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In this final episode (episodes 14-15) of the 15 Knifemaking Steps, Steve discusses final polish, presentation, packaging, and marketing your knives. If you are new to knife making and thinking about creating a knife making business down the ro
In this episode, Steve discusses his techniques for making his knives hair-shaving sharp and why it all starts with beveling! Is it all about the type of sharpening stones you have?? No!!! It's all about using the right techniques. Master the
In this episode, Steve goes through the entire process he uses to finish his knife handles. Each part of the finishing process, to include the blade finish part, are crucial to the final presentation of your knife. For that reason, Steve explai
In this episode, Steve talks about the 2 major ways to attach knife handles and breaks down different ways of doing it. He then explains exactly how he does his knife handles and options for buying handle hardware. Links: https://www.knifemakin
This is the second part of core topic 10, finishing your blades. Steve talks about how to get setup for sandblasting, how he does it and how he also blackens his knives with ferric chloride and other methods. Here are the links from this epis
In this episode, Steve discusses how he produces a satin and mirror finish on his knives. He explains the process step-by-step, as well as the types of supplies needed. Additionally, Steve also does a quick comparison between the Grizzly 1015
Today's guest hales from the UK and has been crafting knives for over 10 years! He owns two different knife companies: Webber Handmade knives, where he offers bush craft and outdoor knives, and Dirty Room Knives, where he offer EDC and Tactical
In this episode, Steve talks about his latest Primal Knife project --a batch of Outlaws! He discusses some of the principles of designing advanced features and what and what not to do.
In this episode, Steve discusses exactly how he heat treats his knife blanks, made from either O-1 Tool Steel, Sandvick 12C27 Stainless, or 1095 High Carbon steel. His methods assume that you will be using a professional heat treating kiln.
Welcome to core topic number, episode 1 - the introduction to heat treating. Steve discusses the 4 elements of heat treating: Steel, Equipment, Quenchant, and process. As a prerequisite, Steve recommends that you review core topic 2, episodes
Thinking of starting a custom knife making business one day? My guest today is very familiar with the complexities of knife making. He has continued to evolve over the years from making "simple" fixed blades...to complex titanium folders! His w
Steve goes through the process for cutting out your knife handles from your previously flattened knife scales and aligning them to the knife tang. Following Steve's methods will ensure your handles will be perfectly aligned and your handle har
Steve discusses how to cut and prepare your own knife scales and make them into knife handles. He also introduces techniques to help you not to make mistakes.
Steve discusses how to cut and prepare your own knife scales and make them into knife handles. He also introduces techniques to help you not to make mistakes.
Steve takes us into core topic 6, applying the maker's mark. He discusses two methods for putting your maker's mark on your knives: Acid etching and stamping. He also provides some information on where to buy supplies for both methods. Here are
In this short core topic, Steve explains what you need to know in order to drill precision holes into your knife blank.
One of the cool parts of podcasting is getting to meet other interesting knife makers. Well today's guest certainly fits that category, in fact he's extraordinary. He's been making knives for just over 2.5 years, yet, after just a little over a
In this episode, Steve goes step-by-step how he bevels his knives. He talks about his own techniques that he uses to achieve professional results. For best results, make sure to listen to Beveling parts A and B first.
This is part B of the introduction to beveling knives. In this second part, Steve concludes the 8 concepts of knife beveling, which he refers to as the Zen of knife beveling! Master the 8 concepts and you'll be beveling with professional resu
Welcome to core topic number 4! In this episode, Steve introduces the first 4 of the 8 concepts of knife beveling. Those concepts are what you will need to master in order to successfully bevel your knife blanks. This introduction is divide in
In this episode, Steve talks with Pop, a man who has been in the world of knife making for many years. He remembers attending knife maker guild meetings where speakers included folks such as Bob Loveless and A.G. Russell. My guest used to make
In this episode, Steve goes through the 12 steps that he uses when profiling his knife blanks. He provides details on the techniques that he employs, as well as things to keep in mind when profiling, and things to avoid.
In this introduction to profiling, Steve provides an overview of the 5 common methods for profiling knife blanks: Hacksaw, angle grinder, metal cutting bandsaw, water jet, and CNC. He shares some of his experiences and talks about what he uses
Steve changes things up a bit. This episode is all about what he's been building in the knife shop recently. Just some good 'ol shop talk! Hear about a couple of the problems he encounters and how he turns those problems into opportunities whil
In this episode, Steve discusses several types of blade steel that you need to know about if you are going to be a serious knife maker, who makes quality knives. The types of steel include: D2, O1, 154CM & CPM154, Sandvick 12C27, and more.
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