Автор: Karl Schroen
Издательство: Knife World Publications
Год: 1984
ISBN: 0940362082
Язык: английский
Страниц: 136
Формат: pdf
Размер: 46.18 MB
A complete introduction to the practical construction of hand-forged knives. Over 160 photos accompany the well-written text, instructing the reader on every step of the process. Included is an introduction to steels, forging, annealing, hardening and tempering; a detailed study of various steels; the blacksmith shop-tools and equipment used; forging operations- how to do it; and finishing the knife- handles, sharpening, sheath making, etc.