Making Your Own Bush Knife: A Beginner's Guide for the Backyard Knifemaker - Couverture souple

Richardson, Bradley

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ISBN 10 : 1497100127 ISBN 13 : 9781497100121

Editeur : Fox Chapel Publishing, 2020

Synopsis

From outdoor excursions to everyday use at home, bush knives are practical, useful tools. Now, you can make your own!

• Go-to guide for the beginning knifemaker, metalsmith, or craftsman to forge a bush knife in your own backyard
• Learn the techniques of forging and stock removal, as well as how to select, quench, and grind steel into a bush knife
• Helpful information on the types of forges and fuel
• Written by an experienced blacksmith and knifemaker, Bradley Richardson, who you might recognize from the History Channel's Alone

Great for beginner knifemaking enthusiasts, metalsmithing hobbyists, and craftsman, Making Your Own Bush Knife will teach you how to select the steel, forge it, quench it, and grind it into a usable knife. Learn the techniques of forging and stock removal, and how to achieve great results with simple power tools or hand tools.

This book makes it easy for beginners to get started, with no need for all the expensive equipment and tons of space. With a small propane or coal forge in your backyard and just a few other pieces of equipment, you can discover and enjoy the craft of knifemaking!

Author, avid outdoorsman, blacksmith, knifemaking instructor, and member of the American Bladesmith Society, Bradley Richardson is known for his high-quality custom knives. He founded Timberlee Tool & Trade where he and his brother Josh sell his gorgeous custom blades. He has also appeared in the History Channel's show Alone, where his survival prowess and expertise on knives proved vital. During his two-season tenure, Richardson spent time in Western Canada and Northern Mongolia relying on his handmade knives to survive.

"Many of those interested in knife making may seem overwhelmed with how much time and effort can go into creating a single knife," says Richardson. "I'm here to break things down and simplify the process."

Richardson has gathered all his knifemaking experience, technical tips, and guidance, and presents it within Making Your Own Bush Knife!

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À propos de l'auteur

An experienced blacksmith and outdoorsman, Bradley Richardson appeared in two seasons of the History Channel's TV show, Alone where his knifemaking skills proved to be vital. Having a background in furniture making, he acquired simple blacksmithing equipment and learned his way around the anvil to forge his own hardware. Soon, he forged his first knife in his father's backyard and quickly grew passionate for creating custom knives with a focus on the ancient art of Damascus steel. A member of the American Bladesmith Society with over 19K YouTube subscribers, Richardson is known for his knife making videos and founded Timberlee Tool & Trade where he sells his handcrafted work. He also leads instructional classes and one-on-one workshops in his blacksmith studio where he shares his expertise with aspiring knifemakers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Fox Chapel Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2020
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1497100127
• ISBN 13: 9781497100121
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 184
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible