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Canadian Knifemaker

  1. Welcome to Canadian Knifemaker

    1. New Member Introductions

      Jump in here and tell us about yourself
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      Latest: Drowning In Comox Rain Eric R, Mar 1, 2023
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    2. Forum Rules

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      Latest: Forum Rules for Canadian Knifemaker Mythtaken, Jul 15, 2013
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  2. News & Information

    1. Knife Shows & Events

      Upcoming knifemaking events
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      Latest: Reynolds Alberta Museum Metal Art Show LeclairKnives, Aug 17, 2022
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    2. Affiliated Sites

      A list of other sites supporting Canadian Knifemakers
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      Latest: The Canadian Bladesmith And Blacksmith Directory Mythtaken, Feb 11, 2021
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    3. Canadian Suppliers

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      Latest: For Soft Bricks, Kaowool And Other Stuff Grouch, Oct 18, 2022
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    4. Knifemaker Clubs & Organizations

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      Knifemaker Clubs & Organizations

      Sub-Forums

      1. Saskatchewan Knifemakers Guild

      Latest: Where In Saskatchewan Can I Buy Good Coal? Dave Hodson, May 8, 2021

  3. Making Knives

    1. Design

      Discussions about designing knives. Making and using templates, sharing ideas.
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      Latest: 8 1/2 Chef Knife Tom Stegner, Jan 1, 2023
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    2. Steel, Hardware, & Handle Material

      Which steel to choose? What handle material?
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      Latest: Blank For A Noob? Zakalwe, Feb 6, 2023
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    3. Working the Steel

      All about cutting, forging, grinding and filing. Making the blade and other bits.
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      Latest: Basic Order Of Steps? keiden scott, Jan 19, 2022
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    4. Heat Treating

      All about the science (or dark magic) that turns steel into blades.
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      Latest: Saw Blades Denis Gagne, Sep 1, 2022
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    5. Fit & Finish

      Putting it all together.
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      Latest: Bolster Materials? FORGE, Sep 19, 2022
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    6. Filework

      Giving your knives some extra appeal.
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      Latest: Checkering Files dancom, Mar 18, 2021
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    7. Making Your Mark

      Everything about marking your knives, from designing your mark to getting it on the blade.
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      Latest: Stamp Or Etch? Dave Hodson, Dec 25, 2022
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    8. Sharpening

      Tools and methods for getting that perfect edge.
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      Latest: Tsprof: What Is The Difference Between The Different Models. RussGen, Mar 4, 2022
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  4. Leatherwork & Kydex

    1. Sheaths & Other Leather Projects

      Discuss ideas, show what you're working on.
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      Latest: Chef Knife Roll (or The Biggest Knife Sheath I Have Ever Made) Williamtup, Nov 26, 2021
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    2. Materials & Technique

      Questions and discussions about working with leather.
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      Latest: It's A Hazy, Smokey Micarta Making Saturday! Williamtup, Jan 25, 2022
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    3. Leather & Kydex Tools and Equipment

      Hand tools? Sewing machines? Share your thoughts and show off your toys.
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      Latest: Eyelet Press Vladimir, Jan 25, 2022
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  5. Tools & Equipment

    1. Grinders

      All about this vital tool, whether it's a DIY or off-the-shelf.
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      Latest: Velocity Belt Grinders Dave Hodson, Mar 16, 2023 at 10:00 AM
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    2. Forges, Ovens, Kilns, & Salt Pots

      Discussions on building and using them.
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      Latest: Evenheat Clearances BrookLN, Oct 15, 2021
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    3. Jigs & Holders

      All those little helpers that make life easier.
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      Latest: Unique Grinding Jig Griff, Jun 17, 2020
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    4. Milling, Drilling, & Cutting

      Discuss all your favourite tools and accessories.
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      Latest: Drills? Grouch, Dec 4, 2022
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    5. Other Tools

      Discussions about any of your other knifemaking tools.
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      Latest: Wood Splitter Press Jeff Lamer, Jun 29, 2022
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  6. Member's Showcase

    1. Fixed Blades

      From hunters to hatchets, you'll find it here
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      Latest: Walrus And San Mai Griff, Mar 10, 2023
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    2. Folders

      Slippies, liner locks, razors, and more
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      Latest: Magnacut Nessie LeclairKnives, Aug 10, 2022
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    3. Other Projects

      Show off some non-knife things you've made
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      Latest: Gold Pendant Williamtup, Jan 26, 2022
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    4. How I Made It: Tutorials

      Share your builds to help others.
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      Latest: Japanese Style Kitchen Knife Build Williamtup, Nov 29, 2021
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    5. KITH (Knife In The Hat) Builds

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      KITH (Knife In The Hat) Builds

      Sub-Forums

      1. 2017 KITH

      2. 2016 KITH

      3. 2015 Spring KITH

      4. 2013 Winter KITH

      5. 2013 KITH

      Latest: 2017 K I T H Final Entries Les Tippett, Apr 14, 2018