these kinds of terms, but to describe knifemaker Bob Terzuola as anything other than a "living legend" would be a disservice, in our opinion. Bob leads us through his personal timeline and shares many fantastic stories along the way. We also get some insights into the upcoming release of the much anticipated 2nd Edition of his book about knife making, "The Tactical Folding Knife." Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or...

Duration:02:00:13

Episode 34: Listener Q&A

10/20/2019
We asked our listeners to submit questions for the crew - and we got a BUNCH from you! This episode is dedicated to working our way through a pile of listener Q&A. Knifemaker stuff, business stuff, thoughtful stuff and a couple fun things as well. Give it a listen, your question might just have made the cut! Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Duration:02:08:56

Minisode: Buyer's Guide to Knife Mechanics

10/8/2019
We chat about what makes a "good knife," and offer some tips on what to look for when checking out a knife at a show or from a maker that is new to you. We hit both folders and fixed blades, in this mini that turned into a "halfisode." Follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Duration:01:05:09

Episode 33: Questions with Billy

9/1/2019
We decided we needed to spend a bit more time talking with Billy Cho about some of the challenges newer makers face in today's custom knife world, and Billy was gracious enough to join us for some additional conversation. This one turned into a 2-way Q&A, so there should be something in here for just about everyone. Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Duration:01:49:05

Episode 32: Billy Cho

8/18/2019
Knifemaker Billy Cho joins Mark of the Maker for a discussion about his life, his knives, what inspires his work and his perspective as a newer knifemaker. Billy has a pretty wide-ranging personal story, which helps paint yet another version of the story about where a knifemaker can emerge from. Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Duration:02:30:09

Episode 31: Nick Rolfe

8/4/2019
The incredibly talented Nick Rolfe joins us to chat about knives, his life, and his own journey from collecting knives to using them in Search and Rescue. We have a very frank and open conversation about people of color in and around the knife world and Nick shares his own picks for a Three Knife Collection. Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more conversation.

Duration:02:38:25

Episode 30: Three Knife Collection

7/22/2019
If you could only keep three knives from your collection, which would you keep and why? We chat about this as well as the fun version of it - if you could add three knives of unlimited budget or attainability, what would you pick and why? We'd love to hear your own picks, please share them with us! Tag us on IG or use the hashtag #threeknifecollection to share your own pics. Check out our Patreon and follow us on Instagram @markofthemaker or join our discussion group on Facebook for more...

Duration:02:05:03

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