Originally Posted by NoControl

I used to make custom knives.The knifemaking community was great back then. So many people were helpful with so much friendly advice and nurturing. In all the time I made knives, I only know of two different people who were guarded and secretive of their craft. Of the fellow knifemakers I've met, I could say that most all of them were my friends, or so darn friendly. I did it for about 15 years and eventually got burned out and tired of it - too much shop time, not enough play time.

This has nothing to do with our C&V forum, but the camaraderie and atmosphere in here reminds me of my former hobby.