Expert Knife Makers: Tips On How To Be One

By George Dodson


Knives have been around as long as man has needed to separate something. You will find that the design, material and features of a knife has evolved since its discovery and are still evolving presently.

You can find lots of people who find collecting knives as a hobby. Of course, who would not recognize the infamous kitchen knife which every household has. Knives are also a must have for those who are engaging in outdoor activities such as camping, hiking and hunting. With the increased demand in knives, more and more companies are also increasing in number. There are also companies who make cheap knives because they know that they can sell them. Someone who's serious about knives, wants the quality and durability. How does someone become a master knife maker?

In order to become a master knife maker, you need have a full understanding about what knives are all about. You should know that there are about a thousand of knife types and classifications in the market and have to know each one of these is your primary duty. The reason for this is that depending on the type of knife that someone is considering, construction process is different. The shape and design of the knife used in combat is entirely different than the one that the surgeon uses. We are designed differently, and constructed differently.

As one master knife maker put it, every blade is designed to serve a specific purpose. An effective knife maker should know how to design a knife for a specific purpose and should have a thorough knowledge with regard to metalwork. All of these skills are necessary if you want to be a master knife maker.

Most knife makers will tell you that, in their occupation, form meets function. If someone has a need for throwing knife, it needs to be worked in a special way so it has perfect balance. If someone is looking for a rugged hunting knife, it has to be designed in such a way that it is durable and yet performs the function that is demanded of it.

There are a lot of materials that a knife maker can use for his or her knives. The type of material that the knife maker uses depends on the function. There a lot of knives designed with materials for durability. There are also those knives that require thinner materials for thin slicing and there are also those that should be thick for hard cutting.

Creating knives are also a form of an art thus making knife makers artists. A part of their job description is to be able to create a knife that can be used outdoors, in the kitchen, something to cut thin or large items and others.

Therefore, being a master knife maker will require you to have that special skills and a good understanding about knives as well as the design and function that your knife should possess.




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