Knifemaking for Beginners: Step-by-Step Guide for Forging and Customizing Your First Knife to Perfection

Knifemaking for Beginners is your opportunity to learn how to make one of these essential tools without any unreasonably expensive blacksmith equipment by following the advice of a very experienced knife geek.
✓ Set up your workshop: Follow all safety precautions and gather any essential knifemaking materials
✓ Knife design: Familiarize yourself with each part of the knife. Learn how to blend aesthetics and knife engineering to create the perfect blade
✓ The alchemy of steel: Know the properties for crafting the best-performing knife
✓ Illustrated steps to make your knife from the file: From cutting the blanks, forging the knife blade, and grinding the bevel to the grit steps for a true finish, as well as 4 DIY projects to practice a variety of styles
✓ Customize the knife of your dreams: Craft the handle by utilizing different materials and techniques. Learn the basics of leatherwork with the knife leather sheath crash course
✓ Knife sharpening: Learn about all the techniques used to keep the edge of your knife razor-sharp

You can buy a custom blade, but where's the fun in that? Knifemaking requires patience, precision, and concentration, but it is all worth it. The pleasure of creating your own tool is a unique and timeless experience.