I first learned of Michael and his knives when I saw a post on one of the knife forums. I was determined to meet him and acquire one of his knives, which I did at one of the NJ shows. Michael brought 20 numbered knives, his Estrella model. They sold out within minutes. I got one and ordered several more. I spent some time talking to Michael and his wife Amber and became a fan and I am enthusiastic about his prospects in the knife world. I saw him again at Blade the following year were he again sold out within minutes.

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Michael's father works with his hands and this has been Michael's main inspiration to be constructive and work with his hands for a living. He attended machinist school and worked for an engineering business. His desire to make knives came from a lifelong interest in knives and seeing Scott Cook's impressive work. Scott has become Michael's friend and mentor. I believe the knife world will see great things from Michael.