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Damascus Steel
Knife Show Austria
Knife Laws
Knife Shows
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Damasteel
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Apex Ultra
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Knife Making Techniques
Messerverbot, Nein Danke
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Europe
Solingen
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Power Hammers
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Join hosts Keith Colby (knifematerial.at), Albert Anglberger (Salzburg Messerschmied), and Paulius Jančiukas (Baltic Blades) as they explore Europe's knifemaking scene one blade at a time.

Keith has deep knowledge of knifemaking materials. Albert is passionate about power hammers and high end custom knife work. Paulius, a full time maker, focuses on precision and efficient batch work. This trio br... more

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Pauli breaks down his new passivation process for sandblasted stainless steel blades, covering why blasting creates rust problems and how a citric acid bath fixes it. He also shares a cheap DIY version any maker can try at home. Albert talks through ... more

Is knife making really slowing down, or are the makers who adapt still thriving? In this episode, we discuss Blade Show sales, innovation in the knife industry, customer feedback, social media, new EU webshop regulations, and the latest products and ... more

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Oliver from Fallen Scout Blades joins us for a relaxed conversation about knife making, bushcraft, workshop life, and the upcoming Survival Rally. From custom knives and shop equipment to outdoor adventures and behind the scenes stories, this episode... more

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No guests this week just Keith, Albert, and Pauli on the bench. Albert wraps up the DNA knives and dives into a tall Chinese cleaver with a double hook grind, sharing his "cheater platen" trick for near hand sanded finishes. Keith actually built a fo... more

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Keith is back from Knife Show Solingen and joined by Maxi from Knife Lounge Hamburg to recap a packed weekend in the European knife scene.

We talk about the new Solingen venue, the energy of the show, the growth of the EDC community, and what it was... more

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With Albert away, Benjamin Kamon steps in for another episode. We cover the final prep for the Solingen Knife Show, updates on Pauli’s second generation Varnas, and Ben’s plans for the Damasteel DCI. We also get into CNC fixture making, G10 handle sc... more

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Our guest in this week’s episode is one of the youngest bladesmiths in the game: Logan Provence, aka Kuro Senshi Knives. We talk about how he got into bladesmithing at such a young age, what it’s like forging knives in his backyard, fulfilling steak ... more

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This week we’re joined by Coy Baker for a conversation about Damascus production, Baker Forge’s new stainless Damascus workflow, their "new" massive 750 lb Chambersburg power hammer, custom forge setup, argon purging, pattern testing with clay, and t... more

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Recent Guests

Logan Provence
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Coy Baker
Bearded wizard knifemaker, guest on the episode
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Roman Kasé
Founder/knife maker at Kasé Knives
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Episode: Roman of Kasé Knives
Sven Schellander
Guest from Kamon Knives
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Episode: Sven Schellander
Hudson Torrens
Knifemaker traveling Europe, guest on the show
Episode: Handmade by Hudson
Ben Kamon
Founder of Kamon Knives, guest on the show
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Episode: Does it really matter?
Sixt Wetzler
From Knife Solingen team
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Episode: Knife Solingen
Andrew Gläser
Event Manager for Knife Solingen
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Episode: Knife Solingen
Ryan Coakley
Knife maker who does large-batch bevel grinding for other makers
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Episode: Coakley Knife Company

Hosts

Keith Colby
Host of the show; knowledgeable about knifemaking materials and shop life; appears across multiple episodes.
Albert Anglberger
Co-host with focus on power hammers, high-end custom work, and European knifemaking culture.
Paulius Jančiukas
Co-host, full-time maker; emphasizes precision, batch production, and workflow optimization.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Maxi Hänsch from Knife Lounge
Q: Maxi, is there anything that we missed? Anything new going on?
No drops were announced, but Maxi confirmed there were ongoing plans around Knife Solingen and hinted at new drops coming next year.
Fingal Ferguson!
Q: What sparked Fingal's involvement in the European knife scene?
Fingal discusses his journey with Gabin and his drive to blend knife making with food culture, using collaborative projects and forging communities to expand skill sets and materials across Europe.
Logan Provence aka Kuro Senshi Knives
Q: What kind of steels and heat-treating setup are you using, and what are your needs going forward?
Logan works with O2 steel for many projects and is exploring larger Damascus billets, looking for a better heat-treat setup (gas forge) to expand capabilities.
Logan Provence aka Kuro Senshi Knives
Q: What are your current goals and biggest projects?
Logan is working on a 30-knife restaurant project and intends to push into mosaic and gradient Damascus, while expanding his forge and grinding capabilities.
Logan Provence aka Kuro Senshi Knives
Q: How did you get started in knife making at such a young age?
Logan began with inspiration from watching his grandfather and a love of fire, and learned through mentoring and family involvement, gradually building a workshop at home.

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Frequently Asked Questions About High Carbon

What is High Carbon about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners are drawn to European knifemaking and production practices, with frequent conversations about shows, markets, materials, and manufacturing workflows. Episodes often center on the realities of running small-to-midscale knife businesses, scaling production, and navigating events like Solingen and regional knife shows. A recurring thread is community, collaboration, and mentorship within the knifemaking world, spanning topics from stainless production and heat treatment to branding, packaging, and marketing. The format blends practical technique discussions with shop-life banter, guest spotlights from makers and event organizers, and actionable insights for builders, fabricators, and shop operators. Noteworthy elements include deep d... more

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