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This was a 25-layer billet from a time when the author was experimenting with thin initial layers. The final result was good damascus, but the cleaning took nearly as long as a weld and restack.

Damascus Forging: Tip For Tackling Your First Project

Jason Fry -
The secrets of the shop for pattern welding steel.
ABS master smith J.W. Randall's Turkish-style fighter, with its nearly 9-inch feather damascus blade, mammoth ivory handle and intricate file work, demonstrates in one package why damascus knives are so desirable. (SharpByCoop image)

Damascus Buying Secrets: What To Look For In Pattern-Welded Steel

Mike Haskew -
Sharp tips for the best damascus buy
Among the most important aspects John Horrigan in creating Turkish twist damascus is consistence of the twist. To ensure he gets the fine patterns he’s looking for, he employs a right-angle drill in a jig to provide the torque required for a uniform pattern. (John Horrigan image)

Secrets Of The Shop: John Horrigan Puts A Twist On Steel

Jim Hammond -
The master smith gives tips on how to make twist patterns pop.
Steve Randall’s frame-handled damascus hunter features an expressive 4.75-inch feather pattern blade and features the advanced handle construction techniques discussed in the article. (KSR Image)

Frame-Handled Hunters: High-End Hidden Gems

Les Robertson -
Hidden value of damascus frame-handle hunters.
A light etching in ferric chloride verified the presence of welding flaws in this damascus blade.

Damascus Flaws: How To Spot Imperfections in Custom Knives

Mike Haskew -
Learn how to spot flaws in Damascus steel blades, like delamination and inclusions, with expert tips from master bladesmiths.
A closeup of Daryl Meier’s American Spirit Bowie blade. Each side has 13 American flags and instances of USA all along its length, with all 50 stars in each flag.

Meier Helped Forge The World Of Damascus We Know Today

Steve Schwarzer -
Daryl Meier's star pupil pays tribute to a mentor who taught him oh so well.
Chris McPherson forged the 10.5-inch damascus blade of his fighter from 1075 carbon and 15N20 nickel alloy steels. Though he’d heard that 1075 may have a bit less contrast due to its lower manganese levels, the damascus exhibited beautiful contrast after a deeper etch. (Jocelyn Frasier image)

Damascus Steels: What To Use And When

Jason Fry -
Bladesmiths outline which carbon steel combos they use and why.
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