rmarcustrucker said:
i'm not a customized 1911 going for $2000.00 kinda guy
And that's okay to say that, if those knives are providing real service to your life. Heck, there's a cheapo SuperKnife by our front entrance because my wife sells Pampered Chef as a part-time job. She's always whacking open cardboard boxes, and she likes that little knife.
My position is for guys who are cheap, know they are cheap, going to stay cheap, and won't pay me anyway. Sure, they'd love a polished edge, just like they'd love a Shelby Mustang, but the world somehow owes them a living.
The funniest guy I ever waited on came by to watch me sharpen, and then asked about Japanese knives and fees. I explained about laminates, what they were for and why they cut. So far, he was onboard.
As I mentioned fees, he seemed surprised, stating that a full-blown sashimi edge on his three inch knife would cost 50 bucks with tip and tax. I looked at his knife, nodded, and agree that there might even be the need for some minor knick repairs.
He wanted the edge, but clearly wasn't going to pay. He said to me, "Well, how about a demo first?"
I said, "Sure, no problem..."
I reached into my jeans, took out
my Emerson and said, "Watch closely..."
I don't think I ever got a chance to put a stone on my own knife when he walked away in disgust.
The best man at my wedding is the same way. I can bust my butt under a harsh August sun casting bullets all day. However he only shows at the end of the day as I'm cleaning up--asking for some
free spares...