Bookout and Neubauer
Shows in detail how to make your own wooden rifling bench. See the new DVD (DVD61) where Steve demonstrates how to ream the bore of a commercial unrifled barrel blank, then rifle it in a traditional manner with his homemade rifling bench. Click on More Details to add the DVD61 NOW and SAVE $10 off the regular DVD price!
58 Pages, (Paperback)
Item #: BK102
Chapman
CD
5 MB PDF files for monitor viewing41 MB files for printing
This is the CD version of the book BK449 Antler and Iron II. You are able to print out your projects now! Very convenient when working at the anvil. CD shows how Gene Chapman builds his Mt. Man Folders. Blacksmiths, bladesmiths and knifemakers will find this an invaluable addition to their reference library. Over 100 photos and drawings show step-by-step construction of a "Times Gone By" masterpiece. This folding knife can be built just like our forefathers would have, without power tools.
Item#: CD796
Norris
80 minutesDVD
Renowned knife maker Mike Norris leads the viewer through the important steps of forming basic Damascus patterns in preparing and forging the billet.
See also: A Damascus Blade A to Z.
Steps include: Flux less Weld Power Hammer and Press welding/forming. Hydraulic Press with Textured Dies Rolling Mill Grinding
Item #: DVD46
Cover210 minutesDVD
Engraving is a popular way to embellish any personal item such as a knife, gun or writing pen with a distinctive look and feel that adds a deeply personal feel. Watch as Ray demonstrates proven methods in an easy to follow manner. He will guide you through the steps necessary to complete some of the most beautiful art work in the world today.
Watch as Ray Cover guides you through the steps necessary to complete some of the most beautiful art-work in the world today. Ray is an accomplished engraver and a trained art teacher who has taught from kindergarten to college level art classes. He discusses design and layout techniques, explains edge geometry and sharpening alternatives, bordering and outlining basics, shading, stippling backgrounds, inlays, and more. Ray uses different models for illustration of the finer details of his work that would be hard to see on camera, such as large wooden chisels that show the angles and geometry much better than the actual gravers due to the miniature size of the tool itself.
Item #: DVD29
Norris80 minutesDVD
Norris gives you an up-close, step-by-step look at the process of preparing a billet of Damascus steel and "cutting away everything that doesn't look like a knife!". Lessons include preparing and forging the billet; grinding and sanding techniques; etching techniques; pattern design and finishing techniques.
Item #: DVD28
Fowler
120 minutes
DVD
WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF THE FORGED BLADEDevoted the past 36 years to the development of Fowler's version of Excalibur, The High Endurance Performance Knife. Many have contributed to the knowledge you will see and hear in this video some through books, phone calls, conversations and friends who have joined me in the pursuit of the best knife we can make. All of the information you are about to view is proven by Rex and Ed through many hands on experiments and laboratory testing of each and every event that follows. Forging a high endurance performance knife is an art based on science that is subject to empirical evaluation. You will view the result of thousands of hours and hundreds of blades that have been tested to destructon in their quest to reveal what works.
Dushane133 minutesDVD
Learn from Fileworking Master Dwayne Dushane in your own home. Watch as he takes you step-by-step through 3 different designs of fileworking. You will learn the S pattern, the Vine pattern, and the Rope pattern in simple to follow steps. See how easy it is to embellish your knives with inexpensive tools such as files. Discover techniques that will make your work look more professional.
Item #: DVD35
Osborn123 minutesDVD (2)
Gene Osborn walks you step by step through the process of forge welding cable Damascus. He will show you techniques that will allow you to "work smarter, not harder". On disc two Gene reveals his secrets on forge welding striped cable Damascus. You will learn the secrets needed to turn an ordinary piece of steel cable into a striking Damascus billet or blade.
Item #: DVD36
Laubach
85 minutes
Jon Laubach, assisted by Christopher Laubach and Mike Miller, teaches how to hand forge a wrought iron rifle barrel tube. Bonus material on forging a breechplug and making the traditional boring bits.
Hrisoulas
DVD198 minutes
Jim Hrisoulas is a master bladesmith specializing in medieval broadswords and daggers and Damascus pattern welding. He has almost 30 years of experience at the forge. This is a 2 disk set.
Item #: DVD55
Breed
120 minutesDVD
Contains stick tang stag construction, fixed blade construction, guard geometry, peening, drilling, drilling stag, fit and finish of handle assembly, tapered tang info, soldering, spacers, trouble shooting assembly, layout and design, collars, epoxy, and more. For beginner to advanced skill levels.
Item #: DVD34
K. Breed, G. Wheeler
60 minutesDVDThis DVD video teaches you how to edge quench, full quench, do selective heat treating, tempering, soft back draws, false edges HT, clay tempering, using a fire brick, quenchants, and more.
Item #: DVD40
Polzien
150 minutesDVD
Don Polzien has been making all types of knives for over 15 years. He specializes in traditional Japanese pieces, especially Tanto Knives (short blades 12 inches and shorter). These consist of many blade styles, as well as endless varieties of Saya (Scabbards) and fittings.
In this DVD Don will take you step-by-step from material selection to tools required as well as give you his insight on how to produce your own exotic Japanese silk wrapped handles. You will truly be amazed by the skills you will acquire from this master knife maker at work. This is a 2 disk set .
Hayes
Get ready for the ultimate do-it-yourself project: a battle-worthy handmade Japanese katana (long sword). In this one-of-a-kind video, Master Bladesmith Wally Hayes takes you step by step through the process of designing and building a Katana-Tac . It is a simplified tactical Katana suitable for traditional martial arts practice or modern battlefield use. You will learn exactly how to design, profile, grind, temper, polish and haft your very own working katana using a minimum of tools and equipment. You will also learn some of the most closely guarded secrets of both traditional and modern-day swordmaking, including the construction of a low-cost charcoal forge and the exact process for Japanese-style clay tempering. Once your blade is properly tempered, Hayes teaches you how to polish it to reveal the hamon (temper line) and haft it with a traditional cord-wrapped handle. For information purposes only.
CD/PDF
Little Uglies II, Revision 2008 CD is an updated version of the original "Little Uglies". It’s packed with more photos, drawings, shop tooling and knives, some forging sequence images are borrowed from his other publications.
Printing can be done on your computer printer or at Office Max, Staples, Office Depot and probably your local print shop. The revision has 17 more pages than the original.
When Gene gets bored his brain works overtime. Little Uglies is a product of his excess energy and imagination. Popular with blacksmiths, this all metal folding knife is so uglie it’s cute, each face is hot formed using surprisingly simple tooling. Several spring possibilities are explored.
Item #: CD798
Loveless and Merritt
95 minutes
This groundbreaking film documentary reveals the inside secrets and tips of the knifemaking trade as they've evolved in the shop of R.W. Loveless. Learn the rare art of custom knifemaking from a true master as he shares his expertise and talks in-depth about his design philosophy.
Item #: DVD58
Dean
193 minutesDVD
The D-Guard Bowie is a legendary battle weapon, part sword - part knife. The powerfully balanced design makes it a favorite tool for many tasks, but was kept ready for battle at all times. Harvey Dean has revealed his secrets and improvements for making a more secure and artful D-Guard Bowie in this 2 disc video, including an interview with the Mastersmith himself. See why Harvey is one of the most sought after teachers in this craft and discover how watching his easy to follow methods will improve your knifemaking skills the more you watch this video.
Item #: DVD30
Hawk
220 minutes
You don't have to be a certified master bladesmith working with highly refined steel to craft a quality knife suitable for self-defense or general utility. All you need are a few simple tools, some time, and metals anyone can scrounge from garage sales, building sites, or even the local dump. Survival authority, artisan, and neo-tribal weapons expert
Item #: DVD59
Caffrey
109 minutesDVD
Caffrey will show you some of the most common Mosaic Damascus patterns. The information is designed to be easy to understand, and will allow you to take the "next logical step" towards producing your own Mosaic Damascus. Ed covers how to create a radial pattern, a basket weave pattern, a jelly roll pattern, and how to do an "accordion" fold. Also provides a recap of tools, safety, and etching as explained in the previous two videos. For advanced knifemakers and shows methods using a forge and a hydraulic press.
Item #: DVD32
Anders, ABS Master Smith
183 minutesDVD
Anders teaches you the finer points of making the Quillion dagger as required for the A.B.S. Mastersmith. The Quillion dagger is the toughest challenge the American Bladesmith Society has for impeccable workmanship. Jerome goes above and beyond the requirements and explains each step in detail. You will see why this dagger won Best Art Knife at the Ohio Valley Knife Show just two weeks after it's conception and the filming of this video. Learn the proper way to flute handles and the forming of the quills and how to make them equal on each side. Learn the fit up and finishing techniques that will help you to pass your A.B.S. Quillion test with confidence.
Item #: DVD31
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