Real Sharp Knife store closing

[naptight]

I ordered a couple knives from RSK during their Black Friday sale. Yesterday I got an update email saying the roof collapsed in their shop and it has caused them to close the business. I haven't been here very long so I'm not sure how active they are in the forum and how many of the forum users know Dustin or the other folks at RSK. I don't mean to steal their news or announcement. But, just wanted to share in case someone wants to offer them some assistance or well wishes during this loss.

 

[WildBoar]

I don't know them, but there have been some posts about them/ him over the last week or two here on KKF.

 

[naptight]

I don't know them, but there have been some posts about them/ him over the last week or two here on KKF.

Thanks. I did a search and didn't see anything. That's why I posted.

 

[tostadas]

Thanks. I did a search and didn't see anything. That's why I posted.

https://www.kitchenknifeforums.com/...wed-to-be-mentioned-on-kkf.68996/post-1059873

 

[madmotts]

That’s too bad. I’ve bought a few knives from him and have been happy with the products. Had some wild handles…

 

[Pie]

That’s too bad. I’ve bought a few knives from him and have been happy with the products. Had some wild handles…

I’ll never be happy about bad times for someone. Unless they deserve it. I’ll leave the forgiveness or brimstone to the knife gods.

I concur about the handles tho.

 

[jedy617]

I had some good dealings with Dustin. Sad for the guy, I know he was super excited about opening up the shop. I think he got in over his head.

 

[knifeq2121]

he’s not a bad guy but agree he’s over his head and has messed up my orders before and been late on delivering promises.

 

[naptight]

https://www.kitchenknifeforums.com/...wed-to-be-mentioned-on-kkf.68996/post-1059873

Wow I didn't realize the can of worms this is.

 

[tostadas]

Wow I didn't realize the can of worms this is.

I personally have gotten a few things from RSK without issue.

 

[WildBoar]

His web site indicates the ceiling collapsed (not the roof structure), so maybe a lot of debris and water but space is still salvageable. I would have to imagine at least one insurance company is involved.

 

[knifeq2121]

His web site indicates the ceiling collapsed (not the roof structure), so maybe a lot of debris and water but space is still salvageable. I would have to imagine at least one insurance company is involved.

to be honest, it looks like he makes nice handles, has good prices, and means well. but there’s always a string of excuses and sob stories for things.

he is a solo operation and i try to give him the benefit of the doubt bc i respect his work but you get burned enough times and…