Making a knife.

[Marxist]

So, I have a tiny budget, and I'm looking at attempting to make a knife. I have no experience whatsoever. I'm looking at the stock removal method first, and at ordering O1 tool steel off of amazon. I have most of the basic tools i think I need, but any tutorials or tips would be welcome.

[Bender711]

The easiest way will be to cut it to the desired shape, and send it off for heat treatment. What parts specifically do you want help with?

[Ad'lan]

There's been lots of good posts on the subject, a good trawl with the Search should bring up what you are after.

I'd recommend a peruse of Storm Crows Heat treatment guide would be a good start.

[ninja-elbow]

Yeah, Storm Crow's heat treatment guide - it's all about oil and fire.

[Exploriment]

I have a tiny budget. I have no experience whatsoever. I'm looking at attempting to make a knife.

DIY, especially if you’re just starting out, often times ends up costing more than just buying. I’m not trying to discourage you – I’m a DIY fanatic if ever there was one – but DIY is not necessarily a money saving avenue. It will be immensely satisfying, give you exactly what you want, but it is rarely a pastime for the frugal.

[Storm Crow]

"Absolute Cheapskate Way To Start Making Knives"

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