101 Knife Designs

In 101 Knife Designs, join Mastersmith Murray Carter as he reveals the successful traits of knife designs that have lasted throughout history. Knife enthusiasts and knife makers alike will learn to:

• Identify common traits in great knives
• Understand how to apply them to new knife design.

For the first time ever, Carter shares details of his personal collection of successful patterns–created and perfected over decades of designing and making knives.

Dazzling, full-color images of completed knives – from renowned photographer Hiro Soga – provide inspiration and direction as you apply these principles to create your own custom knife designs.