Powerful bladesmithing techniques for intermediate knife makers Have you made your first knife, a few maybe, but you feel like you could improve and expand your bladesmithing skills? Are your knives losing their edge after sharpening them a few times? Are small details of imperfection in your blades bothering you? Are you tired of making the same boring and flawed knife? I, Wes Sander, will share with you powerful techniques and secrets to take your bladesmithing skills to the next level. In this book you will discover: - The secrets of making a Damascus knife in just 9 steps - The most cost-effective way to make a knife - How you can make your first sword in just 17 steps, start to finish - 10 essential tools that you need to have when bladesmithing - A simple technique, used by master bladesmiths, that will prevent your blade from shattering - How to build a simple but effective forge - The #1 high-performance steel that you should use to make knives Are you frustrated with the archaic and cryptic language of higher level bladesmithing authors? This book has been designed to have simple language so that it is easy for you to grasp even the most complex concepts. The assorted collection of techniques in this book can help you add a unique touch to your creations. Here are the answers to some questions you might have about this book: Q: I have only made a few knives in my workshop till now. Can this book help me to make swords and Damascus knives? A: Yes. The steps laid out inside this book have been designed for the bladesmith that has a little bit of experience making knives, so that he/she can take their craft to the next level. Q: How is the author qualified to teach these bladesmithing techniques? A: I, Wes Sander, am an expert bladesmith. I have forged many Damascus swords, knives, and katanas to know what I'm doing. Additionally, I have had the priviledge to attend many BLADE conventions and other exhibitions to know the craft of other bladesmiths as well. So yes, I would say I'm qualified to bring you results when teaching you how to make swords and knives. Q: I don't have a lot of tools to start. Can I still make knives and swords using your book? A: Only a few tools are required to start with this book. The rest you can make or acquire along your bladesmithing journey. The book even has a step-by-step guide to making your own forge. Even someone without a forge can start You can learn and improve as a bladesmith by expanding your smithing knowledge and skills, with this guide to help you do it. Every day that you delay improving your bladesmithing skills is another day that you waste your stock and time on forging the same boring and flawed knife. Take action and buy this book now
I used to struggle with knife making, but once I learned these secrets... Are you a bladesmith looking to get the most out of his next project? Are you looking for that one tip that could change the quality of your knives drastically? Are you stuck with a problem in your newest build, and are looking for a way to fix it? Are you looking to upgrade your bladesmithing skills within minimum time? Tips are a great way to enhance your bladesmithing knowledge and avoid mistakes. The best part is that they only have a small time investment of just a few seconds. That is why I have compiled 101 bladesmithing tips that any bladesmith can benefit from, regardless of his skill level. And as a starter, I want to reveal 2 tips for FREE: 1. If you want to have a sharp knife, while maintaining a thick spine, do a hollow grind for your knife. 2. Here's a slow but certain way to get good grind lines on your knife: Scribe a top line for the bevels on each side, and a center line. Start grinding with stone wheels, then switch to files. This is just a starter, there are 99 more tips that you will find inside this book. Inside this book you will discover: The #1 steel you should use to make your first knife The real reason why a $3000 knife commands it's price The 'golden rule' of bladesmithing and how it will help you make better knives 2 tools that can replace 50% of the tools in your shop for shaping and grinding One common household item you can use to darken the etch on your Damascus steel 1 heat treating mistake that could potentially double the time taken for heat treatment One mistake that could ruin your grind lines while using a belt sander The right grind to use on your knife when you want it to be a jack-of-all-trades The #1 grinding tool you should use, if your struggling with getting good bevel lines on your knife How to get good grind lines on your knife, with this 'slow and certain' method How to clean your sharpening stone An essential but overlooked part of knife design, that instantly marks you as either a master or a novice How this common household oil can become an instant quench tank How to quickly reduce the size of a large leaf spring, without using a power hammer The most cost-effective method to make a knife ...And many more valuable tips that could potentially upgrade your bladesmithing skills, or save your latest build. But will these tips be useful for all skill levels, even for the beginner? Yes, while there are some tips that will help you further along your bladesmithing journey, beginners can take advantage of most of the tips inside this book. Everyday that you delay is another day that goes by without you discovering that 1 tip that could improve the quality of your knives. Take action and buy this book now!
If you want to make knives, without spending top dollar on store-bought steel bars, then read on... Have you come across a piece of scrap steel that is perfect for forging into a knife? Do you want to practice bladesmithing techniques, without having to sacrifice good steel? Are you looking for a cheap alternative until you gain a little bit of experience? Did you just buy scrap steel for cheap, and want to start forging it? Then read the next line carefully. Scrap steel is unlike known steel. You need to know the exact procedure for forging it into a proper blade, so that it doesn't break, or become a health hazard. Inside this book you will discover: The #1 scrap steel any beginner should start with How to guess what steel a leaf spring is made of, and get it right 99% of the time The type of cable you should never use while making cable Damascus How to make sure your knife scales lie flush against your blade, even if you don't have a belt sander The best way to reduce the size of a leaf spring that is too big, even if you dont have a power hammer 1 key step that you always need to perform before forging a leaf spring One simple test that will ensure that your scrap steel is properly hardened How to make an anvil out of a railroad track One simple test to determine if a scrap steel is worthy of forging into a knife Scrap steel is perfect for practicing grinding and heat treatment techniques. So, you can get better at bladesmithing without spending excess money on buying steel. But do you need power tools to forge scrap steel? No. Most of the steels inside this book have forging/stock removal instructions with minimal use of power tools. And they can also be forged with no power tools. But to be honest, without them the work would be tedious, trust me. Learn scrap forging before you decide to make bad steel into a knife, only to have it shatter into pieces the first time you use it. Forge your scrap into a knife by buying this book now
Do you make these bladesmithing mistakes? Have you ever wondered why your knife doesn't come out quite as perfect as a master bladesmith's knife? Or why your blade warped after heat treatment? Or why you're unable to machine certain stock steels? Or why your pins don't align properly on your knife's handle? Do you want to know and avoid mistakes, before they ever happen? Imagine this, you suddenly have the power to avoid any mistakes, before they ever happen, and you always have a high-quality in your hands. I, Wes Sander, have compiled 101 of the most devastating mistakes any bladesmith can make. Inside this book you will discover: The easiest steel to work with for a beginner knife maker 1 outdated quenching technique that you NEED to stop doing immediately 1 grinding mistake that could ruin the heat treat on your blade, and how to solve it The #1 belt type you should while using a belt sander Why sharpening your knife is not enough and what you should do to retain your knife's sharpness over a long period of time 1 simple hammering adjustment that could increase your efficiency and make your knives better 1 compound, you should never use, unless you want to ruin your kydex sheath with a nasty white film Why assuming every steel heat treats the same way is a huge blunder What tool to use to mark kydex and leather, without it becoming permanent on the material 1 epoxy mistake that could ruin your knife in seconds, as it cures on your tang and scales Why hard work isn't always the best option while making knives One knife making habit that could become a crutch for a bladesmith later in his career, and hamper his craft 1 sharpening mistake that could ruin your hard worked edges within a few strokes Which tools you should never invest in, if you're on a budget If you want to invest in your craft and catch mistakes before they happen, then this book is for you. Take action before you lose yet another knife to a mistake that could have been prevented. If you want to catch that one mistake that is holding you back from making a truly great knife then buy this book now
Powerful bladesmithing techniques for beginner, intermediate and advanced knife makers Do you want to make your first knife but don't know where to start? Does your pride in your bladesmithing skills motivate you to take them to the next level? Do you want buyers to come begging to buy your knives? Are you constantly inspired by popular bladesmithing TV shows, and want to improve and compare to the master bladesmiths present on them? I, Wes Sander, will share the secrets of creating knives and swords that are easy to make yet strong and sharp. Note: This book has 3 manuscripts in 1 book Book 1: Bladesmithing: A Definitive Guide Towards Bladesmithing Mastery Book 2: Intermediate Guide to Bladesmithing: Make Knives, Swords, and Forge Damascus Book 3: Advanced Guide to Bladesmithing: Forge Pattern Welded Damascus Swords, Japanese Blades, and Make Sword Scabbards If you want to learn how to make a knife and deepen your bladesmithing knowledge, then this book is for you. In this book you will discover: - The most cost-effective method to make your first knife - How you can make your first sword, in just 17 steps, start to finish - The 10 step method to forging a pattern welded Damascus sword - 4 techniques that will 'reveal' the end grain texture of your Damascus knife - How to forge, assemble, heat treat, and polish a Japanese sword - The secret temperature to correctly temper your Japanese blade - The #1 high-performance steel that you should use to make knives - How to build a simple but effective forge - A simple technique, used by master bladesmiths, that will prevent your blade from shattering, even if it's your first time making a knife - How to set up a good working shop, without breaking the bank with expensive machinery Here are the answers to some questions you might have about this book: Q: I have never made a knife before. Can your book still help me to make swords and Damascus knives? A: Yes. The steps laid out inside this book have been designed to guide even the person who has no experience making knives, so you can get started no matter what your skill level is! Q: How is the author qualified to teach these bladesmithing techniques? A: I, Wes Sander, am an expert bladesmith with experience in bladesmithing since 1999. I have forged many Damascus swords, knives, and katanas to effectively teach others how to do so. Additionally, I have had the privilege to attend many BLADE conventions and other exhibitions to know the craft of other bladesmiths as well. So yes, I would say I'm qualified to bring you results when teaching you how to make swords and knives. Q: I don't have a lot of tools to start. Can I still make knives and swords using your book? A: Only a few tools are required to start with this book. The rest you can make or acquire along your bladesmithing journey. The book even has a step-by-step guide to making your own forge. Even someone without a forge can start! The number of ideas you can realise for your knives is directly related to your understanding of various bladesmithing techniques and the characteristics of different materials. Get started before you find the perfect piece of stock steel, but are unable to forge it. Take action now and buy this book by scrolling up and clicking the 'Buy Now' button
Powerful techniques to heat treat your knife at home or in a small workshop Do you want to avoid the heart break of chipping or shattering your knife, that you spent hours to make? Do you want to heat treat your knife at home or in your workshop, instead of spending money on getting it done from a heat treatment company? Does understanding heat treatment seem time-consuming and difficult, and you want to achieve good results without much effort? I, Wes Sander, will share my secret to hardening and tempering knives such that they remain tough and can hold an edge for long. In this book you will discover: - One simple technique, used by master bladesmiths, that will prevent your knife from shattering, even if it's your first time making a blade - The biggest heat treating mistake you could be making, that is ruining the quality of your blades - 1 crucial heat treatment step, without which your whole heat treatment process is futile - 1 quenching tip that will get you a harder knife fast - One easy-to-find quenching oil, that is not only effective, but also reduces the chances of your knife cracking - 1 serious mistake that could cost you your whole workshop - How to make a simple forge, so you can start heat treatment even in your backyard or a small worshop Here are the answers to some questions you might have about this book: Q: I don't have a forge. Can I still heat treat my knives? A: Yes. This book actually has a guide to making a small forge. On top of that to temper your knives, you can simply use an electric oven. So, even if you don't have the tools, with the help of this book you can make the tools first and then heat treat. No matter how humble your workshop, you can achieve a good heat treat on your knives if you know the techniques well. Q: Will the techniques mentioned inside this book work for me? A: Yes. The techniques inside this book are tried and tested, and have been described in a practical manner, such that you can read and apply the techniques simultaneously. Bladesmiths of any skill level can do this. Q: Will this book be easy to understand? A: This book has been written in a practical fashion such that you can apply these techniques the minute you read them. Unlike some other heat treatment books, this book is dedicated to blademaking steels, including Damascus and stainless steel. All temperatures are in Fahrenheit, so it easy for you to adjust settings on American equipment. You absolutely don't need to know metallurgy to start heat treating your knives. Everyday that you delay is another day that you either spend excess money on sending your knives to heat treatment plants OR take the risk of shattering your knife altogether. So if you want to stop that and always get tough and sharp knives then... Take action and buy this book now
If you are new to blacksmithing, and want to decrease your learning curve significantly, then read on... Do you want to begin blacksmithing, but don't know where to start? Are you a novice blacksmith, looking to improve your craft? Do you want to set up a workshop, without breaking the bank with expensive machinery? Do you want to know how you can forge your own tools, from scratch? I, Wes Sander, will share 20 secrets that every novice blacksmith should know before starting. These secrets will: 1. Save your money on tools that are not very useful for the beginner 2. Save you time across various smithing projects 3. Help you improve your blacksmithing skills You can learn how to become a beginner blacksmith, even if you have never lifted a hammer to strike hot iron Some of the secrets you will discover inside this book are... The 8 fundamental blacksmithing technique that every novice should know 1 simple adjustment that will improve your hammering efficiency dramatically How to turning bloom iron into useable pieces, even if you have a primitive workshop The method to finding out exactly which smithing items sell, that blacksmiths know but won't tell you The #1 tool you should use to make a rivet How to turn a simple rebar into a great 'gift' The #1 steel you should use to forge your first knife Many more secrets are waiting to be discovered by you. In addition you will receive not one, but two free bonuses inside: How to make your own coal forge How to turn a railroad track into an anvil But will it take a lot of tools to start blacksmithing? This book has been designed such that you require only the most basic tools. The rest you can actually make yourself, using what's taught inside this book. Also, consider this... Every day that you delay is another day you deny your passion for blacksmithing. So if you want to get started while saving time and money on mistakes, then take action and buy this book now
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Powerful bladesmithing techniques for beginner, intermediate and advanced knife makers Note: This book has 3 manuscripts in 1 book Book 1: Bladesmithing: A Definitive Guide Towards Bladesmithing Mastery Book 2: Intermediate Guide to Bladesmithing Book 3: Advanced Guide to Bladesmithing
Powerful bladesmithing techniques for advanced knife and sword makers Do you crave the challenge of making the 'perfect knife'? Does your pride in your bladesmithing skills motivate you to take them to the next level? Are you constantly inspired by popular bladesmithing TV shows, and want to improve and compare to the master bladesmiths present on them? My name is Wes Sander, and like you, I too strive to better my bladesmithing craft and take it to the next level. Throughout my journey, I have learned several advanced techniques and discovered some powerful secrets that have helped me forge better knives. I will share them inside this book. If making the same knife bores you and you constantly search for adding a new twist to your creations... If you want to deepen your knowledge to forge better blades, then this book is for you. In this book you will discover: - The 10 step method to forging a pattern welded Damascus sword - 4 techniques that will 'reveal' the end grain texture of your Damascus blade - How to make mosaic Damascus patterns in your sword using the 'spiderwebs' technique - How to forge, assemble, heat treat and polish a Japanese sword - The secret temperature to correctly temper your Japanese blade - How to make your first sword scabbard - The #1 solution you should use while acid etching your knife - 3 simple 'hacks' to finding the perfect raw materials for using scrimshaw on your knife Here are the answers to some questions you might have about this book: Q: What kind of techniques will I get to learn in this book? A: You will get to learn to multiple advanced techniques like stainless steel forging, Japanese bladesmithing, Pattern welded Damascus forging, etching Damascus steel and more. Q: Will I get to learn how to properly heat treat the different kinds of blades that are included in this book? A: Of course. This book has special heat treating procedures for stainless steel, Damascus steel, and Japanese swords. Q: I sell the knives that I make. Can using these advanced techniques help me charge higher prices from my clients? A: While I can't guarantee any monetary profit from this book, blades that have used techniques like the ones taught in this book have been known to be prized and will probably fetch higher prices than the average blade convention knife. If you sell your creations, you will cherish the look on your client's face when your knife or sword meets their expectations The number of ideas you can realize for your creations is directly related to your understanding of various bladesmithing techniques and the characteristics of different materials. Every day that you delay is another day that you stagnate in your growth as a bladesmith. Take action and buy this book now
Powerful bladesmithing techniques for advanced knife and sword makers Do you crave the challenge of making the 'perfect knife'? Does your pride in your bladesmithing skills motivate you to take them to the next level? Are you constantly inspired by popular bladesmithing TV shows, and want to improve and compare to the master bladesmiths present on them? My name is Wes Sander, and like you, I too strive to better my bladesmithing craft and take it to the next level. Throughout my journey, I have learned several advanced techniques and discovered some powerful secrets that have helped me forge better knives. I will share them inside this book. If making the same knife bores you and you constantly search for adding a new twist to your creations... If you want to deepen your knowledge to forge better blades, then this book is for you. In this book you will discover: - The 10 step method to forging a pattern welded Damascus sword - 4 techniques that will 'reveal' the end grain texture of your Damascus blade - How to make mosaic Damascus patterns in your sword using the 'spiderwebs' technique - How to forge, assemble, heat treat and polish a Japanese sword - The secret temperature to correctly temper your Japanese blade - How to make your first sword scabbard - The #1 solution you should use while acid etching your knife - 3 simple 'hacks' to finding the perfect raw materials for using scrimshaw on your knife Here are the answers to some questions you might have about this book: Q: What kind of techniques will I get to learn in this book? A: You will get to learn to multiple advanced techniques like stainless steel forging, Japanese bladesmithing, Pattern welded Damascus forging, etching Damascus steel and more. Q: Will I get to learn how to properly heat treat the different kinds of blades that are included in this book? A: Of course. This book has special heat treating procedures for stainless steel, Damascus steel, and Japanese swords. Q: I sell the knives that I make. Can using these advanced techniques help me charge higher prices from my clients? A: While I can't guarantee any monetary profit from this book, blades that have used techniques like the ones taught in this book have been known to be prized and will probably fetch higher prices than the average blade convention knife. If you sell your creations, you will cherish the look on your client's face when your knife or sword meets their expectations! The number of ideas you can realize for your creations is directly related to your understanding of various bladesmithing techniques and the characteristics of different materials. Every day that you delay is another day that you stagnate in your growth as a bladesmith. Take action and buy this book now!
Powerful bladesmithing techniques for beginner and intermediate knife makers Have you ever felt like making a knife, and realized that reliable sources of information on bladesmithing were scarce and expensive? Have you joined all bladesmithing forums and scoured the internet for material, but still find yourself a little bit short on information? Do you want to take your bladesmithing skills to the next level? I, Wes Sander will share the secrets of creating knives and swords that are easy to make yet strong and sharp. Note: This is book has 2 manuscripts in 1 book Book 1: Bladesmithing: A Definitive Guide Towards Bladesmithing Mastery (Beginner's Guide) Book 2: Intermediate Guide to Bladesmithing: Make Knives, Swords and Forge Damascus (Intermediate Guide) This book is designed to guide you from making your first knife, all the way to creating more advanced Damascus knives and swords. In this book you will learn about: - The most cost-effective method to make your first knife - The secrets of making a Damascus knife in just 9 steps - How you can make your first sword, in just 17 steps, start to finish - The secrets of Japanese blade making - The #1 high-performance steel that you should use to make knives - A simple technique, used by master bladesmiths, that will prevent your blade from shattering, even if it's your first time making a knife - How to set up a good working shop, without breaking the bank with expensive machinery - 10 essential tools that you need to have when bladesmithing - 1 blade sharpening tip, to help you create the perfect edge - How to build a simple but effective forge Are you frustrated with the archaic and cryptic language of higher level bladesmithing authors? This book has been made to avoid as much of the complicated jargon related to bladesmithing as possible, and the whole idea is to keep the book simple. Here are the answers to some questions you might have about this book: Q: What is this book about? A: This book is a 2 in 1 guide on how to start bladesmithing with the barest of tools, and then taking your skills to the next level with the intermediate guide. Q: Who should read this book? A: If you are interested in making knives and swords of any kind, you would want to read this book. Anyone looking to learn unique bladesmithing techniques should also read this book. Q: Do I need to have tools before I read this book? A: Only the bare minimum are required. The rest you can make or acquire along your journey. The book even has a step-by-step guide to making your own forge, so you don't need to start out with one. Q: What am I going to learn in this book? A: In Book 1, I teach how to start bladesmithing from scratch and how to make knives in just 10 steps. In Book 2, you are taught more advanced topics like how to make a sword, how to forge Damascus knives, Japanese bladesmithing and lost wax casting. The goal of this book is to make sure that you spend as less time reading while applying the knowledge in this book. You can learn and improve as a bladesmith by expanding your smithing knowledge and skills. This guide will help you do it. I want you to get through this book quickly and start making knives. ☆★☆ Buy the $23.97 paperback version and get the $3.99 Kindle version for absolutely FREE! ☆★☆ Every day that you delay, is another day that you deny your own desire for making knives. Take action and buy this book now by clicking the 'Buy now with 1-click' button
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