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Knifemaking

Knifemaking is the building of a knife, which includes the blade, handle and other accouterments. Blades are made by either removing metal from a steel blank via a grinder – known as stock removal – and the forging to shape of hot steel into a blade in the process known as bladesmithing. Other parts, including bolsters, guards, pommels, etc., are needed to complete the finished knife.

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Dave Rhea - June 19, 2018

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Tsuba Time: Make a Guard for a Japanese Sword

Wally Hayes - May 1, 2018

When it comes to making Japanese swords, the "tsuba" is also known as the "guard." Here’s how to make one, with instruction from American Bladesmith Society master smith Wally Hayes.

What’s the Best Kind of Knife Grind?

Pat Covert - April 17, 2018

The most popular knife grinds today are hollow, flat and convex. Which one is the best overall? And does edge geometry matter more than heat treating? A few renowned knifemakers give their opinions.

Why is CPM-154 So Popular with Custom Knifemakers?

Dave Rhea - April 3, 2018

CPM-154 stainless steel continues to dominate the custom knifemaking scene. What makes it so appealing? Two knifemakers offer their reasons for this hot pick.

Knifemaking: “Tricking Out” the Wilton Square Wheel Grinder

Ed Caffrey - March 27, 2018

ABS master smith Ed Caffrey explains how to get the most out of a popular belt grinder for making knives, the Wilton Square Wheel Grinder.

How to Make a Flipper Folding Knife

Wally Hayes - March 20, 2018

Go step by step with ABS master smith Wally Hayes and learn how to make a flipper-style folding knife.