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Aug 20, 2004 · This is a basic tutorial for making a knife from a file. The process of knifemaking is discussed in many of the other stickies, and this tutorial will only deal with the basics. For more …

Oct 26, 2001 · The 2X72 is just the most versatile for a knife maker. Here is what you want to look for and what works best: 2" belt width - this allows grinding without gouges. 1" is trickier to …

Feb 14, 2019 · I mainly use the bubble jig, but there are some knives that I use a jig on. DD work rest makes a really good one. He also makes a file guide stop for it to help with plunges. I use …

Apr 29, 2014 · Hi guys, I am learning about knife making, and now I am ready to buy a small gas forge, and it needs to be under 50 or 60 lbs , so It can be easily brought in the basement, …

Dec 11, 2000 · I'm a brand-new knife maker and I am gathering tools that I will need to complete some blades. I need a decent file set and I'm wondering what you guys use and recommend? …

Oct 14, 2007 · Hi, fellow knife heads. I have been making knives for years, mostly from so-called "junk steel" because I have an unlimited supply of huge industrial sawblades that makes …

Feb 19, 2018 · I find don robinsons books very informative. It really depends what kind of knife your making. In general i find youtube to be the best reference material. Some guys put alot of …