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Beschreibung
Master the fundamentals of Damascus steel (fire welding, torsion, and building stacks) with expert guidance and over 200 images.

Damascus steel: centuries-old, hot-forged steel that is legendary for making sharp, strong blades that strike fear in many a man's heart. Artisans, blacksmiths, and hobbyists the world over have initiated a renaissance of this fascinating, decorative material.

Unravel the history and mysteries surrounding various types of Damascus steel before delving into the theory and mechanics of forging your own complex creations. Use the detailed illustrations and 200+ photos to forge-weld Damascus steel billets, properly execute torsion technique, and see the endless potential for forging patterns in Damascus steel.

Complete with material and equipment requirements, safety precautions, practical tips, temperature charts, and examples of finished works, this book offers inspiration and all the fundamentals needed to succeed. Ideal for amateur blacksmiths and experienced metalworkers alike.
Master the fundamentals of Damascus steel (fire welding, torsion, and building stacks) with expert guidance and over 200 images.

Damascus steel: centuries-old, hot-forged steel that is legendary for making sharp, strong blades that strike fear in many a man's heart. Artisans, blacksmiths, and hobbyists the world over have initiated a renaissance of this fascinating, decorative material.

Unravel the history and mysteries surrounding various types of Damascus steel before delving into the theory and mechanics of forging your own complex creations. Use the detailed illustrations and 200+ photos to forge-weld Damascus steel billets, properly execute torsion technique, and see the endless potential for forging patterns in Damascus steel.

Complete with material and equipment requirements, safety precautions, practical tips, temperature charts, and examples of finished works, this book offers inspiration and all the fundamentals needed to succeed. Ideal for amateur blacksmiths and experienced metalworkers alike.
Über den Autor
Gunther Lobach is a freelance knife maker and designer. He was first introduced to the manufacture of Damascus steel while studying metal as a design student.
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2013
Genre: Importe
Produktart: Nachschlagewerke
Rubrik: Hobby & Freizeit
Thema: Basteln & Handarbeiten
Medium: Buch
ISBN-13: 9780764342943
ISBN-10: 0764342940
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Gebunden
Autor: Löbach, Gunther
Hersteller: Schiffer Publishing
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße: 256 x 183 x 22 mm
Von/Mit: Gunther Löbach
Erscheinungsdatum: 28.05.2013
Gewicht: 0,906 kg
Artikel-ID: 106148875