knife making

Knife making is the craft of shaping metal into a sharp, durable cutting tool. It involves selecting and heating steel, then forging or shaping it through hammering or pressing. After shaping, the blade is cooled (quenching) to enhance strength and then tempered to improve flexibility. The edge is ground and sharpened, and the handle is attached for gripping. The process combines scientific understanding of metallurgy with skillful artistry, resulting in a functional and often aesthetically pleasing tool tailored for specific tasks like cooking, hunting, or everyday use.