Aredee

Sorry about that. I have updated my profile. I live in Chattanooga Tn.

Speaking of brass can you buy brass bars in local places or is it something you have to order?

Thank you very much, I will post pictures when I am done with the knife.

Thanks, Do you hand rub sand before or after hardening?

Ok I'm working on my first knife. I am doing stock removal, figured that would be a good place to start. I have the $50 knife shop book and it says don't go to thin or the blade could warp or crack when Heat treated. My question is how far is to far? The blade is from an old file. 1/16th on the spine and currently ~1/32 on the cutting edge. Thanks for the input.

Thank you for all the help. I just picked up the book The $50 knife shop. It is really good and I am learning a ton. As far as where I am at in Metal working I have worked with 304/316 st.stl for the last 8 years making counter-tops and sinks etc. As far as blacksmithing I have no experience. I was out yard sale hunting today looking for tools, files, etc.. Although I didn't find any tools I was able to find a pocket knife with a broke handle, with a 440c blade, that I am planning on making a new handle, for 25 cents. As far as location I live in Chattanooga, TN. Thank you again for all your help

Thank you for the information I will definitely look those up, and will look into forging:)

Hey everyone I am really interested in making knives. I have watched a bunch of videos on youtube and looked at stuff on the web. Can anyone recommend a good book? so some places that a nub can go look for info Thanks Craig