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Art and Design in Modern Custom Fixed-Blade Knives
David Darom, Author
Paolo Saviolo, Publisher

Short Review by Larry Connelley

"A superb sequel to the "Custom Folding Knives" by Darom, this hardbound presentation book presents custom fixed-blade knives in all of their artistic glory. This large book (276 pages) is filed with some of the most stunning photography in the cutlery industry; one can almost reach out and touch the knives. The printing and paper on this book is of the highest caliber. I appreciate how the color and detail of the photography presents each knife 'center stage' without distractions. The book also has an outstanding collection of articles that introduce the reader to the techniques of handcrafting and embellishing knives. The articles in the book include Modern Custom Knifemaking, Lloyd Hale Knifemaker, San Francisco Knives, Jim Kelso, Classic Motifs in Custom Art Knives, Elements of Blade Steel and Integrals and Interframes.

As an introduction to custom folding knives the author has choosen to feature 26 world class knifemakers - each with their own individual look and feel. There are also many other invidually pictured knives from a variety of other top custom makers. The knifemakers featured in the book come from all over the world - many of these same knifemakers are featured at KnifeArt.com. Each artist section features a grouping of knives, a biography and snapshot of the maker. What brings further interest to the reader, the book showcases individual knives in the rough stages of development. You can see how much time and hardwork goes into a knife of this caliber. This volume is an incredible companion to any custom knife collection and will make any knife lovers coffee table complete."

In the USA, because this book weighs 4+ lbs. it will cost extra when shipped via UPS air services. International orders for this book will be shipped via US Postal Service - Priority Mail International for $40.00.

Availability: Usually ships the same business day.

Custom Fixed-Blade Knives CFBK-Book$65.00

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