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Mastering the Craft: How to Forge a Razor-Sharp O1 Tool Steel Knife from Start to Finish

Knife making is both an art and a science, and O1 tool steel has long been a favorite among bladesmiths for its toughness, edge retention, and ease of heat treatment. In this video, we take you ...
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THE TUNNEL BLACKSMITH; One of the Most Important Workers of the Underground Road. Almost an Artist in the Handling of Steel -- Needs Wonderful Skill to Temper Tools.

TimesMachine is an exclusive benefit for home delivery and digital subscribers. About the Archive This is a digitized version of an article from The Times’s print archive, before the start of online ...