“Your questions, comments, and sometimes complaints are what keep me going as a writer. Keep it coming!”

~ Wayne Goddard



As a columnist for BLADE Magazine, Wayne Goddard has been answering real questions from real knifemakers for more than twenty years. Now, find all the details in one place in this handy reference for every knifemaker, amateur or professional.

• Clear and precise answers on every aspect of knifemaking, from selecting steel to heat treating and finishing the blade.

• Tips and tricks for knifemakers of all skill levels.

• Completely revised and updated with more than 11 years of new answers.