Forging Damascus Steel Knives for Beginners

Author(s): Ernst G. Siebeneicher-Hellwig; Jürgen Rosinski

Wood & Metal Crafts

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.


Product Information

General Fields

  • : 9780764340123
  • : Schiffer Publishing, Limited
  • : Schiffer Publishing, Limited
  • : 0.33
  • : September 2012
  • : .5 Inches X 6 Inches X 9 Inches
  • : books

Special Fields

  • : Ernst G. Siebeneicher-Hellwig; Jürgen Rosinski
  • : Spiral bound
  • : English
  • : 102