Originally Posted by
rccardr
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Frame builders who are just buying what’s out there and putting frames together aren’t contributing to the craft in the same way- as he sees it. And when folks like Richie retire, who will take the time and effort to continue to advance the craft?
that brings to mind when I saw Hank Folsom at the Henry James booth at the 2015 NAHBS.
Hank is the man behind the Henry James brand. He appeared to be "classic and vintage" himself, which makes me wonder how long he'll be doing the job of providing lugs and fork crowns. Is there a plan to pass the business along to the next generation?
Steve in Peoria