You may remember Mike Jones from an earlier newsletter in the infancy of our "Maker of the Week" program. This week we are bringing him back for the full social & email spotlight so more people can see his work!
Mike operates out of Quesnel, BC Canada and is known for practical designs such as the Bushfucker, Backcountry, and Volkskniven. He builds knives that are meant to be used hard, and he chooses materials that can keep up. GripX stands out for him because of the texture:
“GripX is unmatched in texture. It maintained grip even when fully submerged in bear guts, and the soft feel is super comfortable for kitchen knives.”
That combination of aggressive hold and comfortable feel makes it useful across both outdoor and kitchen applications. His preferred finish is a sandblasted surface for maximum grip, followed by a wipe of tung oil to clean the scales and enhance the color.
Mike’s approach is simple: the knife has to perform and exceed expectations. Beauty is welcome, but it is secondary to function. That mindset shows in the tools he produces.
Follow Mike on socials at @mikejonesknifeandtool
Glad to highlight Mike again and share more of his approach with the broader community.
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