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“I Was Sitting in My Truck, Ready to END IT..." | How Making Knives Saved Me w/ Dustin Hill
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In this powerful episode of the VinnyRoc Podcast, Vincent "Rocco" Vargas sits down with Dustin Burkett, a former law enforcement officer turned custom gun grip artist and founder of Burkett Customs. Dustin Hill opens up about his 20-year career in law enforcement, his battle with PTSD, and the life-changing impact of the Warrior PATHH program through Boulder Crest.
He shares how forging unique custom grips from rare and meaningful materials—like wooly mammoth tooth, meteorite, and even samurai armor—became both his business and his therapy. From addiction and suicidal thoughts to finding peace and purpose in craftsmanship and fatherhood, Dustin’s story is one of raw vulnerability, redemption, and resilience.
This is a must-watch conversation for first responders, veterans, and anyone navigating the mental health challenges of service and life after.
Guest:
Dustin Burkett
Website: https://www.burkettcustoms.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burkettcustoms/
Resources Mentioned:
https://bouldercrest.org/program/warrior-pathh/
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