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Book Synopsis BLADE's Best Factory Knives by : Blade Editors
Download or read book BLADE's Best Factory Knives written by Blade Editors and published by F+W Media, Inc.. This book was released on 2014-02-15 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: They may have been your father's knives or your grandfather's knives - they may even be your knives. To help celebrate its 40th anniversary, BLADE released a three-part series recognizing the top 40 factory knives over that span (1973-2013). The first chapter pinpoints the top factory knives from 1973-1988. The second chapter includes 1989-2000, and the third chapter covers 2001-2012.
Book Synopsis Knife Engineering by : Larrin Thomas
Download or read book Knife Engineering written by Larrin Thomas and published by . This book was released on 2020-07-16 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An in-depth exploration of the effects of different steels, heat treatments, and edge geometries on knife performance. This book provides ratings for toughness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance for all of the popular knife steels. Micrographs of over 50 steels. Specific recommended heat treatments for each steel. And answers to questions like: 1) Does a thinner or thicker edge last longer? 2) What heat treatment leads to the best performance? 3) Are there performance benefits to forging blades? 4) Should I use stainless or carbon steel? All of these questions and more are answered by a metallurgist who grew up around the knife industry.
Download or read book Knives 2018 written by Joe Kertzman and published by F+W Media, Inc.. This book was released on 2017-09-14 with total page 1073 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover stunning custom knives! Throughout history, knives of untold numbers of styles, materials and designs have been carried as tools, weapons and adornments--and each knife has a distinct attraction all its own. That allure has helped custom knifemaking evolve, and continue to grow and thrive today. The pages of Knives 2018, 38th Edition give you the most elite crop of knives and makers that the world of blades has to offer. Knives 2018 showcases blades of every class and style with more than 800 spectacular full-color images, along with descriptions of the makers who created them. Inside this 38th edition of Knives you will find captivating feature articles on a wide variety of knife styles and designs, the latest trends and state of the art in materials, patterns and fabrication that will not disappoint any knife enthusiast--whether you're a newcomer or a seasoned edge aficionado. In addition, you can utilize the completely updated Custom Knifemaker Directory to find the creator of your next favorite blade. Enthralling articles about the legendary Bowie knife, Wharncliffe edges, tomahawk evolution, dive knives, traveling with blades, tactical folders and more. Trends chapter with the hottest designs for flippers, daggers, sushi knives, fighters, straight razors, tantos, folding saws, ultra-thin setups and pocketknives. State of the Art chapter parades carved, sculpted, damascus, engraved, san mai steel and artisan knives from some of the world's most skilled craftsmaen. The comprehensive Custom Knifemaker Directory includes contact information, websites, specialties, materials, price ranges, tools, tang stamps and comments. Knives 2018 is your go-to resource for all things knives, blades and edges. Dive into the world's greatest knife book and discover the wonderful universe of custom blades.
Book Synopsis Northern Bush Craft by : Mors L. Kochanski
Download or read book Northern Bush Craft written by Mors L. Kochanski and published by Lone Pine Pub.. This book was released on 1988 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides practical advice on skills required for prolonged stays in the wilderness, using a minimum of materials and tools. Includes information on shelter construction, fire technology, proper care and use of axes, saws and knives, and much more.
Book Synopsis Collecting Case Knives by : Steve Pfeiffer
Download or read book Collecting Case Knives written by Steve Pfeiffer and published by Krause Publications. This book was released on 2009-10-15 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Feast your eyes on the craftsmanship and quality that is synonymous with Case pocket knives with this one-of-a-kind guide. The only full-color book focused solely on the work of W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Co., this book delves into Cases 120-year history and provides you with the defining details for hundreds upon hundreds of knives. In this historically rich guide, you'll discover 800 full-color photos, current values for hundreds of pocket knives considered the most popular among collector, and a potpourri of information about methods for creating knives, quirks of the pattern numbering systems, tang samplings, types of blade steels and knife shields, as well as: Identifying and pricing details for prized knives including Pattern 20 Peanut, highly popular 54 Pattern Trapper, Pattern 72 Bulldog and Buffalo, and Pattern 97 Shark Tooth A showcase of the different types of natural and synthetic handle materials used to create Case knives, including bone, stag, pearl, wood, family and colorful celluloid, plastic and metal Whether you received your Case knife as a gift, inherited if from a family member or simply chose to purchase your own, you will enjoy the depth of details, exquisite photographs, and intriguing historical information contained in this, the only full-color book devoted to the legendary W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Co.
Book Synopsis Levine's Guide to Knives and Their Values by : Bernard Levine
Download or read book Levine's Guide to Knives and Their Values written by Bernard Levine and published by . This book was released on 2000-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new, expanded edition provides everything one needs to know to successfully collect knives. Includes updated information on brands, models, and overall cutlery history, fully updated prices for more than 1,500 knives, detailed coverage of the important aspects of collecting, and sections on popular collectible folding knives and fixed blade knives. Illustrations.
Download or read book Knives 2017 written by Joe Kertzman and published by F+W Media, Inc.. This book was released on 2016-09-19 with total page 1194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CUSTOM-MADE BLADES ON PARADE In the explosion of activity in the handmade knives world over the past two decades, the cream has definitely risen to the top – and KNIVES 2017 shows off the best of the best. Every imaginable pattern, material, innovation and embellishment is embodied in modern custom knives, and the KNIVES annual book showcases the finest with spectacular, full-color imagery. Collectors uncover real finds in the KNIVES book every year, custom makers land customers, readers are awed and inspired and enthusiasts come further into the fold. Coverage of trends and state of the art in handmade knives never disappoints, with artistry transcending time and place, and affecting the sensibilities of those who admire fine handcraft. Engrossing feature articles cover bushcraft knives, swords of Norse lore, fine-tuning folders and smelting steel from iron ore. Trends include chef’s knives, bowie/fighters, mammoth ivory and molars, boot knives and keen campers. The State of the Art chapter delves into knife/sheath packages, sculpture, engraving and scrimshaw. Find your favorite maker in the world’s most complete custom knifemaker directory! In KNIVES 2017, lose yourself in page after page of beautiful handmade knives and see why custom knifemaking has become a worldwide phenomenon
Book Synopsis Blade's Guide to Knives & Their Values by : Steve Shackleford
Download or read book Blade's Guide to Knives & Their Values written by Steve Shackleford and published by Krause Publications. This book was released on 2005-10-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Simply, the definitive identification and price guide for collectible cutlery from around the world! Book jacket.
Book Synopsis BLADE's Best Custom Knives by : Blade Editors
Download or read book BLADE's Best Custom Knives written by Blade Editors and published by F+W Media, Inc.. This book was released on 2014-02-15 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of articles marks the 40th anniversary of BLADE. Part one covers the years 1973-1988; part two, 1989-2000; and part three, 2001-2012.
Download or read book Samurai Sword written by John M. Yumoto and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2013-01-08 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The samurai sword: a symbol of the spirit of old Japan, it embodies the samurai's steel discipline, unswerving devotion and peerless skill. With its creation, a feat of craftsmanship passed down by generations of artisans, the samurai sword is generally considered to be superior even to the famed blades of Western Damascus and Toledo. The Samurai Sword Handbook is a precise exploration of the samurai sword designed for sword collectors as well as anyone intrigued by these ancient blades. Detailing the origins and development of the samurai sword, its historical background, styles, famous schools and differences in construction, this revised edition of the classic reference outlines methods of identifying and researching the sword, as well as caring for it properly. This must-have for sword lovers is sure to be a bestseller. Topics of this Samurai book include: Japanese History and the Samurai Sword Types of swords Parts of the sword Blade shape, construction, and grain The making of the sword Inscriptions and their readings Care and maintenance Appraisal and value Relative point values
Book Synopsis 101 Knife Designs by : Murray Carter
Download or read book 101 Knife Designs written by Murray Carter and published by F+W Media, Inc.. This book was released on 2013-05-28 with total page 311 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Great designs, great knives! In 101 Knife Designs, join master smith Murray Carter as he reveals the successful traits of knife designs that have lasted throughout history. Knife enthusiasts and knife makers alike will learn to: Identify common traits in great knives. Understand how to apply them to new knife design. For the first time ever, Carter shares details of his personal collection of successful patterns--created and perfected over decades of designing and making knives. Dazzling, full-color images of completed knives--from renowned photographer Hiro Soga--provide inspiration and direction as you apply these principles to create your own custom knife designs. With 101 Knife Designs, you, too, can make practical knives that will become cherished keepsakes.
Book Synopsis Knives 2024, 44th Edition by : Joe Kertzman
Download or read book Knives 2024, 44th Edition written by Joe Kertzman and published by Gun Digest Books. This book was released on 2023-10-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Showcasing the Finest Blades from the World's Great Knifemakers! For more than four decades, the team at BLADE Magazine has published this annual celebration of custom knives and knifemaking. This year's 44th edition continues that tradition of showing off the best of the best. Whether you're a collector looking for your next acquisition, a maker looking for inspiration or someone who simply appreciates the beauty and functionality of spectacular workmanship, KNIVES 2024, The World's Greatest Knife Book, is sure to satisfy. This 44th, full-color edition brings you more than 900 edged creations from across the globe, many of which can also be found at the annual BLADE Show, held annually in Atlanta, Georgia. And, as always, the Features section is loaded with immersive, entertaining and educational articles to help readers better understand nuances of creating fine blades. You'll also get to view jaw-dropping entries in the Factory Trends section, which features the latest in well-made fixed-blade and folding designs for everything from camping to EDC to kitchen use. Tying all of this information together is the Knifemakers Index so you have contact information at your fingertips when it's time to make a decision on your next purchase.
Book Synopsis The Case Cutlery Dynasty by : Brad Lockwood
Download or read book The Case Cutlery Dynasty written by Brad Lockwood and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Case Cutlery Dynasty: Tested XX is the extraordinary story of America's oldest and largest family of knife makers. Since the Civil War, four generations of relations have started over 30 cutlery companies, creating some of the most collected knives in the world. Their products are as rugged as the masters who made them. The Case family was, and remains, a melting pot of personalities - some as wild as the West they helped to settle. The book is written by a Case descendant, Brad Lockwood, who is an award-winning author of four books and was raised in Little Valley, New York - once known as 'The Village of Knives.' Covering 140 years of artisans in business, all related by blood but fiercely competitive, The Case Cutlery Dynasty shows how history becomes mythology over time, money is sometimes thicker than blood, and how a single family from humble beginnings came to dominate an important American industry.
Book Synopsis The American Cutler, Official Organ of the Cutlery Industry by :
Download or read book The American Cutler, Official Organ of the Cutlery Industry written by and published by . This book was released on 1917 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis New York Produce Review and American Creamery by :
Download or read book New York Produce Review and American Creamery written by and published by . This book was released on 1908 with total page 1020 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Writer's Guide to Weapons by : Benjamin Sobieck
Download or read book The Writer's Guide to Weapons written by Benjamin Sobieck and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-07-09 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When it comes to writing weapons, most authors shoot from the hip--and miss. The Writer's Guide to Weapons will help you hit your target every time. Firearms and knives have starring roles in a wide range of genres--crime, thriller, war, mystery, Western, and more. Unfortunately, many depictions of weapons in novels and film are pure fiction. Knowing the difference between a shotshell and a slug, a pistol and a revolver, or a switchblade and a butterfly knife is essential for imbuing your story with authenticity--and gaining popularity with discerning readers. Inside you'll find: • An in-depth look at the basics of firearms and knives: how they work, why they work, what they look like, and how to depict them accurately in your stories. • The biggest weapons myths in fiction, TV, and film. • A surefire guide for choosing the correct weapon for your characters, no matter their skill level, strength, or background. • A review of major gun and knife laws, weapons safety tips,and common police tactics. • "The Hit List," showcasing the most popular weapons for spies, detectives, gunslingers, gangsters, military characters, and more. • Examples highlighting inaccurate vs. accurate weapons depictions. • An insightful foreword by David Morrell, the award-winning creator of Rambo. Equal parts accessible, humorous, and practical, The Writer's Guide to Weapons is the one resource you need to incorporate firearms and knives into your fiction like a seasoned professional.
Book Synopsis Wayne Goddard's $50 Knife Shop by : Wayne Goddard
Download or read book Wayne Goddard's $50 Knife Shop written by Wayne Goddard and published by F+W Media, Inc.. This book was released on 2001-01-08 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Don't spend big bucks on your knife shop! If you've ever dreamed of making knives, Wayne Goddard will show you how to get started without investing a fortune in fancy gear. You'll learn all about selecting steel, forging, grinding, heat treating and finishing knives without the huge and expensive tools found in some shops. Goddard even teaches you to make wire Damascus blades with the simplest of tools. This book is a great companion to Godard's book, The Wonder of Knifemaking, and provides all the details needed to set up a backyard knife shop and start turning out great blades.
