Sign In
Register
Help
Board Index
June 2013
| M | T | W | T | F | S | S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | |||||
|
| 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 |
|
| 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 |
|
| 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 |
|
| 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 |
Recently Added Topics
- Hello There!
by Chris Smith
Today, 09:13 AM - Quick Quillon Question
by ZackJonas
Yesterday, 04:20 PM - Ms Test - Point Of Clarification
by ZackJonas
Yesterday, 04:51 AM - American Bladesmith Society Awards Ceremony At 2013 Blade Show
by ABS Webmaster
Jun 17 2013 06:49 PM - New American Bladesmith Society Bladesmithing School In Belgium Announced
by ABS Webmaster
Jun 17 2013 09:18 AM
Recent Gallery Images
Toggle this category American Bladesmith Society, Inc.
| Forum | Stats | Last Post Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Forum NewsGeneral Forum news posted by the Forum Administrator and Forum Moderators. |
|
Toggle this category The Forged Blade
| Forum | Stats | Last Post Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
Forging TechniquesThis is a Forum to discuss forging methods and techniques. |
|
|
|
|
Damascus SteelDiscussion of techniques in making Damascus steel. |
|
|
|
|
Blade Grinding and SharpeningDiscussion of Grinding Techniques, Abrasives, Grinders, Sharpening and Blade Finishing. |
|
|
|
|
Apprentice CornerA place to post questions by those new to forging and bladesmithing. |
|
Toggle this category Metallurgy
| Forum | Stats | Last Post Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
Heat TreatingDiscussion and questions about heat treating. |
|
Toggle this category Design and Construction
| Forum | Stats | Last Post Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
General Design DiscussionDiscussion of design concepts and construction techniques used in building forged knives including bowie, hunter, integral, dagger, antique, folding,ect. |
|
|
|
|
Artistic Design TechniquesDiscussion of artistic techniques used to enhance a knife including file work, engraving,carving,silver wire inlay,and other skills. |
|
|
|
|
Work in Progress (WIP)Demonstration and discussion of the steps to build a specific style knife |
|
|
|
|
Knife CritiquesA place to show your work and receive constructive critiques and useful advice. |
|
|
|
|
Handles and GuardsDiscussion about the materials used and the construction (hidden tang,frame,mortice,full tang,ect.) of handles and guards. |
|
|
|
|
SheathsDiscussion of design and techniques for making sheaths |
|
|
|
|
Forged Edged ToolsDiscussion of design concepts and construction techniques used in building forged tools, tomahawks, pipe hawks, and axes. |
|
Toggle this category Tools and Materials
| Forum | Stats | Last Post Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
Tools, Equipment, and JigsDiscussion and tips on tools, equipment, and jigs used in bladesmithing. |
|
|
|
|
Materials and SuppliesDiscussion and tips on materials and supplies used in bladesmithing |
|
|
|
|
Reference Books and VideosDiscussion about books, videos, and other reference materials on bladesmithing and related techniques. |
|
|
|
|
Knife PhotographyDiscussion of techniques to show your work and methods of work through still and video photography |
|
|
|
|
Tailgate Tool SalesA place for ABS members to locate available tools and supplies. All transactions, trades, and sales of tools and supplies are conducted between private parties. |
|
Toggle this category ABS Educational Programs
| Forum | Stats | Last Post Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
American Bladesmith Society SchoolsThe ABS is associated with Texarkana College, Haywood Community College, and the New England School of Metalwork which offer Bladesmithing courses taught by ABS Master Smiths. Forum for information and discussion about these programs. |
|
|
|
|
ABS Master Smith and Journeyman Smith TestingA place to learn the rules, seek advice, obtain critiques of your work, and discuss the journey to earning a Master Smith or Journeyman Smith rating in the American Bladesmith Society. |
|
|
|
|
ABS Hammer-InsForum for information and discussion about official ABS sponsored Hammer-Ins. |
|
|
|
|
Educational VideosA place to post "How To" videos that show bladesmithing techniques or demonstrate the building or use of tools and jigs for knife making. |
|
Toggle this category ABS Special Events
| Forum | Stats | Last Post Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
Atlanta Blade ShowForum for information and discussion about official ABS sponsored Events - |
|
|
|
|
2013 ABS Knife Auction - Atlanta, GANews, Videos, Photos and Discussion about ABS Auction Knives at 2013 Blade Show, Atlanta, GA |
|
|
|
|
ABS ExpositionForum for information and discussion about official ABS sponsored Events - |
|
Toggle this category General Discussions
| Forum | Stats | Last Post Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
Topic of the MonthA bladesmithing Topic is posted monthly by the Moderators for discussion. All ABS Forum members are invited to join in and participate in these discussions. |
|
|
|
|
ABS Member NewsA place to post news about ABS members, milestones, or awards. |
|
|
|
|
New ABS Forum Member IntroductionsA place to introduce and welcome new ABS Forum members. Please tell us about yourselves. |
|
|
|
|
ABS Member EventsForum for information and discussion of non-ABS sponsored member hammer-ins, classes, seminars, and educational events. |
|
|
|
|
General Member DiscussionsGeneral member discussions in public area. |
|
Our Board Statistics
- Total Posts
- 7,559
- Total Members
- 678
- Newest Member
- joe_sullivan
- Online At Once Record
- 201
18 December 2012 - 02:24 AM
22 active user(s) (in the past 15 minutes)
1 members, 21 guests, 0 anonymous users | Show by: Last Click or Member Name
Google, Michael_Presnell
Upcoming Calendar Events
There are no forthcoming calendar events
1 member(s) have a birthday today
Bradly Green (25)