Hi everyone, Aaron here. I'm into the science of metals and my interest in knives grew from that. I'm looking forward to learning about more of the craft.
Hey there Aaron! Welcome! You have come to the right place to learn about knives and knife craft. Many hobbyist and professional smiths regularly check in and contribute here. It is a great place to ask questions and compare notes. The local folks, like @NickMinton, are awesome people!
Look up Dr. Larrin Thomas and read about a PhD who has been working to take knife steels to new heights. And he's in Pittsburgh, which is almost Philadelphia.
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