Basic Knife Making: From Raw Steel to a Finished Stub Tang Knife
By: Ernst G. Siebeneicher-Hellwig & Jürgen Rosinski
Basic Knife Making: From Raw Steel to a Finished Stub Tang Knife is an excellent introduction to the craft of knifemaking, ideal for beginners interested in the hand-forging technique. This 112-page spiral-bound paperback is filled with 205 full-color images and 10 drawings that guide readers through the process of creating a stub tang blade, also known as a stick tang or buried tang knife, from raw steel. The authors demonstrate the simplest and most cost-effective ways to build a basic forge, craft necessary tools, and transform an old automobile coil spring into a finished knife.
The book covers each step in detail, from forging the blade and heat treatment to guard and handle construction, finishing, and sharpening. It also includes practical tips, explanations of key terms, and sketches to enhance understanding. The resourcefulness of the guide is one of its strengths, offering solutions that use readily available tools and providing plans for useful jigs and fixtures. This book is perfect for those who have never made a knife before and are looking to start with minimal equipment.
Key Features:
- Pages: 112
- Format: Spiral-Bound Paperback
- Illustrations: 205 color images and 10 drawings
- Beginner-Friendly: Step-by-step guide to creating a stub tang knife with basic tools and techniques.
- Comprehensive Coverage: Includes forging, heat treating, handle construction, and sharpening.
- Practical Design: Spiral binding allows the book to lay flat for easy reference during the knifemaking process.
Keywords: Ernst G. Siebeneicher-Hellwig, Jürgen Rosinski, knife making, stub tang knife, hand forging, beginner knifemaking, knife crafting guide, heat treatment, knife finishing
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