Collector's Collector

[Jerry Manuel]

Hey Guys,
What did you think of the bio about Kevin in Blade ?

Haven't seen it yet - we're a bit behind on the news stands up here. I'm sure Dan did a fine job of it, though.

Roger

[Jon Brand]

I think Kevin is a stuck up bigshot.

Just kidding. I think Kevin is awesome and deverves the recognition he is getting. After all hes the one motivated enough to get things done (like this whole org that were enjoying).

On another forum he was accused of having a bias to forged ABS blades. So when the article came out showing his new Loveless knife, I had to pick on him for buying it as a publicity stunt. I actually think the man has great taste and hes influenced my collecting habbits a bit.

I haven't read the article, but I do know that Kevin has vision, and I think it would be difficult for anyone to dispute that.

[Kevin Jones]

I haven't received my issue yet. Must say that I was more than a little surprised when contacted about being interviewed for the article. I enjoyed working with Dan on it.
Jon had me rolling in the floor laughing the other night when he text me that he had just seen the article.

[Jon Klein]

Kevin,

I am new to this group but have been very impressed by the knowledge and friendship everyone seens to have. The article is a great introduction to those of us who do not know you. It showcases your devotion and knowledge, and is a testament to why this forum has grown so quickly. It is a very flattering and informative article about you as both an individual and collector. If I have not said this before, you have created a format that acts as a venue for old friends and new to meet each other and some fine makers. Congratulations on the recognition you deserve and thank you for all of your efforts. I am glad to be a part of this group and look forward to both the growth of the organization as well as meeting you in June.

Happy New Year, Jon Klein

[Jim Treacy]

Kevin,

Congratulations on a great article.

[Jerry Manuel]

Since I started this thread I guess its time for me to respond and tell something about Kevin that wasn't in the Blade article . My second week in the hospital I got a telephone call from a voice I did not know . That voice was Kevin's . I'd only been in the CKCA about 3 months and had never met the man but he called to check on my condition, how I was doing, when I would be well enough to go home, etc . I'll always remember and appreciate that call from Kevin . He's helped me with the forum and posted numerous photos for me and although I probably got on his last nerve more than once, he was always willing to help . Great article about a very knowledgeable and great guy. Thank You Kevin . . . . Jerry -

[Don Hanson]

I read it last night. Very good article by Dan about a very good dude...

Kevin, thanks for all you do, it is much appreciated.

[Bob Betzner]

I haven't seen or read the article - I didn't even know about it. But it can't be anything but good, because that's just the kind of person Kevin is. Way to go, buddy!