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Posts from Knife Event 2008
Hester Bradley
Sunday, August 17 2008, @ 12:20PM
Helping with the table for Gayle Bradley.
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from Nick Trbovich, Jr.
Sunday, August 17 2008, @ 12:14PM
Birthday Wishes to A. G. Russell
From Nick Trbovich, Jr. President and CEO Ontario Knife Co., Chairman and CEO Queen Cutlery
There is a story behind the story of this impressive A. G. Russell 2008 Knife Event. Last night I was privileged to be among those attending a packed banquet hall for dinner that (unbeknown to A. G.) turned into a very well planned and orchestrated tribute/roast and birthday celebration for A. G. who will be turning 75 years young on August 27th.
Among the evening tributes was an entertaining video presentation partially narrated by A. G.’s grandson. I hope that the video will be downloaded to the internet so that everyone can get a glimpse of it. Several friends and cutlery titans told stories that all shared a common theme which can best be summarized by B. R. Hughes who stated…”NO single person in the world of cutlery has done more for the cutlery world than A. G. Russell.”
The show has been excellent and I too have been impressed with its organization and hospitality. Goldie, Kim, Debbie, Susan and the entire A. G. Russell team has truly outdone themselves.
I highly reccommend that if you are within 100 miles of Rogers, Arkansas…GET IN YOUR CAR NOW! You will not be dissappointed. The show is open until 4pm.
If you are unable to attend and would like to extend your birthday wishes to A. G. or share an A. G. story (we heard quite a few last night),… Please blog on.
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Henry Okleshen
Sunday, August 17 2008, @ 12:07PM
Great Knife Repairman. We send our Hen & Rooster to him to fix.
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Great Eastern Cutlery
Sunday, August 17 2008, @ 11:51AM
The show was great for a first time show. It does have a lot of potential to be a great show. I made several contacts in the midwest that I didn’t have. Everyone seemed really happy with our product for the ones that had not seen us yet. I will be back next year and hope you do the same.
Ryan Daniels
Great Eastern Cutlery, Sales Manager
740-418-0142
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Mike Tamboli table
Sunday, August 17 2008, @ 11:26AM
Doane Parsons from Bentonville, AR sitting at Mike Tamboli’s table so he can take a break.
Mike has some very nice miniatures.
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A.G.’s 75th Birthday Dinner
Sunday, August 17 2008, @ 11:18AM
A.G.’s 75th Birthday dinner was also a huge success. Dan Dennehy presented A.G. with a picture of himself planting a kiss on “The Illustrious One”, Bob Loveless, and also with a handmade sheep shear knife.
Benchmade Knives, Case, and Tim Leatherman also presented things to A.G.
B.R. Hughes and several A.G. Russell employees shared memories, and wished A.G. Happy Birthday.
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Greetings from Tim Leatherman
Sunday, August 17 2008, @ 11:11AM
I’ve had a great time here in Rogers, AR helping to celebrate A.G.’s 75th. Met a lot of loyal LEATHERMAN users and signed lots of LEATHERMAN tools! Thanks and looking forward to seeing you again one of these days.
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Steve Schwarzer’s comments on the show
Sunday, August 17 2008, @ 10:21AM
The Grand Wizard of Knives has done it again! The Grand Wizard with his faithful guide, Goldie has pulled off a feat of magic!
I was called on to appear at the show on short notice. No telling what ill fate would befall you if you failed to heed the wizard’s request. All kidding aside, the show is well done and will continue as a great success. The cameraderie and some of the old faces are very reminiscent of Kansas City.
I’ll be back next year!
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Case Knives
Sunday, August 17 2008, @ 9:34AM
Shirley and Katie ready for customers.
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From Bill and Wilma Davis
Sunday, August 17 2008, @ 9:21AM
This has been a really good and fun show. We have met new people and acquired new customers. This has been the most pleasant show we have been to and we have been to alot of them. The most well run, no one else has gone to the trouble to set it up for us this well. This has been a successful show. We will be back next year. It can only get better! Thanks A. G. we don’t know why you waited so long.
Bill and Wilma Davis
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Rick Sanders for Ruffin Johnson
Sunday, August 17 2008, @ 9:09AM
Ruffin Johnson couldn’t make it, but Rick Sanders is here manning his table.
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Ka-Bar Knives
Sunday, August 17 2008, @ 9:05AM
John Stitt discussing knives with a customer.
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Buck Knives
Sunday, August 17 2008, @ 8:58AM
C. J. Buck, Richard Tackett and Deb Gavick man the Buck Knives booth.
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Bill and Ricki Newberry
Sunday, August 17 2008, @ 8:42AM
Customers all the way from New Jersey!
They heard about the show, and decided to take their vacation to Arkansas, and visit the A.G. Russell Knife Event!
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Wilma Davis w/customer
Sunday, August 17 2008, @ 8:21AM
Wilma Davis talks with customer Kathy Parker Comment on this post >
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Setting Up
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 5:17PM
Dan from Boker, Ethan Becker of Becker Knife & Tool, and Rod Bremmer from CRKT
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A. G. with Rumiko
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 5:14PM
Rumiko Fadden with Al Mar Knives visits with A. G.
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A. G. and a collector
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 4:52PM
A. G. talks with Joe Richardson from Missouri.
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GREAT TIME by Ethan Becker
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 4:29PM
Any knife show is by definition a great time……BUT, This has been one of the best of the best …a great venue, a great crowd,and the show is run by people who have been exhibitors often enough to know how to make everyone comfortable…..I saw one of the prettiest pieces of steel I have ever seen today and I have had a tremendous time shooting bull with old friends and new….all in all a perfect jewel of a show!!!!!!Be here next year!!!
ethan
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Böker Knives
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 3:40PM
Sammy Smith with Knife customer Dan Suller
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A Special Post by Jim Fray - president of Wildwoods
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 2:51PM
This show is the way a true knife show should be.
It’s comfort for the supplier, superlative advertising, and good people to deal with.
Kudos to Goldie and A.G. for not only a knife show, but a knife extravaganza.
See you next year,
Jim Fray
Wildwoods.
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Doug Flagg & Sheldon Loftis of CRKT
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 2:37PM
Doug Flagg of CRKT visits with a customer
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Kristi Culpepper
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 2:26PM
Kristi Culpepper with Ronnie Lotis from Ferris, TX
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A Special Post by Bob Breton - President of Queen Cutlery
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 2:24PM
I am currently attending the A.G. Russell Knife Event, which is a first of many based upon the traffic and the interest in knives. Everything has been done first rate, from hotel accommodations to booth space. And ultimately what we have all came here for, which is to sell our products.
Bob Breton,
President of Queen Cutlery.
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Fisk Knives
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 2:20PM
Newest Knife Fan!
Olivia Keeter, Granddaughter to Jerry Fisk. 6 weeks old at her first Knife Event!
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Gary Fadden
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 2:17PM
Gary Fadden with Al Mar Knives talking with Phil from A. G. Russell Knives.
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Goldie with guests
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 2:05PM
Goldie Russell talking with Chris Rogers and his sons.
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Rhett Stidman
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 1:53PM
Rhett showing some knives to interested customers.
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Ruffin Johnson table
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 1:50PM
Rick Sanders sits in for Ruffin and talks with a customer.
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William Ruple
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 1:40PM
Bill Ruple - setting up for the show on Friday.
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A Special Post by Ron Lake
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 1:36PM
I’ve been to a lot of shows, one that would come close was held in Milan, Italy - but this even tops it.
Collectors really ought to consider coming here, because this venue is unbelievable.
The guest rooms are nice and big - with a sofa and desk.
Having a great time - everybody make plans to attend next year, July 24th - 26th.
Ron Lake
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Starting them young…
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 1:17PM
Starting knife appreciation at 3 months.
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Engraving at the Glendo Booth
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 12:42PM
Engraving a knife at the Glendo booth.
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Great Eastern
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 12:40PM
Ryan Daniels of Great Eastern with customers
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Dan Dennehy
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 12:39PM
Dan pictured with his table of knives on Saturday morning.
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Debbie at the reception
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 12:38PM
Debbie at A. G. Russell talking to some Exhibitors.
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2 young men
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 11:30AM
Wyatt and Ron looking at knives on Saturday.
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Goldie and Dan
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 11:25AM
Goldie Russell visits with Dan (one of the first knifemakers) at the reception Friday night.
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Stanley Watson
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 11:18AM
Stanley Watson with Diamond Machining Technology
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When A. G. speaks…
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 10:47AM
Bob Dodd and D’Holder listen to A. G. tell stories at the Friday night reception.
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Spring Creek Knife Works
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 10:33AM
Wes from Spring Creek Knife Works at the Knife Event. Comment on this post >
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RB Rybar & RB Johnson
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 10:17AM
RB Rybar at his booth.
BB Rybar and RB Johnson prepare to show their knives to guest. Comment on this post >
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Ed & Michelle Brandsey
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 10:14AM
Ed & Michell Brandsey show off a Native Lance w/Silver Fox Damascus Head
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Debbie at the reception
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 10:13AM
Debbie of A. G. Russell talks to Jeff Goddard and Ben Overisch of Kershaw Knives Comment on this post >
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Dan Dennehy
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 9:25AM
Dan speaking with Tim Leatherman at the reception Friday evening.
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At the Knifemaker Meet & Greet
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 9:22AM
Here are some group shots at the Meet & Greet.
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A.G. Russell Knife Event Kicks Off
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 9:10AM
The A.G. Russell Knife Event kicked off on Friday, as manufacturers arrived to start setting up their booths. Luke Berger from Böker will also be posting from his booth about the show, so check the comments section of this post for updates!
Goldie talks to Luke Berger & Dan Weidner and guest Ethan Becker of Becker Knife & Tool while they set up for the Knife Event on Friday Comment on this post >
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Signing the Registration Book
Saturday, August 16 2008, @ 9:05AM
Kenny Teague
Dick Faust signs A. G.’s guest book.
Exhibitors signing the guest book. Comment on this post >
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New Eagle Beak Knife
Friday, August 15 2008, @ 4:05PM
This is the first picture of the New Eagle Beak Knife, a hawksbill style knife from A.G. Russell. Comment on this post >
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