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BK469
Custom Knifemaking, McCreight
220 pages, 7 x 9 (Softcover)
The helpful book demystifies the ancient art of
bladesmithing for contemporary knifemakers.
Following chapters on tools, set up and sheath making,
the book provides 10 projects of increasing complexity to
lead either beginner or advanced metalworkers into this
exciting discipline. 180 illustrations.
BK646
Damascus Steel, Sachse
237 pages, 10-1/4 x 12-3/4 (Hardcover)
His vast knowledge of historical records have
made Sachse an undisputed and internationally
renowned expert in all aspects of damacus steel.
His authentic style of describing the techniques
and the cultural myths, that have surrounded the
old craft, impress experts an interested layman
alike. The illustrations perfectly combines technical
detail drawing with colourful photography, A German edition
“Damaszener Stahl” is also available by request.
BK968
Fancy Knives: Materials and Decorative
Techniques, Siebeneicher-Hellwig, Steigerwald
190 pages, 7-1/2 x 10-1/4 (Hardcover)
Offers insights into the materials used in making
knives, their qualities, and various working and
decorating techniques. A special chapter gives the
reader instructions for making his own knife. Included
is also valuable information about steel, knife blades,
handle materials, decorative techniques, making sheaths and purchase
and care. Stefan Steigerwald, ranks among Germany’s best-known knife
makers. Ernst Siebeneicher-Hellwig, teaches knife making courses and is
an instructor at the Bavarian Hunting School. 290 illustrations.
BK955
Heritage of English Knives, The,
Hayden-Wright
336 pages, 9 x 12 (Hardcover)
This is the preeminent reference on antique
English knives, written by one of Great Britain’s
most respected 20th century authorities on
weaponry. The text contains much previously
unknown historical information about cutlers and
their art. The history of the famous American
designed Bowie knife, manufactured extensively in Sheffield,
is explained and amply illustrated. Discussions present multibladed
sportsmen’s pocket knives, farrier’s, smoker’s, quill knives,
curiosities, and actual knives presented to King George IV in 1821.
301 color and 20 B&W illustrations.
BK446
How to Make Knives, Barney/Loveless
182 pages, 8-1/2 x 11 (Softcover)
Complete instructions on making high quality
handmade knives. Forging and stock removal,
mirror polishing, sheath making, safety techniques,
required tools and supplies and more. Step-by-step
information and photos. Tips from Bob Loveless,
Bill Moran, Buster Warenski and Corbet Sigman.
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BK454
Iron Age Primitives, Chapman
20 pages, 8-1/2 x 11 (Softcover)
Covered: Two knives, dag and adz, forging a
copper guard and swaging it on the tang, Hafting
the adz on an antler handle, building an antler saw
from scratch, making a spring for a pocket sheath,
using pitch, sinew and hide glues on handles and
a simple hot iron die used to forge a ribbed blade.
BK472
The Japanese Sword, Sato
210 pages, 7-1/2 x 10-1/2 (Hardcover)
This lavishly illustrated volume is an introduction to
the history and appreciation of the Japanese Sword.
Surveying 1500 years of sword history in Japan, it
deals with nearly every aspect of sword lore, including
forging techniques and problems of appraisal. The
book’s centerpiece is a detailed examination of over a
dozen of Japan’s most revered blades such as the O-Kanehira and the
Dojigiri by Yasutsuna, perhaps the two finest swords in Japan.
BK831
Knifemaking with Bob Loveless, Hollis
192 Pages, 8-1/4 x 10-7/8 (Hardcover)
Build Knives with a Living Legend
All of the knife industry has been touched by
the late Bob Loveless, a pioneer in knifemaking.
This book written just months before his death
is an inspiration for all knife enthusiasts. It is
a look into the Loveless’ workshop and his life.
You’ll learn his methods for creating a knife including tempering
and design, the tools he used, and care of your knife. He was an
innovator in his field and this book is a tribute to him and his craft.
“While this may not be the last word in a biography of this knifemaking
legend, it certainly is a good start of filling in the blanks.” - Steven
Dick of Tactical Knives Magazine. Over 200 photos.
CD798
Little Uglies, Chapman
CD/PDF
Little Uglies II, is an updated version of the original
“Little Uglies” book. It’s packed with more photos,
drawings, shop tooling and knives, some forging
sequence images are borrowed from his other
publications. The revision has 17 more pages than the original.
BK461
The Master Bladesmith, Hrisoulas
296 pages, 8-1/2 x 11 (Hardcover)
This advanced study of steel reveals forging
secrets that for centuries have been protected by
guilds. Never-before-seen instructions, diagrams
and photos explain the tricks behind using
Japanese mokume gane, differential heat treating,
power hammers, and other techniques to make
kukris, wavy blades, spears and swords that bear the master’s mark.
BK453
Nose to the Grindstone, Chapman
20 pages, 8-1/2 x 11 (Softcover)
A fixed blade and simple folder are illustrated
with step by step instructions using hot and cold
iron techniques. Building a simple touchmark is
covered along with an “Antler Drilling Engine” and
a few Damascus tricks thrown in.
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