Jun 1, 2017 · My real question for this thread is what are your opinions for forging tools and knives from 5160? I intend on attempting to use a pair of channel locks to forge my own tongs and tools for my …

Apr 20, 2008 · Ed Caffrey's basic bladesmithing is a great starter DVD. Also Wayne Goddards How to Forge a Cable Damascus knife, though it does cover forge welding it does cover the basics too.

Dec 9, 2012 · Knife Forging Anvil? By Lendlas December 9, 2012 in Anvils, Swage Blocks, and Mandrels

Aug 17, 2021 · Not sure if this would be the correct category or not, as I am not sure that is what it is being used for, but I was watching the video below by Shurap. In the beginning, before he seals up …

Jul 17, 2009 · I was taught a relativly simple form of forging years ago. and i have questions i was hoping you kind folks could help me with. first i have done knife making in the past but never to the …

Jan 4, 2009 · Unfortunately, horseshoe steel isn't nearly knife-grade. It's the same as mild steel (1015-1020), which has low carbon content. A good rule of thumb to find out if a steel might be good for …

Nov 15, 2016 · Hi. I am building a forge welding press to make damascus billets for knife making. I have most of the parts I need and I got them from classifieds so they are second hand. The cylinder I have …

Jun 4, 2015 · Hey guys, I am a young bladesmith and am trying to figure out how to make my steel sto cracking. I make knives all the time, but only a few forged ones came out withous cracks, I used a file …

Jul 10, 2008 · I have a piece of 440c stainless steel, was considering forging some knives out of it and was wondering if anyone has any tips for working with this material?:confused:

Mar 4, 2012 · When forging knives, I teach my students to think in terms of volume. It's not that hard to figure the approximate volume of the knife. Then choose the appropriate size of stock. My knife stock …