Hi Guys,

I've been thinking for some years about making a straight (blade not frame back or scales).
With my technical background and some specific research it is theoreticaly possible for me to do this.

Not known for my patience, I was curious about the best sequeunce of basic process steps with the wealth of expert experience you guys have here.

I'm sure there are a ton of ways to do this, and I'm certain I'll make mistakes (I call it learning!). However there must be some pit falls that can be avoided or minimised particularly during heat treatment/hollow grinding.

I've watched loads of stuff on You Tube about knife making and heat treatment but have not found anything about making a straight blade, I'm sure I read somwhere there is footage of Meastro Levi at work out there.

I just want to get some stock tool steel and have a go. Any resources advise would be greatley apreciated. These questions must have been asked before - apologies for this.

Best Regards