Karl, I think Gary is right (correct). Better check the labeling. This is just another reason I think John White was a great knife maker.

Derrick, I share your view of the multi grind blades we see nowadays. The classic designs will always be appreciated. When you get ready to employ th...

Good thinking Derrick. That's just what I'm talking about. Don't overlook ideas inspired from historic pieces or blacksmith projects.

I believe the spark that gets things going is photographs. It's like opening an old photo album at a family reunion. It sure starts and holds conversa...

Yes sir, that's pretty. Lovely knife.

I have just made a simpler version of this and it worked fine for my purpose at the time. I do think that two stage operation is great and will try to...

I'm having trouble formulating anything fluent so I'll just write down some thoughts I have, some that relate directly, some that just touch on the is...

Yes, I agree Brion. I'll tell you some of what I see in this video. Stock. Proper size for the project. Hammer control. Not bea...

Two more fine sets of test knives. Kyle, those are great! I love the big blades and sweet curves. Sandro, Beautiful work! Your dro...

I agree with Mike on the draw filing. It really works well when you get the hang of it. I have days when I can file good and days when I feel li...

Congratulations Matt. Good job!

Hey Bobby. I'm glad you're here. You better keep one eye on that Andersen feller though. He'll have you makin take down knives or somethin.

Joshua, Yes, as you mentioned, you would have to take a blade of known steel and compare the behavior of the blade after you quench and heat treat. If...

I have a medium sized bowie forged and drawn to 375 degrees and feel like I need to draw it again a bit higher. I'm glad to hear that my findings are ...