Damascus Knife Build

[brzo23]

That is a good looking knife right there!

[WildMatt84]

The edge and the grind are not necessarily the same thing. I free hand the grinds. I try to leave about 1/32" of material on the edge at this point.Then I heat treat, etch it, assemble the handle etc. I sharpen the edge as the final step. I have used Lansky sharpeners in the past and have been pleased. However, I have now switched to sharpening with my grinder to put convex edges on all my blades. I start with 320 grit and then proceed through 400 grit, 900 grit, 1200 grit, 2500 grit, 4500 grit and then finish on a felt belt loaded with polishing compound. This produces a mirrored edge that is scary sharp. There are a lot of other methods out there. That is just what works for me.

Thanks. I'm working in getting my shop together and then want to pick up knives as a hobby. I working on soaking up all the knowledge I can before then. I know most everything learned is by trial and error, but talkin to you guys helps build my base

[kahowell1]

Glad to help.

[Tejas Wildlife]

Howdy Keith, Just a follow up on the skinning knife you made for my buddy down near Palacios, TX. He has used it several times & LOVES IT! Said it was his first Damascus knife. THANK YOU for producing such a piece of artistry. I think that Santa is going to bring one to me this year, since the wife told me I should buy one for myself! Will contact you by PM to set it all up.

THANKS AGAIN!

[kahowell1]

I'm glad he likes it. I enjoy working on them.

[Tigers1]

Do you have a web site so I can see your knifes?

[kahowell1]

I have a website and a Facebook Page where you can view some of the knves I've done in the past.

http://www.howellcutlery.com/products.html

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=1520572&id=1679578032#!/pages/Howell-Cutlery/129780183898

[stx tomcat]

thank u for the information Is because I used a ovenheat oven to heat my blade

[Tigers1]

Got the info trying to decide what I want.......Thanks.