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THE KNIFE I CARRY

“The new normal: my EDC gear now includes PPE, as well as my or . My fascination with knives started in, which I still have. My collection has grown over the years to include military knives dating back to World War II, Korea and Vietnam that belonged to my grandfather, uncle and my father. I also collect vintage Italian switchblades, as well as many knives from and , and many other brands.”

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