BLADE's Best Custom Knives
BLADE's Best Custom Knives

Author: Blade Editors

Publisher: F+W Media, Inc.

Published: 2014-02-15

Total Pages: 70

ISBN-13: 1440242089

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This collection of articles marks the 40th anniversary of BLADE. Part one covers the years 1973-1988; part two, 1989-2000; and part three, 2001-2012.

The Razor Edge Book of Sharpening
The Razor Edge Book of Sharpening

Author: John Juranitch

Publisher:

Published: 1985

Total Pages: 143

ISBN-13: 9780966605907

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History's first technical book ever written on the subject of sharpening. THE RAZOR EDGE BOOK OF SHARPENING by John Juranitch is the result of over 30 years of dedicated research and study on the subject of cutting edges. Prior to the publication of his book there was virtually no written information available about sharpening. THE RAZOR EDGE BOOK OF SHARPENING dispels old wives tales, and covers topics such as sharpening stones, proper angles, sharpening axes, fishooks, chainsaws and much more.

Custom Knifemaking
Custom Knifemaking

Author: Tim McCreight

Publisher: Stackpole Books

Published: 1985

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13: 9780811721752

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Ten projects will teach beginners how to cut, shape, heat, treat, and finish a knife.

Knife Engineering
Knife Engineering

Author: Larrin Thomas

Publisher:

Published: 2020-07-16

Total Pages: 282

ISBN-13: 9781087902159

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An in-depth exploration of the effects of different steels, heat treatments, and edge geometries on knife performance. This book provides ratings for toughness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance for all of the popular knife steels. Micrographs of over 50 steels. Specific recommended heat treatments for each steel. And answers to questions like: 1) Does a thinner or thicker edge last longer? 2) What heat treatment leads to the best performance? 3) Are there performance benefits to forging blades? 4) Should I use stainless or carbon steel? All of these questions and more are answered by a metallurgist who grew up around the knife industry.

Blade's Guide to Knives & Their Values
Blade's Guide to Knives & Their Values

Author: Steve Shackleford

Publisher: Krause Publications

Published: 2005-10-12

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780873499132

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Simply, the definitive identification and price guide for collectible cutlery from around the world! Book jacket.

Next Level Knifemaking
Next Level Knifemaking

Author: Jason Fry

Publisher:

Published: 2021-01-15

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13: 9781732193024

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Next Level Knifemaking is a collection of essays written by 17 industry experts that cover a range of topics that both novice and expert alike will benefit from when asking the question, "What can I do to take myself to the next level?" With chapters on art, heat treating, selecting machinery, marketing your knives, photography, business development, knifemaking tools, and much more. Next Level Knifemaking provides you with expert guidance that will to help you reach the next level in your pursuit of the knifemaking craft. Essay Contributing authors include: Salem Straub, Tracy Mickley, Geoff Keyes, Larrin Thomas, Brad Stallsmith, Dave Ferry, Tom Lewis, Bob Ohlemann, Mark Bartlett, Ed Braun, Lin Rhea, Erin Healy, Dustin Rhodes, Joshua Swanagon, Jim Cooper, Ed Caffrey, John Gulso, Shanna Jantz-Kemp, and Nathan Carothers.

Slip-Joint Folder Designing and Building
Slip-Joint Folder Designing and Building

Author: Steve Culver

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2017-04-25

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 9781545388327

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Included in this book, is a process used by Master Bladesmith, Steve Culver, to design the joint mechanism of a slip-joint folder. Also included, is a tutorial on building a single blade slip-joint folder, without the use of a surface grinder or milling machine.

The Complete Bladesmith
The Complete Bladesmith

Author: JIM. HRISOULAS

Publisher: Redd Ink Press

Published: 2017-12-20

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780998708164

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This guide to smithing world-class blades is for the novice and experienced bladesmith alike. With this book you will be able to build your own forge, equip your workshop, choose your materials from the exotic to the mundane, and get to work.