is the Custom figure movement killing traditional EF/MF

[Reginald Rutledge]

Jay and I always use to talk about Dirk. That's who he admire. But Jay was definitely in a class (and still is) by himself.

I love being around Jay because he is as unselfish of a person and customizer that there is. He sees something special in what others may think is junk.

If it was not for Jay, I probably would have stopped customizing because we'd talk a lot about ideas. He had great ideas and was always willing to share.

Guys will get a chance to see Jay at the SWB and I hope they don't take it for granted. Craftsmen like him are few and far between.

Reg