Dapper Dane Forge

03/20/2025

03/18/2025

06/28/2023

Another razor sharp, super sleek chef knife out the door!

11/12/2020

Hey guys! this is your friendly reminder that Christmas is only 43 days away! Well, less than that really... less 6 weeks and 16hrs away....

If you're looking for a one of a kind, custom hand made item to stuff into someone's stocking this year, it's time to pull the trigger! Let me know if I can help.. If I can't, I'm almost positive I can point you in the direction of someone who can!

How about we not let Jeff Bezos win this year... let's help fill the coffers of those we love!

11/10/2020

Has anybody ever told you how much they truly appreciate your business?

For us, it’s not really about the money, Though it’s a necessary and much appreciated appurtenance. It’s seeing the smile on your face as you walk away from the booth knowing that the one of a kind item you’re taking with you is going to make someone very happy. It’s knowing that someday, somewhere someone is going to pick it up and ask where it came from. It’s knowing that I was a pleasant part of someone’s life if only for a brief moment. It’s getting to be a part of the story even if you can’t remember my name! I can’t begin to tell you how good it feels to move a piece of artwork off the table! Jeff Bezos doesn’t feel that way.. Dr Dre doesn’t care whose headphones you use.. The CEO’s at your big box stores won’t care to know your name when their systems get hacked and they have to send you that settlement..

Truth be told, there’s no better return on your investment than to support small businesses and support makers... Think of it this way! Your purchase, this Christmas, may make the difference between a new pair of shoes and a new bicycle for some kid out there! At the very least, it’ll bring a tear of joy and a deep feeling of gratitude to somebody else... That’s 2 gifts for the price of one!
That’s not just a deal! That’s a really of a deal!

So, I’m going to do my best to support local makers and small businesses this Christmas, and I hope that you choose to do the same!

I’m just one of many... leave links below in the comments to help people find others! I’m thankful for Jeff Bezos and his legacy, but I’m not gonna give him any more money than I absolutely have to...

10/26/2020

Hot off the bench! This little beauty is razor sharp and ready to cut some stuff... went for a different approach leaving a polished forged finish all the way down the blade.... I kinda like the result! Might be a one time thing, might not.... either way, it can be yours today! $125 shipped!!
In reference to the piano post..... If I can move this little guy, that’s half the way to getting the keyboard regulated! Or a string and a half closer to awesome! 😁

10/22/2020

Here you have it, folks!
Part 1 of the piano restoration campaign!

Official Dapper Dane leather coasters: $15 a set!

Custom, laser engraved leather coasters: starting at $25 a set!

6 coasters per...

10/22/2020

WARNING: Sales pitch/fundraising campaign

So... After years of searching, I finally stumbled across the deal of a lifetime on a piano! This is a Yamaha MX100ii with Disklavier player system... snagged it up for pennies earlier this year! It plays wonderfully, but is missing some bass strings, needs new felt, and could use an overall tuneup to get it back in tip top shape. I’m looking to get it completely restored. It’s gonna take a few Benjamins (strings alone are about $70 a pop and I’ve got to replace 10 of em)...

In effort to raise the appropriate funds, I’m looking to move some merchandise. I’ve got knives I’ll be posting in the next couple days, as well as leather goods.. coasters, wallets, etc... keep your eyes peeled for flash sales and bundled opportunities as well!

10/21/2020

Finally made the trek down to Lakeland to pick up my birthday/Christmas/“you’ve worked hard for this” present to myself! It’s been a long time coming, and I’m so thankful for each and everyone of my friends and family members who’ve gone out of their way to support these endeavors. I couldn’t do it without ya!

Thanks to you guys, I’ve been able to purchase every piece of equipment, So far, without putting anything on credit or dipping into savings, and that’s a blessing beyond measure! This stuff’s not cheap, but it’s essential to providing a quality product that will last a lifetime!