World's Greatest Knife Book Annual Knives 2003 By Joe Kertzman

Born from fire and steel, custom knives, which have emerged into works of art and working tools, are featured by the hundreds in this updated edition. Top custom knifemakers show off the lavish result of their labour, as well as provide contact information for collectors to purchase their knives. A new colour section depicts the "best of the best" from custom knifemakers. Enthusiasts will see current custom knife designs and style trends of their favourite knives. Feature articles discuss how to assemble kit knives, antique collectible pocket-knives, how to obtain the strongest knife blades, samurai steel, Roman swords, gent's tactical folders, safari steel, and bullet-proof handle materials. Directories of custom knifemakers, suppliers, knife services, and sporting, importers, and foreign cutlers are all updated, as well as knifemakers club membership lists