Watch as a master blacksmith transforms ordinary ball bearings into a stunning Damascus steel knife. Starting with heating the bearings in a forge, he hammers them into shape with precision and skill.

Discover each stage, from forging to finishing, that brings out the signature patterns and strength of the Damascus blade. Perfect for those interested in traditional knife-making and metalworking ...

“Forging soul into steel ... moment the signature ‘Damascus’ markings become visible, as a solution of acid salts reveals the pattern and as the story of its making.

Recreating Damascus steel remains a holy grail of materials science. The exact process and alloys used are long ago lost to time. At best, modern steelworking methods are able to produce a rough ...