Episode 585 of The Knife Junkie Podcast welcomes back Rolando Estocada, a lifelong Filipino martial arts practitioner and passionate knife collector.
In this follow-up to their February 2025 conversation, host Bob DeMarco and Rolando dive deeper into Rolando's impressive knife collection and his unique "philosophy of use" that guides his collecting choices.
The episode explores:
- Rolando's journey from impulse buying to purposeful collecting.
- The superior design elements of Bill Bagwell's Bowie knives.
- His appreciation for American knife classics like Randall Knives and Buck 110s.
- How Japanese martial arts training influenced his knife perspective.
- Upcoming projects analyzing tactical vs. utilitarian designs.
Whether you're a knife collector, martial artist, or simply appreciate fine craftsmanship, this conversation offers fascinating insights into how blade design connects to practical application.
Find Rolando Estocada on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/rolandoestocada and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@RolandoEstocada.
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