Fancy Knives: A Complete Analysis & Introduction to Make Your Own

by Stefan Steigerwald

Book Overview

Through over 300 clear color photos and concise text, you can learn the materials, qualities, working styles, and decorating techniques of penknives. Learn the differences of carbon and alloyed steels, steel designations, and impressive damascene decoration. Knife blade types and steel polishes are featured as well as options for knife handle materials, including wood, horn, antler, bone, ivory, and mother-of-pearl. Explore handle decorating techniques...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764330675
• ISBN13: 9780764330674
• Release Date: August 2008
• Publisher: Schiffer Craft
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 2.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.1" x 10.1"