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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: Looking For A Belt Grinder dancom, Jun 3, 2020 at 7:58 AM
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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

    1. Knife Shows & Events

      Upcoming knifemaking events
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      Latest: Anew Canadian Knife Show Les Tippett, Apr 1, 2020
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    2. Canadian Suppliers

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      Latest: Deer / Elk Anlter Rolls Or Crowns... tmr, Jun 1, 2020 at 3:49 AM
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    3. 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? Mythtaken, Oct 15, 2017

  3. Making Knives

    1. Design

      Discussions about designing knives. Making and using templates, sharing ideas.
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      Latest: Bolster Design Scott Kozub, May 1, 2020
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    2. Steel, Hardware, & Handle Material

      Which steel to choose? What handle material?
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      Latest: 316 Question Dave Hodson, Jun 5, 2020 at 6:20 PM
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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: Post Heat Treat Grinding John Noon, May 5, 2020
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    4. Heat Treating

      All about the science (or dark magic) that turns steel into blades.
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      Latest: Quench Tank Idea... Shadnuke, Apr 30, 2020
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    5. Fit & Finish

      Putting it all together.
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      Latest: Over Zealous Spine Work ToddR, May 7, 2020
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    6. Filework

      Giving your knives some extra appeal.
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      Latest: Crazy H’s Dave Hodson, Jan 25, 2020
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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: Poor Man's Etcher Robert scott, May 27, 2020
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    8. Sharpening

      Tools and methods for getting that perfect edge.
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      Latest: Ceramic Stones John Noon, Jun 1, 2020 at 3:03 PM
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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: Rip Custom Bowie Sheath Eric Fisher, Feb 10, 2020
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    2. Materials & Technique

      Questions and discussions about working with leather.
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      Latest: Soapstone - Handles John Noon, Apr 27, 2019
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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: Does Anyone Happen To Know?! Shadnuke, May 16, 2020
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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: 120v Single Phase Vfd ccady, Jun 6, 2020 at 1:47 AM
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    2. Forges, Ovens, Kilns, & Salt Pots

      Discussions on building and using them.
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      Latest: Vancouver Source For Recfractory Supplies? Wool / Castable Mortar Etc? Klammer, May 24, 2020
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    3. Jigs & Holders

      All those little helpers that make life easier.
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      Latest: Jig For Ulu John Noon, Apr 15, 2019
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    4. Milling, Drilling, & Cutting

      Discuss all your favourite tools and accessories.
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      Latest: Drills? Toby Schmid, Apr 29, 2020
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    5. Other Tools

      Discussions about any of your other knifemaking tools.
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      Latest: Forging Press Tom Stegner, May 14, 2020
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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: Suminagashi Griff, Jun 5, 2020 at 6:00 PM
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    2. Folders

      Slippies, liner locks, razors, and more
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      Latest: Double Blade Trapper ToddR, Apr 3, 2020
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    3. Other Projects

      Show off some non-knife things you've made
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      Latest: Movie Props Griff, Feb 12, 2020
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    4. How I Made It: Tutorials

      Share your builds to help others.
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      Latest: Stacked Birch Bark Block Wishalot, Nov 9, 2019
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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