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Product Identifiers
PublisherPaladin Press
ISBN-101581605439
ISBN-139781581605433
eBay Product ID (ePID)124924136
Product Key Features
Book TitleMaster Bladesmith : Advanced Studies in Steel
Number of Pages296 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicMilitary / Weapons, Metal Work
Publication Year1991
IllustratorYes
GenreHistory, Crafts & Hobbies
AuthorJim Hrisoulas
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight31.7 Oz
Item Length11 in
Item Width8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal621.932
SynopsisKEYNOTE * The Master Bladesmith is the perfect addition for those who wish to continue learning the art of the bladesmith after enjoying Hrisoulas' previous work The Complete Bladesmith This advanced study of steel reveals forging secrets that for centuries have been protected by guilds. Never-before-seen instructions, diagrams and photos explain the tricks behind using Japanese mokume gane, differential heat treating, power hammers, and other techniques to make kukris, wavy blades, spears and swords that bear the master's mark. Hrisoulas reveals numerous techniques and materials once only available to the chosen few who were within the inner circles of this specialist craft. Today the free exchange of information enriches the attempts of the contemporary bladesmith and the knowledge and secrets contained in this book will be of great help to the student of the custom blade. AUTHOR: Jim Hrisoulas is a master bladesmith specializing in medieval broadswords and daggers and Damascus pattern welding. He has almost 30 years of experience at the forge. Learn more about Jim's work at his web site www.atar.com Illustrated throughout, This advanced study of steel reveals forging secrets that for centuries have been protected by guilds. Never-before-seen instructions, diagrams and photos explain the tricks behind using Japanese mokume gane, differential heat treating, power hammers, and other techniques to make kukris, wavy blades, spears and swords that bear the master's mark.
LC Classification NumberTT220
