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homemade straight razor from a sheet of steel

Best Steel for Making a Straight Razor

  • Post author:ForgeMaster Albert
  • Post category:Knife Making

The use of straight razors made a huge comeback in the last couple of years. In today’s world, there is a growing trend of desiring and perfecting this shaving ritual.…

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testing the sharpness of a knife after sharpening with sandpaper

Can You Sharpen a Knife With Sandpaper?

  • Post author:ForgeMaster Albert
  • Post category:Knife Making

Sandpapers are the subject of debate in the knife-making world for a long time. In most cases, knife makers have a similar opinion on each side. However, some people question…

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different thickness of knives

How Thick Should a Knife Blade Be? (Detailed Analysis)

  • Post author:ForgeMaster Albert
  • Post category:Knife Making

It doesn't matter if you are a knifemaker or a person looking to buy a knife, you have to understand the basics of knife dimensions. The length, width, and thickness…

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testing the steel of a chef's knife

How to Test Steel for Knifemaking? – 3 Simple Tests

  • Post author:ForgeMaster Albert
  • Post category:Knife Making

Everyone who is getting started with knifemaking understands the importance of using a good piece of steel to make a knife out of. You can use whatever you find at…

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comparison of glues for knife handles

What Is the Best Glue for Knife Handles?

  • Post author:ForgeMaster Albert
  • Post category:Knife Making

When you get into the knife-making world, the questions appear non-stop. This article will discuss the best glue choice for a knife handle and provide you with helpful tips for…

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different forge sizes ideal for knife making

How Big of a Forge Do I Need for Knifemaking?

  • Post author:ForgeMaster Albert
  • Post category:Knife Making

Since the beginning of the decade, the interest in knifemaking rises exponentially. In addition, interest in propane forges is growing in parallel, since they are more convenient for knifemaking purposes.…

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different types of steel for making a sword

8 Best Steels for Swords: A Comprehensive Guide

  • Post author:ForgeMaster Albert
  • Post category:Knife Making

There are many types of steel that can be used to make swords, and each has its own characteristics and benefits. If you're still new to sword-making, it can be…

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a blacksmith tempering a knife

How to Temper a Knife -The Ultimate Guide

  • Post author:ForgeMaster Albert
  • Post category:Knife Making

Getting into the knifemaking world may be frustrating for some people. Learning about work at the anvil, all these different types of metal, forging techniques, tools, and the heat-treating process…

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side-by-side comparison of a blacksmith and bladesmith

What Is the Difference Between a Blacksmith and Bladesmith?

  • Post author:ForgeMaster Albert
  • Post category:Blacksmithing/Knife Making

I see many people constantly getting confused about choosing the right term for describing the person who forges various projects out of steel. Some people call him/her a blacksmith while…

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