Forging Damascus Steel Knives for Beginners (Spiral bound)

The art of forging multiple layers of steel together into beautiful, strong, and sharp Damascus steel blades started millenia ago. Now, with this guide, novice blacksmiths and bladesmiths have a practical and budget-conscious approach to forging their own Damascus steel knives. Starting with the basics, this practical guide shows how easy it can be to build a simple Damascus-grade forge; forge Damascus steel into different patterns; and forge a blade into shape, harden it, and turn it into a finished knife. Sketches, step-by-step instructions, and tools and materials lists help you prepare and work through the project methodically and safely. Complete with tips for sharpening Damascus steel blades and insights on the metallurgy behind this special steel, this guide is ideal for the metalworking hobbyist.

General

Imprint:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	September 2012
First published:	September 2012
Authors:	Ernst G. Siebeneicher-Hellwig
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 20mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Spiral bound
Pages:	104
ISBN-13:	978-0-7643-4012-3
Categories:	Books > Professional & Technical > Industrial chemistry & manufacturing technologies > Metals technology / metallurgy Books > Health, Home & Family > Handicrafts > General Books > Arts & Architecture > Art forms, treatments & subjects > Decorative arts & crafts > General Promotions
LSN:	0-7643-4012-3
Barcode:	9780764340123

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