Damascus Steel Blade Smithing
After much deliberation, I decided to forge an agressive kitchen knife with an all steel handle.
Step 1.  Layer 2 different types of high carbon steel and forge into a solid billet.
Step 2.  Layer and forge together different billets to form new patterns.
Step 3.  Hammer layered billet into a rough knife shape.
Step 4.  Grind, sand, and file away excess material to define the blade and handle. 
WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT
Well, while i was sanding the face of my blade, i slipped off the tip of the knife and then accidentally back into my palm.  The result of which was a deep gash that required three stitches.  But, Hey at least it works!
 
 
 
Knife Holder/ Butchers Block
 
 
 
 
Finished Knife and Block
Blade Smithing
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Blade Smithing

Damascus style blades

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