{"product_id":"modern-knifemaking-for-beginners-step-by-step-instruction-for-forging-your-own-knife-from-expert-bladesmiths-including-making-your-own-handle-sheat","title":"Modern Knifemaking for Beginners: Step-By-Step Instruction for Forging Your Own Knife from Expert Bladesmiths, Including Making Your Own Handle, Sheat","description":"\u003cb\u003eCreate yourself the perfect knife with step-by-step guidance from survivalist and \u003ci\u003eNaked and Afraid\u003c\/i\u003e star Laura Zerra.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom her vast experience in the wild, Zerra has learned about what works and what doesn't, what steel will hold an edge, and what nuances in blade design will make or break a knife. In this concise and affordable edition of \u003ci\u003eA Modern Guide to Knifemaking\u003c\/i\u003e, she shares essential knifemaking tips and tricks, including detailed instructions for both forging and stock removal. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom design to sharpening, \u003ci\u003eModern Knifemaking for Beginners\u003c\/i\u003e covers every step in the knifemaking process, all with beginners in mind: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKnife Design\u003c\/b\u003e - Consider what you want your knife to accomplish, develop a design, and make a prototype.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChoosing and Sourcing Materials\u003c\/b\u003e - Learn how to choose and buy steel for your knife. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eForging Techniques\u003c\/b\u003e - Build your own forge, then learn forging basics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDeveloping a Blade Shape\u003c\/b\u003e - Forge the shape of your knife and make the blade tip. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCutting and Finishing the Blade\u003c\/b\u003e - Cut the blade profile, grind in bevels to make the edge of the knife, heat treat and temper your blade, and grind and polish it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaking a Handle and Sheath\u003c\/b\u003e - Create a handle and sheath for your new knife. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaintaining the Edge\u003c\/b\u003e - Learn sharpening techniques to maintain the knife's edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThroughout, Zerra includes Pro-Tips from some of the leading knifemakers working today, including Ken Onion, Kaila Cumings, and Mike Jones. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eModern Knifemaking for Beginners \u003c\/i\u003ecovers every detail of knifemaking so you can create your knife with confidence.","brand":"Laura Zerra","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47286622355692,"sku":"9780760398043","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/1791\/3068\/files\/9780760398043.jpg?v=1770454374","url":"https:\/\/intl.allstora.com\/products\/modern-knifemaking-for-beginners-step-by-step-instruction-for-forging-your-own-knife-from-expert-bladesmiths-including-making-your-own-handle-sheat","provider":"Allstora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}