Author Archives: deker

I was reminded last night that there are still many misconceptions on Damascus, Pattern Welding, and Wootz steel. Not only among the general populous, but even among bladesmiths. So, I think I’m going to try and begin work on a section … Continue reading →

I started last night on a billet of W’s pattern and began taking pictures to fill in the gaps in my page on W’s. I’ll be continuing on that work and a few other things today in the shop, so … Continue reading →

So, a while ago I was visiting Butch Harner and saw this piece of redwood he had laying on the bench: It got me thinking…Tonight I finished this: The picture sucks, the lighting is bad and it’s blurry, but until … Continue reading →

Ok, not QUITE. I actually stopped at 11:40. Since it finally cooled down around here this evening, I decided to do some night time forging to beat the heat. Usually, I work at 5AM when we’re in the hot months, … Continue reading →

It’s official folks, the schedule for the 2010 Ashokan Knife Seminar has been released. I am honored to have been chosen to demonstrate this year. I certainly hope that I won’t let folks down. I’m also extremely excited getting to … Continue reading →