Floris Feiner The woods I use for knife handles Handle wood is half the knife. I pick every piece by hand — grain, colour, how it'll feel after a year in someone's kitchen. These are the ten woods I work with and what I actually think of each one. Handle May 10, 2026 0 20 Guides
Floris Feiner Does Your Cutting Board Affect Your Edge? Yes, and most people underestimate how much. The cutting board is in contact with the edge every time you use the knife, and the material it is made from has a direct effect on how quickly that edge d... Beginner Maintenance May 9, 2026 0 18 Guides
Floris Feiner Choosing the Right Steel for Your First Knife If you're just getting started with knife-making, one of the first big decisions you'll face is choosing the right steel. It can feel overwhelming — there are dozens of options out there, each with di... Beginner Heat Treatment Steel May 9, 2026 0 23 Steels
Floris Feiner Rediscovering Wrought Iron: Turning Scrap into Beautiful Blades Working with wrought iron has become one of my favorite challenges. From the fibrous texture to its historical charm, there’s something uniquely satisfying about turning old scrap into new tools and b... Dec 30, 2024 0 447 Steels
Floris Feiner Forging Multi-Layered Knives Introduction Welcome to another deep dive into the art of knife-making! Today, we're exploring two fascinating and intricate forging techniques: San Mai and Go Mai. These traditional Japanese methods ... Forgeweld Forging Gomai Sanmai Jun 1, 2024 0 1609 Forging and heat treating techniques
Floris Feiner The Evolution of My Workshop In the world of blacksmithing, you often start with what you have and gradually upgrade as your skills and resources grow. Here’s a glimpse into how my workshop evolved, beginning with my forge and an... Anvil Forgepress Tools Workshop May 28, 2024 0 725 My Workshop and Tools