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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.
Fang Gentleman's Bowie: John Davis

Walking A Thin Line: Slender-Bladed Custom Knives

BLADE Staff -
These blades cut a lean profile.
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.
Tony Docherty was inspired by Australia’s ancient dry riverbeds to create his River Series of knives. His chef’s knife is an impressive example of the mosaic pattern, with a thick layer of the meandering across the centerline of the blade, like a river.

Etched In The Outback: Tony Docherty’s River Series Chef’s Knife

BLADE Staff -
Australia’s ancient landscape gets set in steel.
Impeccably precise, Steve Johnson’s knives are a study in exactitude. This isn’t a fluke, as the meticulous maker has worked out precise procedures to ensure his creations reach the next level—from razor-sharp hollow grinds to spotless mirror finishes. (Ricardo Velarde image)

Secrets Of The Shop: Steve Johnson’s Tips On Hollow Grinds

Jim Hammond -
How the legend of Loveless-style fixed blades makes them sharp. Steve Johnson began his journey in 1966 under Gil Hibben and refined his knifemaking...
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Stag Party Sharps: Antler And Stag Handled Custom Knives

BLADE Staff -
These handles rack up wins.
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