Knifemaking, Blacksmithing & Traditional Craft Books

A curated collection of practical, step-by-step guides for makers who want to work with their hands, whether that means forging a blade from raw steel, sharpening it to a razor edge, or building the handle, sheath, and finishing touches that bring a project to life.

The range covers the full journey of a handmade knife, from beginner-friendly guides to full and half tang construction, hidden tang and stub tang designs, folding pocketknives, and integral knives milled from a single piece of steel, through to specialist skills like paracord handle wrapping and leather sheath making across multiple styles and difficulty levels. For those wanting to go deeper into the metal itself, titles on Damascus steel, contemporary blacksmithing, and decorative ironwork explore both the technical processes and artistic possibilities of working iron and steel at the forge.

Traditional Japanese craft is a strong thread throughout, with dedicated guides to Japanese blacksmithing, joinery, knife sharpening with waterstones, and the tools, spirit, and use of the traditional Japanese woodshop, alongside a hands-on guide to making authentic shoji sliding doors.

Rounding out the collection are approachable entry points for newer woodworkers and carvers, including a whittling handbook, general woodworking fundamentals, and knife sharpening guides suited to hobbyists and professionals alike.

Written by respected makers, engineers, and instructors from across Germany, Japan, the UK, and the US, these books combine decades of hands-on experience with clear instruction, making them well suited to complete beginners and experienced craftspeople looking to refine their technique or explore a new discipline.