If you grow up around a working blacksmith’s forge, there are a few subjects related to metalwork on which you’ll occasionally have a heated discussion. Probably the best known is the topic of wrought ...

In this video, I demonstrate my first attempt at creating canister damascus using steel nails combined with 1095 steel and 4% pure nickel powder for enhanced etching. The process includes forge weldin ...

In this video, I make an incredibly strong and sharp knife at my forge! Damascus steel is a type of steel that is incredibly hard and sharp, making it perfect for crafting knives. If you're interested ...

Custom knife makers wear their passion for fine steel on their sleeves. Actually, they wear it under their sleeves where their skin bears burn marks from hand forging steel blades. Arkansas is a ...