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Post by thywar on Apr 1, 2016 8:33:07 GMT -7
The knife maker here, the only Cherokee Master Smith in the country, was on the first year of that show. Raker Knives. Okie makes probably 90% of his sheaths. I talked to him before I signed up for the class and got his opinion. He's a really good guy and excellent Knifemaker.
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Post by thywar on Apr 7, 2016 20:29:43 GMT -7
Turns out next Wednesday my knife instructor is going on a mission trip. Just as well. See, about five weeks ago, I got a wild hair and auditioned with our community theater for a part in a western farce, 'The Taming of Judge Roy Bean'. I haven't acted in a play since Senior Class play in 1969. Well I got selected to play one of three cowboys. It's a pretty good part for my first time in 47 years. It's got some really funny lines in it. Not mine, but others.
Anyway we have rehearsals every night next week and first performance is Friday night. It's a dinner theater. We'll do performances two weekends, Friday and Saturday night and Sunday matinee. Yeah I know, Who'd a thunk it?
Sometimes the most fun I have is provoking the liberal socialist democrats who are rife in community theater. And there are some flamers who 'feel the bern'. So I wear my Cruz shirt!!!!
For those with FB, Tahlequah Community Players. I'm the tall one. Lol
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Post by thywar on May 10, 2016 18:53:24 GMT -7
Well there are three weeks to go in my knife making class. We heat tempered two weeks ago and I was struggling with the handle part last week. I'm the least capable guy in the class. Most have lots of experience with grinders and such but I don't. Anyway, couple of days ago I called Okie and told him I needed guidance and help. Like always he said come on over and he helped me, had another piece of wood for a handle and showed me, led me and guided me and today we buffed it out. As I told him the knife is me. Heat tempered and flawed but I like the final product. Fits my hand well and he put an arm shaving sharpening on it.
We might try to make another in the three weeks we have left in the class.
Been an interesting experience and like jumping into the community theater thing met some good folks, learned some things and have had a great time.
So if you get a chance to do something outside of your roundhouse, jump on it. Life is short and it's just another step in educating yourself on something useful. (Not sure the acting thing will be useful, but it was a lot of fun).
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Post by woodyz on May 10, 2016 18:59:32 GMT -7
sounds awesome on both sides
good for you
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Post by missasip on May 10, 2016 19:08:56 GMT -7
I'll tell y'all TW did a fine job on this knife. I'm lucky enough to see it. He did exceptionally well.
He has every right to be proud of his handy work!
Jimmy
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Post by cajunlady87 on May 10, 2016 21:57:15 GMT -7
With you and Okie working together I know y'all made an awesome knife.
In regards to your last statement, I ran into a Red Cross worker last week and filled an application to do disaster relief response work in the nation. My daughter and I worked with other Red Cross workers who were dispatched to my area for Hurricane Juan's flooding. It was a great feeling being able to help out others who were less fortunate than I was. Waiting to hear word about acceptance and then training.
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Post by crashdive123 on May 11, 2016 3:59:43 GMT -7
Outstanding! When are we going to get to see the knife?
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Post by thywar on May 11, 2016 7:41:05 GMT -7
I can't post pics
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Post by Redneckidokie on May 11, 2016 22:34:46 GMT -7
It turned out pretty good for a first try. A little character as TW calls it. I had fun helping on the handle. Now we have to make it a sheath next week.
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Post by cajunlady87 on May 12, 2016 5:32:52 GMT -7
It turned out pretty good for a first try. A little character as TW calls it. I had fun helping on the handle. Now we have to make it a sheath next week. I'm sure you were more than happy to help TW finish his pride and joy as you seem to be that all around great kind of guy.  There is always more pride in an item you are able to make yourself over any store bought product anytime. Great job guys! |
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Post by Redneckidokie on May 17, 2016 19:12:26 GMT -7
Cajun, I try real hard to be a good person. Some days, it's just alot harder. TW makes it a joy to help. Plus he buys lunch.  |
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Post by thywar on May 19, 2016 19:10:44 GMT -7
Had a light shower this evening. Just stepped out and the lightning bugs are thick. Owls hooting and the dogs are barking. It's been a cool month of May. Last week or so highs only in the mid 60s and wake up to low 50s. Garden is still pretty damp but blooms on the cukes and some on the bell peppers. Beets and carrots got rained out. Okra and zucchini are hanging tough. Hope the jalapeños make it. Five tomatoes on the vines but they're wet too. Johnson grass is doing well but not as bad as last year at all. God is good here at Camp David.
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Post by thywar on Jul 25, 2016 16:38:57 GMT -7
Well about ten days ago we had quite the storm pass through. Sadly it uprooted some trees and broke some big limbs. General damage to a lot of stuff.
Last week I stopped on the road and picked up five oak pieces about four foot long each. About 5-7" in diameter.
Today I saw a guy that directs plays for the theater and we were visiting and he mentioned the storm toppled what was left of his maple tree. I inquired as to its size. Turns out it was about 24-30" in diameter in some parts. (Shoulda taken the bigger chain saw). Anyway I ended up with two pieces 10" X 20-24" long, and one 10" long. Couple of big pieces 6-8" deep by 24-30" across. Gotta seal em and let them dry. They're 'wet' and HEAVY!!!!
This white boy didn't seem to have a lotta privilege trying to turn that big old piece over so I could cut through it.
Since I've written about my two wood turning classes you understand I'm on the lookout for wood. Think I can get some decent pieces out of this wood when I have some skill. Other than a little gas mixture/bar oil and some swear... sweat, it was free.
A good day
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Post by cajunlady87 on Jul 25, 2016 17:12:06 GMT -7
Well about ten days ago we had quite the storm pass through. Sadly it uprooted some trees and broke some big limbs. General damage to a lot of stuff. Last week I stopped on the road and picked up five oak pieces about four foot long each. About 5-7" in diameter. Today I saw a guy that directs plays for the theater and we were visiting and he mentioned the storm toppled what was left of his maple tree. I inquired as to its size. Turns out it was about 24-30" in diameter in some parts. (Shoulda taken the bigger chain saw). Anyway I ended up with two pieces 10" X 20-24" long, and one 10" long. Couple of big pieces 6-8" deep by 24-30" across. Gotta seal em and let them dry. They're 'wet' and HEAVY!!!! This white boy didn't seem to have a lotta privilege trying to turn that big old piece over so I could cut through it. Since I've written about my two wood turning classes you understand I'm on the lookout for wood. Think I can get some decent pieces out of this wood when I have some skill. Other than a little gas mixture/bar oil and some swear... sweat, it was free. A good day Nice scores! Beauty is always in the eyes of the beholder. My favorite wood to collect is driftwood. |
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Post by woodyz on Jul 25, 2016 19:03:34 GMT -7
you need rare wood get some from hildas head
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