Forged knives are handmade and durable, made by heating and hammering steel into shape, then ground and sharpened. They are more expensive than stamped steel knives but are prized for their durability and ability to hold a sharp edge. They are a valuable addition to knife sets.
When consumers want quality knives, they often look for the forged knife. This is a handmade knife that is durable, has a sharp edge, and won’t break. A good knife will last a lifetime of home or field use.
A forged knife is a true example of blacksmithing, even on a large scale. A steel blank or piece of steel is heated in the forge. The maker then hammers the steel with a hammer, into the rough shape of a knife. It is heated again and more pounding ensues. Several cycles of heating, cooling, and hammering all serve to temper the steel and make the knife strong and not easily broken.
After the knife is completed to the manufacturer’s specifications, it is ground from column to column, creating a tapered blade. The handle is attached to the tang, or underside of the knife, and is riveted into place. Almost every forged knife has a bolster or divider that separates the blade from the handle. The bolster may also be for balance, but this thickened part of the knife helps create a safety barrier between the blade and fingers. Once the handle has been attached, the blade is then sharpened to a razor’s edge.
Due to the labor intensive nature of its construction, a forged knife is often significantly more expensive than a stamped steel knife. And, when a high-quality, high-carbon stainless steel is used, the price also increases. This method of construction is used in kitchen knives, as well as hunting and field knives, and those made this way are often prized for their durability in all conditions and the ease with which they hold a sharp edge. The other benefit is that most people can sharpen their knives themselves. Only minimal maintenance is required to keep a forged high carbon stainless steel knife in good working order.
Many consumers find a forged knife to be a valuable addition to their knife sets. Their quality and durability usually justify their higher price tag.
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