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Forging Japanese Knives for Beginners
Ernst G. Siebeneicher-Hellwig
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Description for Forging Japanese Knives for Beginners
Spiral bound. Num Pages: 128 pages, 195 color photos. BIC Classification: WFL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 146 x 17. Weight in Grams: 358.
Learn how to make two types of Japanese knives: a tanto (dagger) and a hocho (chef's knife) following traditional techniques. With step-by-step images and clear instructions, this how-to guide covers acquiring iron ore, building and using a bloomery furnace, forging the blades, fitting the blades with handles, and sharpening the blades with water stones. The process is further detailed with images that illustrate the structure of the blade and diagrams showing the construction of each knife. In addition, a history of these legendary blades, methods for determining carbon content, and tips on caring for the completed blades are included. This ... Read more
Learn how to make two types of Japanese knives: a tanto (dagger) and a hocho (chef's knife) following traditional techniques. With step-by-step images and clear instructions, this how-to guide covers acquiring iron ore, building and using a bloomery furnace, forging the blades, fitting the blades with handles, and sharpening the blades with water stones. The process is further detailed with images that illustrate the structure of the blade and diagrams showing the construction of each knife. In addition, a history of these legendary blades, methods for determining carbon content, and tips on caring for the completed blades are included. This ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
128
Format
Spiralbound
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
Weight
358g
Number of Pages
128
Place of Publication
Atglen, United States
ISBN
9780764345562
SKU
V9780764345562
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About Ernst G. Siebeneicher-Hellwig
Ernst G. Siebeneicher Hellwig is a member of the Munich Knife Group and has authored several books on knifemaking. Jürgen Rosinski is a blacksmith and former vocational teacher. He regularly teaches courses in knife forging.
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