
Mark of the Maker is a panel discussion with renowned custom knife makers Tom Krein, Sean Kendrick and Michael Burch, and hosted by Mark Stheiner. The format is much like a group of friends sitting around in The Pit at Blade Show, talking knives - a look at life from the perspective of the maker as well as the collector. Covering broader topics such as tactical knife history, trends, industry comm... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 181 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureArtsHobbiesDesign | |||

The whole crew gets back together to chat with Donnie from STARKO Gear. Donnie shares his unique path into the world of EDC and gear and how the brand came to be. Like many, he wasn't a "natural" maker and found is way through his own path. Great cha... more
Sean and Mark dive into another Influences episode, this time about the Punisher Comics and specifically the short Punisher Armory series. These were a big influence on Sean and we spend some time talking about the knife-related content in these comi... more
Mark continues his knife road trip adventure with a visit to Randall Made Knives in Orlando, Florida. This was a special treat as he was able to walk through the Randall Museum with Jason Randall, who shared some fantastic detail and insight behind s... more
Mark heads out on the road and makes a visit ot our friends and sponsors, Arizona Custom Knives. In the first segment, he chats with Andrew McMichael, Director of Consignment Sales about a crazy selection of knives from their inventory. Some fantasti... more
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If I may quote the great Sean Kendrick, listening to episodes with Dr. Rachel Parikh will make you “…less ignorant”. You guys are the best!
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Couldn’t really get into podcasts for the longest time, finally found one that I can’t stop listening to. Great for information as a new maker in my early 20’s and also highly entertaining. Not great for my wallet, ordered a Randall and a Hinderer in O1 since I’ve started listening LOL
If your into knives, swords, axes, hatchets, spears, or any edged weapon or tool, and you're not listening to Mark of the Maker, what are you doing?!
Fantastic group of fella’s with a wealth of knowledge, strong opinions, and a completely different styles. Super entertaining. Literally the only podcast I listen to.
GREAT podcast! A regular conversation among knife enthusiast that are knowledgable and experienced. Great guests and history that always amazes me with how interesting it is.
I have listened to the entire library and liked all of them..
So much info on knives, knife making, knife history, legendary makers, great book recommendations, shout outs to all sorts of makers and knives new and old. Great format, great hosts and guests. Shop talk, great banter, entertaining stories about your upbringing, families, dogs, cat, grills, guns, conspiracy theories lol. You guys have it all. Truly informative, entertaining, and inspirational. Thankyou! -JESweetJ
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This show centers on the maker and collector community surrounding custom knives, pairing insightful discussions on blade history, design, and craftsmanship with behind-the-scenes looks at shows, markets, and archival projects. Episodes frequently explore maker collaborations, provenance, and the evolution of the knife world through personal stories, shop tours, and battlefield-tested techniques. A standout element is the candid, camaraderie-driven format—think informal conversations among seasoned makers and enthusiasts that mix technical detail with engaging anecdotes, history, and culture. The format often includes field trips to notable shops, museum connections, and deep dives into iconic models and industry shifts, making it valuable ... more
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1. Knife Perspective Podcast
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Recent guests on Mark of the Maker include:
1. Sean Kendrick
2. Jason Randall
3. Henry Hyman
4. Dave Ellis
5. Jim Wirth
6. Tyler Holden
7. Rob Baptie
8. Isaac Roessler
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