I bought a dovetail saw and a sash saw of his maybe five or six years ago. I thought about picking up one or two others from him, but the wait times kept increasing every time I checked back (rightfully so, as he did beautiful work). The last time I looked at his site I saw that he had shut down production because of his health issues, but I just sort of naturally assumed that he would recover and maybe be back to with within a few years. The only words I exchanged with the man were asking about the wait time for my order, and then letting him know that they were beautiful pieces when I finally got them, but this still hit me pretty hard. I don't know that any of his family will see this comment, and I know it won't make the loss any easier, but he was truly a special man whose impact in the woodworking community will be felt for a long, long time.
This really hits home for me. My wife is in hospital languishing with cancer. I had to go home and sleep and care for the animals, her pride and joy. While failing at the sleep part of that I came across your video. I appreciate you highlighting this patriot, remembering great people like Erik is important.
I met Eric and his wife at Sam Beauford wood festival they had a booth with saw samples. I did end up buying a dovetail and bench saws from him. He was a nice guy and family man gone to soon.
Great one Rex, Eric’s passing was a tragedy. It did show many of us just how great the woodworking community can be though. People came together to help his family in a way not often seen in this world anymore. Eric will not be forgotten.
Eric was wonderful, but so are you. In addition to woodworking teaching and tips, you are brilliant at sharing historical and cultural contexts. Feeling grateful...
My brother died of cancer more than likely from the toxic exposure if chemicals used by the Marines. He gave me a copy of enders game and a football that I still have and forever cherish.
I was able to get one of his legacy saws. My first real dovetail saw its quite amazing how much better it is than a Japanese saw or even the veritas saws
I've been watching your videos for a little while now, but this short made me subscribe. I deeply respect that you took time to spotlight Erik and his life.
So sorry to have heard about Eric’s passing. I bought his wonderful dovetail saw a few years ago, and now like you Rex, I will pause and think of him every time I pick up the saw. Life goes on.
I bought a saw from Eric about 3 years ago, as a gift to myself upon my retirement from the military. The saw is a pleasure to use. I was saddened to hear about his passing.
I have his personal LN dovetail saw, It sits proudly in my saw till. Also have his postcard and quote on my fridge: “Craftsmanship names and enduring, basic human impulse, the desire to do a job well for its own sake” RIP, and indeed will not be forgotten
I have a really great saw Eric made and he reached out to me about how I wanted him to sharpen it. Every time I use it I think about him and I'm always really inspired by how he built a business with purpose.
I bought a FTW saw a few years ago. I try to buy American and his saw was the perfect answer to my quest. I also read his story and was proud to own his dovetail saw. I wonder what else he might have achieved if his time had not been so short. Rest in peace.
Seeing Jon Stewart trying to get justice for those exposed to burn pits before a Congress that does fuck all... They should be doing SO much more for veterans than they currently are.😓 Sadly, for most politicians on both sides they're nothing but props and campaign talking points and false promises.🤬
Yeah. It took 20 years to get a bill passed during this administration to help vets exposed to toxic smoke. Only because the presidents son died from this exact same way too. Sad as fuck how i have seen my friends pass away not only infront of my eyes but all around me for years afterwards. I wish nothing more than having never signed up.
Look at the voting records. All 11 senators voting against the bill when it passed are Republican. The entire opposition of this bill was from Republicans. Look at the voting records for anything that helps people instead of corporations and you'll see a trend Both sides are absolutely not the same and it's time people stopped repeating that lie.
@@woodworkingandepoxy643 As a current analyst, that is simply not true. The man is clearly an incompetent and cognitively impaired, selfish asshole. However, border policy has only gotten tighter during this term. You are able look this up. It is verifiable, and the reason why it still isnt good enough, is because the chamber of commerce craves cheap disposable labor. Immigrants are being thrown to the wolves just like politicians did with me and my friends. Fight the right problems, not some family trying to save their life.
I own a custom 5 saw set he built me dovetail, carcass, tenon, bench top, and halfback. I think of him and our phone conversations every time I’m in the shop. They don’t each get used everyday and sometimes I turn to a different saw L-N or PAX depending on the specific need and how the saws are set up, but just the sight of them reminds me of how kind, honest, and poised he always was with me. I knew his last operations officer pretty well as we had both worked together in other units concerning some of the same matters; he said of Erik that he was a stellar Marine and a fine man. My time spent with him after we had both left the Corps behind us was enjoyable and therapeutic at once. We both live is areas where there are nearly no Marines and it was always uplifting to share some time with someone who spoke the same language and held the same understanding of men, the nation, and the world as it actually is; not what the powers want people to believe it is. Thanks Rex for the kind words 🫡
Erik, we as a country and as vets are fighting to get at least some semblence of justice for those who were exposed to deadly chemicals and burn pits in post 9/11 service, as well as vietnam and the gulf war. Its gonna be a long fight to get everybody the help they need. I wish Erik's family the best, and would ask everybody to be vocal about support for the PACT act, as it'll help countless veterans live a long and happy life after what theyve sacrificed.
I also have a Florip dovetail saw, but hadn't heard. Very sad. His daughter happens to be about the same age as mine, I hope she is okay (as okay as one can be, at least.)
Protected our country, and then protected the craft, sounds like the definition of the kind of man this country needs, I hope this reaches far and touches the who will be inspired to do the same
I didn't know he had succumbed to his illness. RIP Eric. IIRC, he hated red oak. 😊. Always wanted one of his saws. I knew where you were heading with this short. 😢
Sorry to hear about this. He was so young and yet had a very aggressive cancer like what so many young people are getting, which are complete statistical anomalies. We need to bring more awareness to the cause of this, which most of you already know. In any event, this was a super tribute to this very fine craftsman. May he rest in peace.
I just finished riding 600+ miles across NY to raise cancer research funds for Roswell Park. We have to bring this terrible disease to an end. RIP Eric.
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He was just 3 years younger than me. We’re not on this planet forever. My whole life I yearned to produce so when I am gone my productions are a legacy. Just be careful whom you produce things for as my mom passed when she was the same age as Erik and because she worked in secret, nobody has anything of hers.
@@leehaelters6182 The illegal use of chemical weapons has been reported by whistleblowers white-phosphorus being one that can cause problems, even to personnel handling it, if they breath in the fumes. And ignoring that the chance that an american was directly involved or was silent about a person he knew that commited a war crime in his batallion is high considering all the instances that went unreported
I don't know how Rex knows, but I talked to Erik about a year ago. He was stationed overseas in Afghanistan on a base that was adjacent to an Afghan landfill. It is common practice for them to burn the trash - no matter what is in it. The smoke was black and acrid, and Erik and his comrades were "down-winders" of constant exposure to that. Erik indicated that he felt that was the root of his cancer. Hard to tell, but it's plausible.
They inject those soldiers with all kinds of crap before sending them off, and the depleted plutonium rounds they used to sterilize the local populations there weren't helpful either.
I bought a dovetail saw and a sash saw of his maybe five or six years ago. I thought about picking up one or two others from him, but the wait times kept increasing every time I checked back (rightfully so, as he did beautiful work). The last time I looked at his site I saw that he had shut down production because of his health issues, but I just sort of naturally assumed that he would recover and maybe be back to with within a few years. The only words I exchanged with the man were asking about the wait time for my order, and then letting him know that they were beautiful pieces when I finally got them, but this still hit me pretty hard. I don't know that any of his family will see this comment, and I know it won't make the loss any easier, but he was truly a special man whose impact in the woodworking community will be felt for a long, long time.
This really hits home for me. My wife is in hospital languishing with cancer. I had to go home and sleep and care for the animals, her pride and joy. While failing at the sleep part of that I came across your video. I appreciate you highlighting this patriot, remembering great people like Erik is important.
What a wonderful legacy!
Rest in peace Eric.
...I've never had a short bring a tear to my eye.
Fly high, Eric.
Me too. Makes us think about our own mortality, and about leaving something of value for when we will leave this life.
I met Eric and his wife at Sam Beauford wood festival they had a booth with saw samples. I did end up buying a dovetail and bench saws from him. He was a nice guy and family man gone to soon.
Great one Rex, Eric’s passing was a tragedy. It did show many of us just how great the woodworking community can be though. People came together to help his family in a way not often seen in this world anymore. Eric will not be forgotten.
Eric was wonderful, but so are you. In addition to woodworking teaching and tips, you are brilliant at sharing historical and cultural contexts. Feeling grateful...
What great tribute, Rex!
Thank you Erik, rest in paradise 🇺🇸
My brother died of cancer more than likely from the toxic exposure if chemicals used by the Marines. He gave me a copy of enders game and a football that I still have and forever cherish.
I was able to get one of his legacy saws. My first real dovetail saw its quite amazing how much better it is than a Japanese saw or even the veritas saws
Wow. I was not prepared for how emotional this would be. I'm a former Marine, and it warms my heart to hear the legacy he left behind.
Respect to Mr Florip and his family. Be well, and blessed by Father.
Damn, thats quite a story. Would love to see a full length video giving more detail to his story & tools
I've been watching your videos for a little while now, but this short made me subscribe. I deeply respect that you took time to spotlight Erik and his life.
So sorry to have heard about Eric’s passing. I bought his wonderful dovetail saw a few years ago, and now like you Rex, I will pause and think of him every time I pick up the saw. Life goes on.
Such a touching tribute, rest in peace
I love that you make this video sharing his name and accomplishments to other wood workers❤
I bought a saw from Eric about 3 years ago, as a gift to myself upon my retirement from the military. The saw is a pleasure to use. I was saddened to hear about his passing.
Same with tools from my dad and both grandfathers. Each one fills me with memories. Sorry to hear about Eric. A saw to be treasured for sure.
Beautiful tribute, Rex!
I have his personal LN dovetail saw, It sits proudly in my saw till. Also have his postcard and quote on my fridge: “Craftsmanship names and enduring, basic human impulse, the desire to do a job well for its own sake”
RIP, and indeed will not be forgotten
I have a really great saw Eric made and he reached out to me about how I wanted him to sharpen it. Every time I use it I think about him and I'm always really inspired by how he built a business with purpose.
The military values people just prior to enlistment.
And not at all after leaving service
R I.P. Erik.
As Warrior-Craftsman at the Valhalla, your skills are not forgotten...
I bought a FTW saw a few years ago. I try to buy American and his saw was the perfect answer to my quest. I also read his story and was proud to own his dovetail saw. I wonder what else he might have achieved if his time had not been so short. Rest in peace.
Oh man, what a hero… Rex, thank you for honoring so beautifully Erik’s legacy…
Seeing Jon Stewart trying to get justice for those exposed to burn pits before a Congress that does fuck all... They should be doing SO much more for veterans than they currently are.😓
Sadly, for most politicians on both sides they're nothing but props and campaign talking points and false promises.🤬
Yeah. It took 20 years to get a bill passed during this administration to help vets exposed to toxic smoke. Only because the presidents son died from this exact same way too. Sad as fuck how i have seen my friends pass away not only infront of my eyes but all around me for years afterwards. I wish nothing more than having never signed up.
Look at the voting records. All 11 senators voting against the bill when it passed are Republican. The entire opposition of this bill was from Republicans. Look at the voting records for anything that helps people instead of corporations and you'll see a trend
Both sides are absolutely not the same and it's time people stopped repeating that lie.
@@christianhviid2167it's sad that he can do that but his border policies sees so many veterans homeless while illegals get put up in hotels
@@woodworkingandepoxy643 As a current analyst, that is simply not true. The man is clearly an incompetent and cognitively impaired, selfish asshole. However, border policy has only gotten tighter during this term. You are able look this up. It is verifiable, and the reason why it still isnt good enough, is because the chamber of commerce craves cheap disposable labor. Immigrants are being thrown to the wolves just like politicians did with me and my friends. Fight the right problems, not some family trying to save their life.
Thank you Rex for sharing this, words cannot convey how I feel.
Oh, damn... R.I.P. Eric. 😔
All my respects and condolences to the family...
Rest in peace Eric we all thank you for your service
Oh this was great. I think about Eric and his wonderful family every time I use his saw.
Eric was born 2 months before me. Wow
This was the best ride of a video I have seen. Wasn’t sure how it was gonna end but man you delivered!😊
I have one of his bench top saws and I absolutely love it and am blessed to have it.
Thank you. I was all excited to buy a saw from a fellow vet. I am sorry he is already gone. Enjoy using it. Think of him
Thanks for honouring a remarkable man, Rex.
I own a custom 5 saw set he built me dovetail, carcass, tenon, bench top, and halfback. I think of him and our phone conversations every time I’m in the shop. They don’t each get used everyday and sometimes I turn to a different saw L-N or PAX depending on the specific need and how the saws are set up, but just the sight of them reminds me of how kind, honest, and poised he always was with me. I knew his last operations officer pretty well as we had both worked together in other units concerning some of the same matters; he said of Erik that he was a stellar Marine and a fine man. My time spent with him after we had both left the Corps behind us was enjoyable and therapeutic at once. We both live is areas where there are nearly no Marines and it was always uplifting to share some time with someone who spoke the same language and held the same understanding of men, the nation, and the world as it actually is; not what the powers want people to believe it is. Thanks Rex for the kind words 🫡
That thing looks like it was made for your hand. I definitely want one
Erik, we as a country and as vets are fighting to get at least some semblence of justice for those who were exposed to deadly chemicals and burn pits in post 9/11 service, as well as vietnam and the gulf war. Its gonna be a long fight to get everybody the help they need. I wish Erik's family the best, and would ask everybody to be vocal about support for the PACT act, as it'll help countless veterans live a long and happy life after what theyve sacrificed.
Thank you for your sawvice.
I also have a Florip dovetail saw, but hadn't heard. Very sad. His daughter happens to be about the same age as mine, I hope she is okay (as okay as one can be, at least.)
Protected our country, and then protected the craft, sounds like the definition of the kind of man this country needs, I hope this reaches far and touches the who will be inspired to do the same
Reminds me of a bone saw.
Rest in Peace, Hero! ❤
I didn't know he had succumbed to his illness. RIP Eric. IIRC, he hated red oak. 😊. Always wanted one of his saws. I knew where you were heading with this short. 😢
I felt this on a whole other level. Very touching Mr rex
Rest in peace thank you for your service sir. I do this with all my old hand made tools
You're a good man, Rex, and it sounds like Eric was too.
Best episode of all time! Way to go.
Sorry to hear about this. He was so young and yet had a very aggressive cancer like what so many young people are getting, which are complete statistical anomalies. We need to bring more awareness to the cause of this, which most of you already know. In any event, this was a super tribute to this very fine craftsman. May he rest in peace.
Amen, brother.
Truer words were never spoken than a woodworker saying $130 is like free
RIP Eric
Rest in peace Eric
Thanks for sharing that.
Awesome call out to a hero Rex!!
Outstanding, Rex. This is your finest work.
Rest in Peace Eric.
Tragic. Just tragic. 😢
I have one of his dovetail saws.
Rex do you know how many saws he was able to make? It is the kind of thing that will be remembered for decades.
I just finished riding 600+ miles across NY to raise cancer research funds for Roswell Park. We have to bring this terrible disease to an end. RIP Eric.
I accidentally felt asleep while watching this short (it was 3:40 am) and I woke up hearing you talking about some saw 😭😭😭
$130 is expensive for a small saw, but it’s cheap for a really good, hand-made saw. Toll nerds and carpenters will understand this.
Never thought of craftmanship as leaving a legacy behind!
If we're lucky, our work (whatever that work happens to be) survives us and is well-regarded.
Toxic exposures 😢infuriating and sad to hear 😢our veterans deserve better ❤
Great video
The only real way to respect our military is to STOP sending them into stupid battles.
And to STOP exposing our military to toxic substances.
Not the place to have that conversation.
@@B_COOPERthis is the internet. Welcome!
Not the place to talk about making the world a better place.
Thoughts, prayers, reverence, etc only allowed.
/s
@@B_COOPER please post you internet inspector credentials with a copy of any related accreditation making you the authority on "time and place" issues., Thanks
That was an amazing tribute to an American hero. Thank you for sharing that Rex… it was very touching. 🫡
May he rest in peace, well done soldier rest easy
God’s good rest, gyrene.
Semper Fi Eric..
Nice tribute, whish I had met him
What a legend!
🤙🏼 Mahalo nui loa Eric 🤙🏼
That is INCREDIBLE
RIP
That’s beautiful!
He was just 3 years younger than me. We’re not on this planet forever. My whole life I yearned to produce so when I am gone my productions are a legacy. Just be careful whom you produce things for as my mom passed when she was the same age as Erik and because she worked in secret, nobody has anything of hers.
Hear, hear!
I always thought they were “flow-rip” saws 😬
I have a pair of florip backs that Im pworking on turning into the best saws I can make
I bought mine in 2020.. Will never sell it
RIP
I wondered what happened to him. We used to talk on ig
So young. Damn shame.
Is this the same guy that makes the steaks?
Amen
❤
Burn pit exposure?
Can these still be found?
"served your country" is an odd way of saying killing innocents overseas for the sake of oil companies
In Afghanistan?
Same birthday but '09
DU? Poisoned by his munition? What was the cause?
$130?!?!?!? I got one for $1 what are you on?!?!?!?
toxic exposure, oh you know he was involved in war crimes
Explain that, will you?
@@leehaelters6182 The illegal use of chemical weapons has been reported by whistleblowers white-phosphorus being one that can cause problems, even to personnel handling it, if they breath in the fumes.
And ignoring that the chance that an american was directly involved or was silent about a person he knew that commited a war crime in his batallion is high considering all the instances that went unreported
I think Marx would like this video
Military praising is cringy af
He certainly served the opium dealers abroad and at home. Lol
How do you know what caused his cancer?
I don't know how Rex knows, but I talked to Erik about a year ago. He was stationed overseas in Afghanistan on a base that was adjacent to an Afghan landfill. It is common practice for them to burn the trash - no matter what is in it. The smoke was black and acrid, and Erik and his comrades were "down-winders" of constant exposure to that. Erik indicated that he felt that was the root of his cancer. Hard to tell, but it's plausible.
They inject those soldiers with all kinds of crap before sending them off, and the depleted plutonium rounds they used to sterilize the local populations there weren't helpful either.
You're a great teacher. But imagine if someone who got their family members killed by this guy or his comrades is watching.