Description - Forging Damascus Steel Knives for Beginners by Ernst G. Siebeneicher-Hellwig
The art of forging multiple layers of steel together into beautiful, strong, and sharp Damascus steel blades started millenia ago. Now, with this guide, novice blacksmiths and bladesmiths have a practical and budget-conscious approach to forging their own Damascus steel knives. Starting with the basics, this practical guide shows how easy it can be to build a simple Damascus-grade forge; forge Damascus steel into different patterns; and forge a blade into shape, harden it, and turn it into a finished knife. Sketches, step-by-step instructions, and tools and materials lists help you prepare and work through the project methodically and safely. Complete with tips for sharpening Damascus steel blades and insights on the metallurgy behind this special steel, this guide is ideal for the metalworking hobbyist. AUTHOR: Ernst G. Siebeneicher-Hellwig has written several books about knifemaking. Jurgen Rosinski is a blacksmith and former vocational school teacher. He teaches knifemaking to both beginning and advanced students.
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