Damacus steel was developed in the first millennium AD in India or Sri-Lanka. Its reputation is related to its exceptional properties and also to the moire patt

Pattern-welded blades are among the most beautiful and durable creations to emerge from the bladesmith's forge. Now, Jim Hrisoulas, author of The Complete Blade

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Using new or reclaimed stock, with very few tools beyond hammer, anvil, and coal, even with a beginners knowledge of iron and steel, one can successfully craft