Basic Knife Making

Description

In this book Ernst G. Siebeneicher-Hellwig and Jrgen Rosinski show the simplest and least expensive ways to construct a simple forge, make all necessary tools yourself, forge a stub tang blade from an old automobile coil spring, and make a complete knife.Their practical guide demonstrates the most important theoretical basics and shows how simple it can be to experience bladesmithing. Each step is presented in text and pictures, with a special focus on forging the blade. Clear lists of tools and materials help you through the process. Practical tips, explanations of terms, and sketches round out the volume.[AuthorName]By Ernst G. Siebeneicher-Hellwig[/AuthorName][AuthorBio]Ernst G. Siebeneicher-Hellwig has written several books about knifemaking.Jrgen Rosinski is a blacksmith and former vocational schoolteacher. He teaches knifemaking to both beginning and advanced students.[/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]205 color images/10 drawings[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle]From Raw Steel to a Finished Stub Tang Knife[/SubTitle][ColorPattern]205 color images/10 drawings[/ColorPattern]