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Looks very nice. The length of the emoto (neck) looks generous and spot on. Comfortable while simultaneously functional without compromise. The correct length gives the most possible blade control.
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Thanks! It felt a bit short when I did the handle, so I lengthened the neck a bit before I shipped it!

Kekoa should have it this weekend!
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That turned out very nice, and following its evolution was enjoyable. Thanks for sharing the process with us.
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I am awaiting eagerly! I will be posting plenty of use after it arrives! :)
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Well it looks like I'll probably be waiting 'till Monday for it to come in. I'm gonna try making some sour cream coffee cake today to distract myself while I'm waiting. :lol:
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I've been tracking it too, was hoping it would get there quickly for you!
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I'm sure I'll enjoy it Monday as much as I would have today, he he. In the mean time, Sour Cream Coffee Cake... success!!! :)
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First time attempt at this recipe turned out great, the whole family loved it!
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Looks like no delivery today either :(
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Not yet. "Waiting to be moved from one facility to another," is the current rather ambiguous status. We'll see about tomorrow, but there doesn't seem to be a estimate on it's arrival any more. As long as it gets here eventually I'll be perfectly happy.
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Kekoa wrote: ↑Mon Mar 11, 2024 6:46 pm Not yet. "Waiting to be moved from one facility to another," is the current rather ambiguous status. We'll see about tomorrow, but there doesn't seem to be a estimate on it's arrival any more. As long as it gets here eventually I'll be perfectly happy.
Crazy postal workers cutting up. It's never a dull moment with a custom Taz knife I guess. :mrgreen:

In all seriousness, hopefully you get your beautiful knife tomorrow, Kekoa.
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Fingers crossed for delivery this morning!
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Touchdown, it has arrived!!! :D

Pictures to come. 8-)
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Kekoa wrote: ↑Tue Mar 12, 2024 1:12 pm Touchdown, it has arrived!!! :D

Pictures to come. 8-)
Woo-ho! Mr. 575 will be happy! :mrgreen:
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Yay!!! Let the produce massacre begin!
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Posted pictures in the new knife thread!
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Glad you got to start playing with it!!
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Thanks so much for your work, Tim!

I expect this to be a knife I rely on for many years of kitchen prep. :) I really appreciate you taking the time to tweak it to my specifications and that I was able to receive a hand made product by a craftsman who is working at the art of knife making here in the United States.
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You're welcome! Looking forward to seeing pics of it as it gets used!!
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