Tag: Knifemaking
Are Integral Knives Stronger Than Standard Knives?
Are integral knives - knives made from one piece of metal - the strongest type of knife? Two knifemakers offer their surprising answers.
Video: Unfolding Forged Mosaic Damascus
In this video, Tom Ward explains how to unfold forged mosaic damascus during the Wuertz Machine Works 2019 Hammer In.
Video: Making Knives at the Wuertz 2019 Hammer In
BLADE had a blast at the Wuertz Machine Works 2019 Hammer In in March in Arizona. Watch video of the bladesmithing here and get to know a few knifemakers.
Reality Check: 8 Brutally Honest Tips For New Knifemakers
New knifemakers: You need to read these tips. It's time to get your head on straight so you don't fail before you even get started.
The Kids Are All Right: High Schooler Takes Up Scrimshaw
Kate Opre, of Montana, is still in high school, but she's taking up scrimshaw in a way that's catching the attention of many in the knife world. Who says the kids aren't alright?
Safety Gear for Making Knives: What You Must Know
From the best face masks for beards to selecting the right gloves, here's everything you need to know about safety gear in the knife shop.
What is MokuTi Damascus?
Chad Nichols created a type of damascus steel called MokuTi that combines mokume with titanium. Learn why so many custom knifemakers can't wait to use it.
