Schroen Karl. The Hand Forged Knife. An Introduction to the Working of Modern Tool Steels

Knife World Pubns., 1984. — 136 p. — ISBN: 0-940362-08-2.A complete introduction to the practical construction of hand-forged knives. Over 160 photos accompany the well-written text, instructing the reader on every step of the process. Included is an introduction to steels, forging, annealing, hardening and tempering; a detailed study of various steels; the blacksmith shop-tools and equipment used; forging operations- how to do it; and finishing the knife- handles, sharpening, sheath making, etc