Only had the privilege of knowing him @ 3 years. Bought my second knife from him which shortly there after was gifted to my son for HS Graduation (yes... It's a user). Perry had that magnetic personality mixed with the splash of sarcasm! Always willing to answer this exuberant newbie's not so... thoughtful questions!!! He saved my a$$ at my 1st Blade from jumping on what was a too good to be true stag re-handle!!!