Thread: Mini-Meet in Rochester - Feb 27

Hello folks,

As all of you know, I love meets and meeting other members. I think meeting people in person, sharing gear and learning together is fantastic, and it should happen more often. That is why I'm bouncing around the idea of having little mini-meets. I'm envisioning frequent (maybe once a month?) little meets where we just hang out and do whatever people want to do. This came to my mind because I've recently been in contact with a bunch of new guys in the Rochester area who have expressed an interest in hones and learning to hone. So, I'm going to throw this out and see what happens.

I'm going to hold a mini-meet at my place in the city of Rochester Saturday, February 27 from 2 PM till whenever people decide they've had enough. I'm thinking a little meet and greet, show & tell, hones & honing, and we'll take it from there. Basic cleaning is also an option; I have MAAS and synthetic steel wool which can make a very effective starter kit. My bathroom is tiny, but anyone who comes is welcome to shave too; maybe test a freshly honed blade?

Some things to note. My place is pretty small, but we'll see who wants to come and go from there. We can work out food when we have an idea of who's coming; Salvatore's, India House, and Shiki (awesome sushi) are within walking distance. I like to keep my place shoe free (especially if there is snow), but I'm not insane about it. No smoking in the house, unless you are smoking a pipe. If you come in just a T-shirt, you will be cold, unless you're one of those people that never wears a jacket.

Hopefully a couple people will come and we can turn this into a regular thing. If not, no biggie; I'll be here regardless.

Aw, Dylan, in reading the title, I got my hopes up and thought you meant Rochester, MN.

I hope you all have a great time, just the same!

Chris L

Maybe we could start a "Rochester World Tour" - next stop MN. I'll keep you posted...

I'm not interested in hones and honing, but I'm interested in good alcohol, which can solve the t-shirt problem too
Driving 2 hours + drinking 2 hours + sobering up 2 hours + driving 2 hours = an honest day of drinking

I'm sure at some point I'll show up with booze, but most likely it won't be feb 27

You're welcome any time, Ivan, and I know how you like to play with buffers...

i'm 90% sure i can make it. the boker u honed for me is great.

If I don't have to work that day Joed and I will be there

I'm all for the world tour. Rochester MN is 45 min from me.... your house is a bit far.


Great idea, though!

sounds great ,awesome, count me in just shoot me some directions to your place like a week before so i dont forget.

Hey Dylan. I'll be there. Can I bring anything? If you need any help let me know.