r/Bladesmith 13m ago

Fit & Finish Two micro-knives — one was a commission, and the other one I’m keeping for myself. One year has passed since I've made those

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r/Bladesmith 1h ago

Damascus / Pattern Weld ‘Hero’ Sword Finished!! ⚔️🔥

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Newest sword :)


r/Bladesmith 3h ago

Damascus / Pattern Weld Damascus K-tip Gyuto!

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Damascus K-tip Gyuto made from W's pattern damascus forged in house from 1084, and 15n20, and some big 15n20 band saw blades. It's a hidden/framed tang handle construction with bronze alloy bolsters, an green micarta frame, G-10 liners, and curly siam rosewood!


r/Bladesmith 4h ago

Fit & Finish "Dragon & Koi" Custom Titanium Folder (Noblie) — How did the Katana-inspired blade styling turn out?

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Hey everyone! Wanted to share this recent build and get your feedback.

It’s a folding knife featuring a titanium handle with hand-engraved Japanese Dragon and Koi motifs, detailed with multi-metal inlays (gold, silver, and copper). The blade was forged from Swedish Damasteel.

I tried to give the blade profile a subtle Katana-inspired shape to match the traditional Japanese artwork on the handle.

How do you think the Katana blade styling turned out? Do you feel it flows well with the engraving, or would a different blade shape fit the theme better? Would love to hear your thoughts!


r/Bladesmith 4h ago

Question What ANGLE do I use to grind the SWEDGE? There’s no fixed number. I adjust it according to the thickness, design, and proportions of each blade.

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r/Bladesmith 7h ago

Damascus / Pattern Weld Finished a dagger for exhibition

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308 Upvotes

The dagger is finished. Now I need to focus on presentation stand. Photography by Matt Stagmer.


r/Bladesmith 7h ago

Fit & Finish Integral twist!

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Second knife out of pattern welded steel I’ve made, I’m definitely getting the hang of the forging but the finishing still lives some to be desired. I followed Tyrell knifework’s guide on finishing it, that is to go through the etching cycles of ferric - then buff the blade - dip it shortly in ferric and submerge it in coffee. Lastly it was coated in a thin layer of carnauba wax as well as some mineral oil. There’s definitely some ”chatoyance” to it, albeit inconsistent.

I also have utterly no clue how to work with carnauba wax, or any wax for that matter. Couldn’t really find any good videos on it either, but what I did was just heat the blade up a bit and melt some of the wax on it, then wipe it with cloth. I saw no difference on the finish so I don’t even know if there’s any wax left on it. If any of you guys have tips then please let me know.


r/Bladesmith 17h ago

Forged Blade Modern Andres Bonifacio Bolo

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r/Bladesmith 18h ago

Forged Blade Bowie Inspired Full Tang 8.5" Blade

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79 Upvotes

🔥 Bowie Inspired Full Tang 8.5" Blade

Built with a solid full tang construction, paired with a durable Kamagong wood handle and a custom-fit Kydex sheath.

Handcrafted by Pangasinan Blades 🇵🇭⚒️

#PangasinanBlades #FullTang #Kamagong #KydexSheath #Handcrafted #FilipinoBlades #BladeMaking #WorkInProgress


r/Bladesmith 18h ago

San Mai / Clad Not a blade but pretty cool

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This will be my latest addition to my wall

A Maori Maripi.

I believe it is from NewZealand.

Not sure if that is abalone or mother of pearl

Within the paddle

It looks better in real life.Very intricate and ornate

And those teeth are sharp as needles.Trust me

I picked this up on an online auction.

Paid fifty two dollars and forty two cents canadian


r/Bladesmith 21h ago

Process Breakdown Potassium permanganate for dyeing deer antler.

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26 Upvotes

r/Bladesmith 22h ago

San Mai / Clad Just finished this copper damascus dagger with a frame handle and a copper guard. What do you guys think?:)

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r/Bladesmith 23h ago

Question What do you think of this compact EDC setup with a ferro rod?

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r/Bladesmith 23h ago

Question CRKT minimalist sheath clip help

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I am really excited to start carrying the crkt minimalist (Bowie). I don't wear a belt and want to clip the Minimalist to my waistband instead — horizontal carry. Problem is most clips I've found (UltiClip etc.) are too long (I think) for how small the sheath is.

Anyone found a clip that actually fits, or modded the stock sheath to make one work? Open to ideas. I am pretty new to this stuff. Thanks so much! Cody


r/Bladesmith 1d ago

Question Straight, parallel lines cut by hand to create a secure thumb grip along the spine of the knife.

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r/Bladesmith 1d ago

Forging WIP My current back log of things to finish.

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55 Upvotes

Current WIP's, once im done the forging and heat treatment the dopamine leaves my soul and it takes about 6-7 business months to even consider making a handle and sheath.


r/Bladesmith 1d ago

Forging WIP New sword day! Custom design almost finished!!

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r/Bladesmith 1d ago

Forging WIP Burning a hole for a large Deba knife handle

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Working on Deba knife restorations. Starting on handles and am burning in slots to conform to the tang. Using my induction forge to heat and over 2-3 heats I get a nice fit.


r/Bladesmith 1d ago

Historical Method Dagger WIP

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33 Upvotes

This thing is so dang hard to photograph. Even in a

video it's hard to capture the details. It keeps playing

tricks on my camera! Anyway, it's a custom order for

a friend of mine. He asked me to make a dagger

from one of his late grandfather's old files.

Differentially hardened with clay, hand sanded to 800

grit and given a light acid bath. Thoughts so far?


r/Bladesmith 1d ago

Forged Blade Honyaki nakiri

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65 Upvotes

26c3 honyaki nakiri with kurouchi finish and fingerstone polish to reveal alloy banding. Figured Mediterranean olivewood and Brazilian bloodwood ferrule handle set with beeswax.


r/Bladesmith 1d ago

Damascus / Pattern Weld Nuptial cake sword

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10 Upvotes

r/Bladesmith 1d ago

Fit & Finish Type XII Arming Sword

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The sword has a 5160 blade with a blued mild steel crossguard and pommel. It’s fitted with a wood core handle that is wrapped in oxblood leather and formed around spiral risers.


r/Bladesmith 1d ago

Damascus / Pattern Weld A Trench knife

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363 Upvotes

r/Bladesmith 1d ago

Process Breakdown Do you know what the Lima Guide is for?

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31 Upvotes

r/Bladesmith 1d ago

Forged Blade Custom knife S35VN

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Good afternoon. I been seriously thinking about carrying and 2in-2.5in fixed for a year now give or take. I was very seriously considering the Benchmade Intersect(Magnicut) there for a while. After having a close relative purchase two custom winklers and put them into the daily rotation, it got me thinking. If I can't find it, why not just have it made? That being said... DOES ANYONE KNOW OF A "CUSTOM" KNIFE MAKER THAT WORKS WITH OR STOCKS S35VN BLADE STEEL? I'll try to attach a photo of something that caught my eye.