The craft of knifemaking is alive and well, as evidenced by the stunning edged masterpieces revealed between the covers of the best book on blades ever published---Knives 2011
The art of fashioning knives includes carving, engraving, sculpting, scrimshaw, jewel inlaying, damascus-making and more. Never have so many embellishments been revealed in one medium, then captured in a full-color, glossy, photo-driven book such as this must-have volume that's ready for the coffee table or special place on the bookshelf.
Each bladed creation is a work of art in its own right, and a credit to its maker. Enjoy this tour of excellence in knifemaking!
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Joe Kertzman, an avid knife enthusiast, is managing editor of Blade Magazine. Other books by Kertzman include Art of the Knife and Blade's Guide to Making Knives
Joe Kertzman has authored 12 editions of the Knives annual book, as well as theArt of the Knife, BLADE's Guide to Making Knives and four editions ofSporting Knives. Joe is also Managing Editor of BLADE Magazine.
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