Josh O'Dell Posted May 4, 2014 Share Posted May 4, 2014 Hey guys today is my last day as a armed security guard, I will then be starting a new more productive job at the same rates. Im very happy with everything at this new job for one no more sitting alone fpr 12 to 13 hours two i can be active and be around all the bolts and nails and potential parts for homemade grip projects;) Im over joyed and greatfull. One huge benifit Will be all the steel and bolts with my discount, I plan to start my bending back up, I even told the manager at my enterview about the rednail and how i was certified. He was impressed also at my knowledge of steel and hardware:) I learned alot from bending and blacksmithing. Anyway just wanted to let you no i will be returning to bending, But not so much till after Nationals. PEACE 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EJ Livesey Posted May 4, 2014 Share Posted May 4, 2014 Glad you're excited about the new job. Glad you got out of the security racket. Carrying a gun is highly over rated, ask me how I know. Get out of the security field as quick as you can or you get stuck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh O'Dell Posted May 4, 2014 Author Share Posted May 4, 2014 Oh i no man its just extra weight on one side after the initial ol cool i get to carry my fav gun at work all day;) Then after breathing dust and toxic smoke working long lonely hours that gun dont mean jack Well you no. Anyhow time for a normal job with good ol work, Im a country man and love to work hard and relax with some brew(sorry Chez im out of wine lol). And the good ol soreness of a hard days work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EJ Livesey Posted May 4, 2014 Share Posted May 4, 2014 I know exactly what your talking about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh O'Dell Posted May 4, 2014 Author Share Posted May 4, 2014 People have not a clue what security is like. Its mentally demanding which is muchmuch harder than physically Demanding. I like people and communication Seclustion will kill you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EJ Livesey Posted May 4, 2014 Share Posted May 4, 2014 I agree. The clients and long hours are what I hate the most. I don't mind the traveling and I like the days I don't have to arm up. Believe me I am trying desperately to get out of this field. Congrats on making the switch. You deserve it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh O'Dell Posted May 4, 2014 Author Share Posted May 4, 2014 Thanks EJ, Im sure you will find something you enjoy to. Im also going to be knifesmithing alot more and selling my knives so that will help to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EJ Livesey Posted May 4, 2014 Share Posted May 4, 2014 Dude pm me a link you your knife stuff. I am a HUGE collector. And am always looking to buy exotic or one-off stuff. I have a pretty nice collection of custom stuff, michrotechs, Bali's, and shurikens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim71 Posted May 4, 2014 Share Posted May 4, 2014 What is this stuff contagious? I have also dabbled in knife collecting. Of course I was a teen in the 80s when "First Blood" came out and all us kids wanted a "Rambo" knife. Unfortunately, the guy who made those knives for the first 2 movies (Jimmy Lile) passed away a long time ago and those knives are now mucho collectable. Stallone also collects knives for those who don't know it. Anyway, glad you like your new job and enjoy your bending. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IJames87 Posted May 4, 2014 Share Posted May 4, 2014 Lol try being a corrections officer. Not much better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Sharkey Posted May 4, 2014 Share Posted May 4, 2014 going to be knifesmithing If you are good at it, there is a market for high end custom chef's knives. Check out http://cutbrooklyn.com/ his knives are in demand and go for $500 or more per knife. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh O'Dell Posted May 4, 2014 Author Share Posted May 4, 2014 I will post up some pics win i get home later, Nothing to special just old file knives. and i have none at the moment but plan to be back in production soon.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh O'Dell Posted May 5, 2014 Author Share Posted May 5, 2014 Here are some of my very first knives, all made from old files. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
king crusher Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 Dude those knives look cool. Especially the first one. What's the process of making one? I wonder if old mower blades could be used? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh O'Dell Posted May 14, 2014 Author Share Posted May 14, 2014 I blacksmith so make mine by forge and anvil. Here is one i just finished from a railroad spike. And yea a lawn Mower blade works amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
king crusher Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 That thing is Awesome! So you heat it to orange to twist it?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh O'Dell Posted May 14, 2014 Author Share Posted May 14, 2014 Yellow yea its a blast Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
king crusher Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 Very cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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