Schmidbauer, Heinrich
Making Hidden Tang Knives
- ISBN 13:
- 9780764340147
- author:
- Schmidbauer, Heinrich
- format:
- Spiral-bound
- publisher:
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd (US)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 112
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 1 x 22.4 cm
- Genre:
- Home & Garden, Crafts, Metal Work,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
This beginner-level guide provides step-by-step instructions for creating a fixed-blade hidden tang knife and a matching leather scabbard. Used by hunters and fishermen worldwide, these knives offer a comfortable grip due to their fully hidden tangs.
The book includes over 200 photos and diagrams, as well as detailed tools and materials lists, making it an ideal resource for knifemakers who want to create this type of knife with minimal power tool use. You'll also gain an understanding of various steels and handle materials for future projects.