Born out of necessity and destined to become a legend. In the past, blacksmiths were able to influence the properties of iron alloys only by adjusting their carbon content. They obtained either a soft ...

Engineers from the Max-Planck-Institut für Eisenforschung (MPIE) in Düsseldorf and the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology in Aachen have combined ancient and modern technology by developing a ...

Damascus Milled lineup grows with three new premium models featuring unique Damascus steel inserts and milled construction.

If you happened to be reading the “Science Times” section of The New York Times on Tuesday, September 29, 1981, you might’ve learned that a centuries-old knife puzzle had been solved. Along with a ...

Wootz, a method of steel production lost for hundreds of years, gained its curious properties through a natural process of carbon nanotube formation, according to Nature. The revered Damascus steel ...

Watch as we forge a beautiful feather-shaped knife from Damascus steel! This video takes you through every step — from raw ...

If you grow up around a working blacksmith’s forge, there are a few subjects related to metalwork on which you’ll occasionally have a heated discussion. Probably the best known is the topic of wrought ...

If you're looking for a knife that's more than just a kitchen tool, the Tsuki is worth a look. Crafted in Japan with unique ...