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Description of  Hand Forged Knife: An Introduction to the Working of Modern Tool Steels

A complete introduction to the practical construction of hand-forged knives. Over 160 photos accompany the well-written text, instructing the reader on every step of the process. Included is an introduction to steels, forging, annealing, hardening and tempering a detailed study of various steels the blacksmith shop-tools and equipment used forging operations- how to do it and finishing the knife- handles, sharpening, sheath making, etc.