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American Bladesmith Society Forum
General Discussions
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General Forum news posted by the Forum Administrator and Forum Moderators.
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New ABS Forum Member Introductions
A place to introduce and welcome new ABS Forum members. Please tell us about yourselves.
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General Bladesmith Discussions
A place for news, events and miscellaneous discussions dealing with bladesmithing in general.
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ABS Member Events
Forum for information and discussion of non-ABS sponsored member hammer-ins, classes, seminars, and educational events.
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The Forged Blade
Apprentice Corner
A place to post questions by those new to forging and bladesmithing.
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Forging Techniques
This is a Forum to discuss forging methods and techniques.
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Pattern Welded Blade Basics (1 viewing)
Basic discussion of techniques in making pattern welded "damascus" steel blades.
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Blade Grinding, Finishing and Sharpening
Discussion of Grinding Techniques, Abrasives, Grinders, Sharpening and Blade Finishing.
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Heat Treating 101
Discussion and questions about heat treating.
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Design and Construction
General Design Discussion
Discussion of design concepts and construction techniques used in building forged knives including bowie, hunter, integral, dagger, antique, folding, etc.
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Work in Progress (WIP) and Tutorials
Demonstration and discussion of the steps to build a specific style knife or "how to" tutorials.
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Show and Tell - Your Work
A place to show and tell about your work. You can also request constructive critiques and useful advice.
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Sheaths
Discussion of design and techniques for making sheaths
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Forged Edged Tools
Discussion of design concepts and construction techniques used in building forged tools, tomahawks, pipe hawks, and axes.
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Tools and Materials
Tools, Equipment, and Jigs
Discussion and tips on tools, equipment, and jigs used in bladesmithing.
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Materials and Supplies
Discussion and tips on materials and supplies used in bladesmithing.
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Reference Books and Videos
Discussion about books, videos, and other reference materials on bladesmithing and related techniques.
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Tailgate Tool Sales
A place for ABS members to locate available tools and supplies. All transactions, trades, and sales of tools and supplies are conducted between private parties.
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ABS Educational Programs
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ABS Hammer-Ins
Forum for information and discussion about official ABS sponsored Hammer-Ins and ABS endorsed Hammer-Ins
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Educational Videos
A place to post "How To" videos that show bladesmithing techniques or demonstrate the building or use of tools and jigs for knife making
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ABS Special Events
Atlanta Blade Show
Forum for information and discussion about official ABS sponsored Events -
Blade Show, Atlanta, GA
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ICCE Show - Fort Worth, Texas
ICCE Show Information - 2019
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