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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: Introduction And Question Griff, Jan 18, 2021 at 8:00 PM
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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: Princess Auto Surprises Me Again Scott Kozub, Jan 21, 2021 at 7:39 PM
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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: Aesthetics Vs. Function dancom, Oct 23, 2020
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    2. Steel, Hardware, & Handle Material

      Which steel to choose? What handle material?
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      Latest: Elk Horn Finishing Options Joelsund, Jan 20, 2021 at 9:07 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: Dry Welding With Flux Core John Noon, Dec 9, 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: Clay For Hamons Toby Schmid, Jan 18, 2021 at 8:57 AM
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    5. Fit & Finish

      Putting it all together.
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      Latest: Tips For Finishing Micarta? Grayzer86, Dec 22, 2020
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    6. Filework

      Giving your knives some extra appeal.
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      Latest: Different Kind Of Filework dancom, Aug 10, 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: Getting Stencils Made Joelsund, Jan 21, 2021 at 10:05 PM
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    8. Sharpening

      Tools and methods for getting that perfect edge.
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      Latest: Variable Speed Kmg Grinder Vs. Tormek Style Sharpener dancom, Jul 17, 2020
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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: Leather Working Tool List Griff, Jan 3, 2021
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    2. Materials & Technique

      Questions and discussions about working with leather.
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      Latest: Epoxy Griff, Aug 23, 2020
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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: Vashti Vs Nexus Sam Di Fronzo, Nov 28, 2020
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    2. Forges, Ovens, Kilns, & Salt Pots

      Discussions on building and using them.
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      Latest: Inert Gas Kit For Heat Treating Oven RussGen, Jan 18, 2021 at 11:00 AM
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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? 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: Wet-tile Saw FORGE, Nov 12, 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: A Little Something On The Bench Jordan D, Jan 14, 2021
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    2. Folders

      Slippies, liner locks, razors, and more
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      Latest: Native Pattern Slipjoint Putterer, Sep 14, 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