Guys, it's been a hell of a ride. Thank you so much for your constant support, and for allowing me to be a part of this channel and the Knife Banter series. It's been an unforgettable experience for me to be able to get to meet a lot of you around the country, sign your knife packages, and interact with you here in the comments. I am very lucky to have been in a position where I can just sit down once a week, talk about some knafs, and hear all your stories and feedback in response. It wouldn't be possible without you, the subscribers and fans. Thank you for an amazing year! Seeya guys ✌ -Austin Goetz
Totally bummed. I love this series, but I hope Oregon treats him well! Please keep the series going, I love seeing all the new knives and learning new things from this series!
***I have an idea for future knife banter videos*** Continue the show but have a different Blade HQ employee or guest on the show every week. It would be cool to hear from other Blade HQ employees. I know all you guys at Blade HQ are into knives. I am sure everyone has some knives to show off or cool knives to talk about or an esoteric knife interest that they want to share.
Yeah... I think it's gonna be Benchmade... which is cool bcoz he can give some interesting ideas that we can see in the future benchmade products? Sounds interesting.
It sucks to watch these videos two years later and realize you missed out on such a cool dude. Hopefully Austin is doing really well wherever he is 🤜🏽🤛🏽
Why does everyone bounce from bladehq so fast? Your turnover is ridiculous. You must pay shit... That's the only thing I can think that would suck about working at a knife mega suppliers. It's can't be that hard to pull and ship orders, it can't be a long hour ass kicking job, there has to be enough stuff to keep someone interested and enjoying the job, what could chase people off so fast other than shit wages?
What is up man! You're leaving? Today I received my box of goods and you signed a blank label "have a knife day" -Austin. I thought that was awesome. Thanks for the cool videos and hope to see you pop up somewhere cool.
Wow. I am deeply saddened by Austin's departure. Oregon owes us big time. Any chance we can pick up Hayley from Worksharp in trade?! That could soften the blow a little.
Austin, nooooo! I'm definitely sad you won't be part of the channel anymore, but I wish you luck in all your future endeavors. I've really enjoyed watching how you and Ben interact and I'm hoping they can find someone to fill your shoes. Good luck in Portland. Bring an umbrella. Any chance of doing occasional episodes remotely?
I have many many blade hq orders in recent history but fell out of it recently in exchange for fishing. This video has reignited the flame! Austin, you will honestly be missed! Good luck in Portland bro
Sorry to see you go Austin. I really enjoyed Knife Banter with you and Ben. But, I'm happy for you if your moving into a new, "happier" chapter in your life. Best of luck Austin. You will be missed. "45acpP90…..A.K.A Shawn from SoCal."
Ben moved to Portland and then moved back, so I hope you do too, Austin! Seriously, Knife Banter has been awesome and you're part of the reason why, man, best of luck!
No Austin!!!!!!!!!!!! Good luck man, you will be missed. I was visiting my daughter and her family in Springville last month and visited Blade HQ. Left with a waved Delica and Higonokami.
My Thursdays/Fridays are ruined RUINED I tell you!! Can we at least keep cowboy 🤠 Austin in the background even after he leaves? I need some bon bons 😢😭
yeah im subbing, this will be the only company, or storefront iv subbed i far far more appreciate hearing why i may or may not want something and alternatives. IE "if this isnt something youd like for x reason but you like this part of it, then heres something that keeps the parts you like but doesnt feature these parts you dont like
Saw all the knives and was about to close the webpage and something in the back of my mind said, "nah dude watch the last couple minutes. You have nothing else to do." So glad I did. Good look Austin!
How did you make me cry... Austin come back please nooooooo. But aside from that keep them prices low your the only peaple I but from . Blade hq 4 lyfe
the central avenue gunslinger just trying to make a guess here man. Dude never carried one now he does. Im sure its something different but food for thought none the less
Oh man, what a gut punch, but hey, best of luck though! Love the knife collection, you are living the dream many of us have. I just have lists of knives to buy, you got to buy them!! I would say, if you love balisongs, BRS Alpha Beasts are such great knives, I got the Infinity to be more of an EDC rotation knife more than a flipper, but the low handle play and awesome action make flipping it superb. Just sayin', that or a Rep., made by flippers for flippers. Unless of course you can get your hands on a HOM to Bas-r Cheers!!!
God, I love Benchmade, largely due to their quality and customer support. Other companies in all fields could learn a great deal from them. I've spent over $1500 on their knives, and have not been disappointed with a single purchase.
Awe man, I just got into the channel and am hooked now to find out you're leaving! If you haven't actually left yet it looks like your collection maybe needs an auto and a fixed blade or two. But good luck in whatever you're pursuing! Still in the knife business? Anyway these videos won't be the same but I'm sure they keep us entertained.
Dear Austin, I had the joy of meeting you at blade this year! You're awesome, the fans of bladehq will miss you. Good luck on your new start! I think you're missing a Brous blades Bionic I've owned mine for a around 3 years and it's amazing It may seem like just a flipper. But you can middle finger flick it with the groove. Great ergos, super light, awesome flipper. I can't say enough good stuff about the knife or Brous in general. I've owned 6 Brous blades lol.
I have many knife banter episodes on my phone so I can watch them anywhere And I just watched the first video from Austin and his purchased knifes while I saw that a new video with him is online ... hilarious
Guys, it's been a hell of a ride. Thank you so much for your constant support, and for allowing me to be a part of this channel and the Knife Banter series. It's been an unforgettable experience for me to be able to get to meet a lot of you around the country, sign your knife packages, and interact with you here in the comments. I am very lucky to have been in a position where I can just sit down once a week, talk about some knafs, and hear all your stories and feedback in response. It wouldn't be possible without you, the subscribers and fans. Thank you for an amazing year! Seeya guys ✌
-Austin Goetz
Blade HQ i was on your website when the notification came:) a fan from egypt 🇪🇬 ❤️
you should come back in a couple months and show an update to your collection!
Drag man the series was sweet.gl in your new adventure.
This made me sad, but I'll see you in another life, brother.
Just out of curiosity, whats the new opportunity if you don't mind me asking.
Bring him back in a year and check on his knife collection.
Its time!
It’s Sept 2019, where Austin?
How about now
still no?
Nooooooo I'll miss you Austin!!!! Who else will I live vicariously through?
Thank you Austin and Ben! We miss you both on knifebanter.
Totally bummed. I love this series, but I hope Oregon treats him well! Please keep the series going, I love seeing all the new knives and learning new things from this series!
Been collecting for 10 years! Stoppas, and started again in december 2018. Started by buying 6 knives......guess i am back In the game :)
Noooooooooo! Good luck buddy miss you
Is Austin going to make TH-cam videos at his new job?
Well that sucks going to miss you on here but good luck in the next chapter of your life
How are any of them gonna patina when you have 400 of them?
You will be missed Austin 👍
BudgetBugout where he goin
smokedjoweed probably working with Benchmade.
No he won't
Wow Ben just left the other day. And I happen to random watch Austin's last video today..... Hitting me in the feels huh blade Hq? Haha
Zack today
Same
Whoever edits your videos is hilarious lmao 😂😂😂
Jay Surage I caught that Halo 4 sample.
The Michael Scott no, No NO! at the end was good
You should let him keep his discount!
Corkey oy vey
Corkey I was thinking the same thing.
***I have an idea for future knife banter videos*** Continue the show but have a different Blade HQ employee or guest on the show every week. It would be cool to hear from other Blade HQ employees. I know all you guys at Blade HQ are into knives. I am sure everyone has some knives to show off or cool knives to talk about or an esoteric knife interest that they want to share.
Great idea!
hmmm time traveler?
2020 and you are correct
Do you just take your paychecks in knives then? Hehe
Natalie M right!? I can't work there because my paycheck wouldn't touch my hands lol
reznov hobbs same here
Natalie M I had a dream last week I worked at blade HQ and they paid me in knives, that meant I couldn't afford gas though so I had to walk to work.
Tristan Heath I think that's a pretty fair trade off lol
Natalie M I'd take that job
WHY IS HE LEAVING OH MY GOD IM GOING TO CRY
Fun watch. Good luck to you Austin
😢
Ben Petersen is 🤠 still there?
Ben Petersen
Should we replace Austin with Auston? #toosoon 😅
oMg SUBSCRIBED
Patric Gasmen not anymore
Bye Austin we will miss you
Damn that was two years ago just seem like it was yesterday 😢😢😢😢😢
Now Ben is also gone
Ummm Austin I love you dude! But also can I maybe snag your position on knife banter? You guys don't even have to pay me.
gets a prototype bugout from benchmade and is moving to Oregon🤔 lol whatever it is good luck!
Alex Paez Good catch. He could go Gerber, CRKT or Benchmade. Probably Benchmade.
Yeah... I think it's gonna be Benchmade... which is cool bcoz he can give some interesting ideas that we can see in the future benchmade products? Sounds interesting.
It sucks to watch these videos two years later and realize you missed out on such a cool dude. Hopefully Austin is doing really well wherever he is 🤜🏽🤛🏽
Both of them were now gone in the show. But life goes on, legend says they have a shrine for blades
NO YOU CANT LEAVE I NEED YOU
Really gonna miss Austin loved watching him and Ben banter about knives and see his collection grow
Maybe he will pull a Ben and magically reappear after a while lol
Why does everyone bounce from bladehq so fast? Your turnover is ridiculous. You must pay shit... That's the only thing I can think that would suck about working at a knife mega suppliers. It's can't be that hard to pull and ship orders, it can't be a long hour ass kicking job, there has to be enough stuff to keep someone interested and enjoying the job, what could chase people off so fast other than shit wages?
Aww man! Austin, boo
Always enjoyed these videos so i'm sad to see you go but best of luck to you buddy and congratulations on a new opportunity.
NOOOOOO!!!!! Austin can't leave! I need somone to compare my personal knife addiction to.
Damn and I was hoping for a part 3. Good luck Austin 👍 keep walking...... And walking........😂
NOOOOOOO!!!!!!!! This ending between Ben (and bladehq) and Austin is worse than Cap leaving the Avengers 😭😭
Please bring back Austin...
You must be PUMPED that you don't have to listen to that Dufus say " whaaaaaaaaaat iiiiissssss up guys"
Me watching this again to see Austin's face. I see Ben's often, but it's still great to see it in the old videos
Good luck Austin! What a pity you are leaving.
All the best.
See ya!
Austin F@$K you for leaving! Just kidding, all the best man thanks for all the great knife recommendations and humor, best of luck at your new job!
Just use the cutout cowboy Austin and keep going like its normal.
Everyone wins.
Wow good luck I was shocked but happy for you, it will not be the same the two of you make this one of my favorite videos on TH-cam.
your leaving? 😲😲😲😲😲😲😲😲😲😲😲😲😲😲NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!😲😲😲😲☹
You should get a Kershaw Damascus Skyline with titanium scales before you go. This will be my EDC soon.
Austin was such a great addition to BladeHQ. We will miss you. Best of luck in Portland.
What is up man! You're leaving? Today I received my box of goods and you signed a blank label "have a knife day" -Austin. I thought that was awesome.
Thanks for the cool videos and hope to see you pop up somewhere cool.
Wow. I am deeply saddened by Austin's departure. Oregon owes us big time. Any chance we can pick up Hayley from Worksharp in trade?! That could soften the blow a little.
Austin, nooooo! I'm definitely sad you won't be part of the channel anymore, but I wish you luck in all your future endeavors. I've really enjoyed watching how you and Ben interact and I'm hoping they can find someone to fill your shoes. Good luck in Portland. Bring an umbrella. Any chance of doing occasional episodes remotely?
I have many many blade hq orders in recent history but fell out of it recently in exchange for fishing. This video has reignited the flame! Austin, you will honestly be missed! Good luck in Portland bro
That blows. Y'all have a good dynamic. Enjoyed it while it lasted.
You guys have to fly him out from time to time for the show, he can't be gone for good...
I'm like legitimately gonna miss Austin
good luck Austin, go spread them cheeks for playgirl magazine. Thanks bladehq for making these videos
You've been an amazing part of my knife obsession! Thank you so much and good luck!
You going to Gerber? Dude it's not going to be as funny
I feel your pain Austin. If i worked where you do, I'd be living off of coffee in the break room and sleeping at my desk because I'd be so broke!
I wish BRS made a Bali with a spring latch.
Austin! You have been great on the show man! Keep being awesome and goodluck to you!
Just got into knives, watched every knife banter episode and now he is leaving - thanks anyways!
Bruh, YT algo going crazy
Austin, glad you are stepping up in your life.... have fun in a Portland!
Austin needs to make his own youtube channel
10/10 would suscribe
Sorry to see you go Austin. I really enjoyed Knife Banter with you and Ben. But, I'm happy for you if your moving into a new, "happier" chapter in your life. Best of luck Austin. You will be missed. "45acpP90…..A.K.A Shawn from SoCal."
Through whom will we vicariously buy the coolest knives?
Ben moved to Portland and then moved back, so I hope you do too, Austin! Seriously, Knife Banter has been awesome and you're part of the reason why, man, best of luck!
Oh so that’s what happened to him:(
Aw, austin, we'll miss you. You checked out the viper dan knives yet? If you're looking for traditional/sort of front flipper they're pretty rad.
I'll miss Austin's knife enthusiasm. Sincerity has made these banters genuine. Thank you for sharing your collection!
No Austin!!!!!!!!!!!! Good luck man, you will be missed. I was visiting my daughter and her family in Springville last month and visited Blade HQ. Left with a waved Delica and Higonokami.
My Thursdays/Fridays are ruined RUINED I tell you!! Can we at least keep cowboy 🤠 Austin in the background even after he leaves? I need some bon bons 😢😭
I dont think ive gotten this misty eyed since the undertaker left wwe.
yeah im subbing, this will be the only company, or storefront iv subbed
i far far more appreciate hearing why i may or may not want something and alternatives.
IE "if this isnt something youd like for x reason but you like this part of it, then heres something that keeps the parts you like but doesnt feature these parts you dont like
Saw all the knives and was about to close the webpage and something in the back of my mind said, "nah dude watch the last couple minutes. You have nothing else to do." So glad I did. Good look Austin!
3:08 the thin guy mumbles 😂😂😂
How did you make me cry... Austin come back please nooooooo. But aside from that keep them prices low your the only peaple I but from . Blade hq 4 lyfe
Just started watching 4 months ago and I enjoyed austin!! Cool guy, give him a bladehq exclusivr knife for free!
Shit 30k a year id leave too lol
I just found you guys and now......gone. Good luck Austin in your new endeavor. I'll still be watching.
Take care of you Austin, I loved your vids here!
He just bought a leatherman, moving to portland, leatherman is based in portland........
So are most of the knives on that table lol
the central avenue gunslinger just trying to make a guess here man. Dude never carried one now he does. Im sure its something different but food for thought none the less
Austin, love ya bro. All the Knife Banter episodes have been awesome and I hope that more opportunities arise for you man!!!:D Good luck out there!
Oh man, what a gut punch, but hey, best of luck though!
Love the knife collection, you are living the dream many of us have. I just have lists of knives to buy, you got to buy them!!
I would say, if you love balisongs, BRS Alpha Beasts are such great knives, I got the Infinity to be more of an EDC rotation knife more than a flipper, but the low handle play and awesome action make flipping it superb. Just sayin', that or a Rep., made by flippers for flippers. Unless of course you can get your hands on a HOM to Bas-r
Cheers!!!
Say it ain't so! Knife Banter won't be the same without Austin. Good luck in your new digs!
God, I love Benchmade, largely due to their quality and customer support. Other companies in all fields could learn a great deal from them. I've spent over $1500 on their knives, and have not been disappointed with a single purchase.
So that's the small batum? Is there a large batum? Is it called the master batum?
No Austin! Gonna miss you and good luck in portland
Austin, you helped me get into my own knife addiction. It's been great watching Knife Banter with you, and all your knives.
Great success in Portland
Take care Austin !!!
(You'll be back)
HUH!? OH!... I ... said.......
Don't forget ...to... Pack???
..........uh, later yo.
I'll miss you daddy Austin
I got the last sequel ever. I saw it was in stock and thought it was a mistake. I bought it so fast. Thanks BHQ
I really hope they do an orange para 3 with a black blade....
good luck to you Austin , sorry to see ya go . Good news is you'll probably save yourself a good deal of money not working there.
Awe man, I just got into the channel and am hooked now to find out you're leaving! If you haven't actually left yet it looks like your collection maybe needs an auto and a fixed blade or two. But good luck in whatever you're pursuing! Still in the knife business? Anyway these videos won't be the same but I'm sure they keep us entertained.
Good luck Austin! Will definitely miss you from knife banter. Flytanium BM51 is definitely the best knife you got there... Love mine.
Best luck Austin...great collection you will be missed. Love the bromance you two have lol
Seriously...Damn you guys are such a lift up from the day to day grind. I hope you could do a Skype knife banter or something.
When he comes back to Utah, he'll have a long beard and a man-bun. Friends don't let friends move to Portland.
Dear Austin,
I had the joy of meeting you at blade this year! You're awesome, the fans of bladehq will miss you.
Good luck on your new start!
I think you're missing a Brous blades Bionic I've owned mine for a around 3 years and it's amazing
It may seem like just a flipper. But you can middle finger flick it with the groove. Great ergos, super light, awesome flipper. I can't say enough good stuff about the knife or Brous in general. I've owned 6 Brous blades lol.
Portland.... So.... Gerber, Benchmade, CRKT, Kershaw or Leatherman? LOL, I'm guessing Benchmade from the video, and how a Benchmade was his favorite.
Well that's really cool of Blade HQ as a company to value their employees like that. Congrats Austin! Knife banter must go on!
Noooo! Dang, loved watching these knife vids with the two of you. Well, best of luck to you Austin.
NO NO NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
I have many knife banter episodes on my phone so I can watch them anywhere And I just watched the first video from Austin and his purchased knifes while I saw that a new video with him is online ... hilarious