Kyle Royer

Kyle Royer

@kyleroyerknives

Being from a family of creatives whose motto was to produce not to consume was etched into Kyle from a very early age and being educated at home gave him many opportunities to work hard at his own creative pursuits. In the early years, information was hard to find, there was no online content and only a few books and videos, so it was a lot of trial and error in the knife shop. Kyle is passionate to teach makers his more than fourteen years of experience. “The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.” We hope we can inspire you on your maker’s journey. Business Inquires kroyerms@gmail.com

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Master Making Damascus for a $19K Knife.
YouTubeSep 7, 2026
my dad made feather damascus
YouTubeAug 23, 2026
cool owl knife my dad made!
YouTubeAug 21, 2026
i think this is worth watching...
YouTubeAug 20, 2026
mind blowing.
YouTubeAug 18, 2026
assembling my art dagger for the first time.
YouTubeAug 17, 2026
tap and die
YouTubeAug 15, 2026
my art dagger needs a pommel
YouTubeAug 13, 2026
My Expensive Persian Fighter Knife is DONE! ✅
YouTubeAug 7, 2026
my art dagger handle fits.... mostly
YouTubeJul 25, 2026
Epic Persian Fighter Build Pt. 6
YouTubeJul 24, 2026
drilling a hole through my jade.
YouTubeJul 24, 2026
my beautiful Edwards Black Jade
YouTubeJul 23, 2026
i'm cutting up my most expensive handle material.
YouTubeJul 22, 2026
This Laser Does Things My Other Lasers Can’t | WeCreat Lumos Ultra
YouTubeJul 17, 2026
my dad's making a feather damascus billet.
YouTubeJul 14, 2026
i'm trying to hog some steel away on my guard.
YouTubeJul 13, 2026
Working on my art dagger, two guards later.... Very challenging.
YouTubeJul 13, 2026
this is my really fancy dagger, working on the guard now
YouTubeJul 8, 2026
A couple hundred hours done, many, many hundreds of hours to go
YouTubeJul 7, 2026
this is how i disassemble my Persian fighter ive been spending months on
YouTubeJul 1, 2026
it's been months working on thsi project: what do you think?
YouTubeJun 30, 2026
Sharpening can be tough...
YouTubeJun 28, 2026
It was a success!
YouTubeJun 27, 2026
i are bluing my persian fighter blade
YouTubeJun 26, 2026
Getting ready the hot blue my parts
YouTubeJun 25, 2026
I hope this works the first time.
YouTubeJun 24, 2026
Forging a Massive Damascus Guard for My Biggest Persian Fighter Yet (pt. 5)
YouTubeMay 22, 2026
Epic Persian Fighter Build Pt. 4
YouTubeMay 8, 2026
Karambit handle
YouTubeApr 20, 2026
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Achieving Rockwell: Hardening Damascus Fittings for Maximum Edge Retention
Techniques
Achieving Rockwell: Hardening Damascus Fittings for Maximum Edge Retention

A deep dive into the heat treatment process used to harden Damascus fittings and components, ensuring they meet professional standards for durability and strength.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Art of the Finish: Mastering Inlay and Clamping for Damascus Scabbards
Techniques
The Art of the Finish: Mastering Inlay and Clamping for Damascus Scabbards

Finishing a Damascus piece requires more than just skill—it requires structural support. We break down the process of using thermolock and precise clamping for perfect gold inlay.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Progression of Edge: Mastering Damascus Sharpening Grit by Grit
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The Progression of Edge: Mastering Damascus Sharpening Grit by Grit

Achieving a razor edge on Damascus steel requires more than just a single pass; it demands a disciplined progression through grit to perfect the edge geometry.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Geometry of Function: Crafting a Fighter-Style Blade with 5160 Steel
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The Geometry of Function: Crafting a Fighter-Style Blade with 5160 Steel

A deep dive into the precise techniques required to transform 5160 single-carbon steel into a high-performance, fighter-style blade, focusing on geometry, fit, and heat treatment.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
From Rusty Scrap to Damascus: The High-Stakes Art of Forging Unknown Steel
Techniques
From Rusty Scrap to Damascus: The High-Stakes Art of Forging Unknown Steel

Watch how a master bladesmith tackles a massive challenge: turning scrap saw blades into a beautiful Damascus scimitar, navigating the risks of unknown steel and complex patterns.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Precision in the Grind: Crafting a Journeyman Test Blade
Techniques
Precision in the Grind: Crafting a Journeyman Test Blade

Dive into the meticulous process of knifemaking, focusing on advanced techniques like plunge grinding, perfecting convex edge geometry, and integrating beautiful, custom handles.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Pursuit of Perfection: Crafting a Signature Blade
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The Pursuit of Perfection: Crafting a Signature Blade

From massive folders to historical swords, we dive into the dedication required to create a truly favorite piece in the world of bladesmithing.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Anxiety of the Temper: Inspecting a Guard After the Heat Treat
Techniques
The Anxiety of the Temper: Inspecting a Guard After the Heat Treat

The final quench and temper are the make-or-break moments. We dive into the critical inspection steps required to ensure your blade components survive the intense thermal stress.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Art of the Fix: How a Mistake Became an Upgrade in Blade Craft
Stories
The Art of the Fix: How a Mistake Became an Upgrade in Blade Craft

Sometimes the most beautiful improvements come not from the initial plan, but from the clever solutions applied after a flaw is discovered.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Peeling Back the Layers: The Science of Etching Damascus Steel
Science
Peeling Back the Layers: The Science of Etching Damascus Steel

Etching is more than just decoration; it's a chemical process that reveals the hidden history and microstructure of your finest laminated blades.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
From Dynasty Piece to Damascus: Forging a Legacy Knife from a 100-Year-Old Shotgun
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From Dynasty Piece to Damascus: Forging a Legacy Knife from a 100-Year-Old Shotgun

Watch how one skilled bladesmith transforms a century-old family shotgun into a functional, handcrafted heirloom knife, blending history with expert forging techniques.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
From Blank to Blade: Mastering the Core Steps of Knife Making
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From Blank to Blade: Mastering the Core Steps of Knife Making

Whether you're tackling your first billet or refining a complex damascus pattern, these fundamentals of stock removal, heat treating, and handle assembly are non-negotiable.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Art of the Carry: Master Sheath Crafting and Finishing Details
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The Art of the Carry: Master Sheath Crafting and Finishing Details

A detailed look at how meticulous attention to the sheath's construction and finish elevates the entire EDC experience, showing the craft of leatherwork.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Crucible's Breath: Understanding the Science of Heat in Bladesmithing
Techniques
The Crucible's Breath: Understanding the Science of Heat in Bladesmithing

From the initial billet to the finished edge, heat is the single most critical variable in the art of bladesmithing. We dive into the metallurgy that makes fire the ultimate tool.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Final Polish: Completing a Damascus Fighter with Ivory and Gold Inlays
Techniques
The Final Polish: Completing a Damascus Fighter with Ivory and Gold Inlays

From rough billet to finished masterpiece, we break down the meticulous finishing techniques required to bring a feather pattern Damascus fighter to life.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Mastering the Massive: Heat Treating and Finishing a 16-Inch Bowie Blade
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Mastering the Massive: Heat Treating and Finishing a 16-Inch Bowie Blade

From the crucible to the final polish, we break down the critical steps of heat treating and shaping a massive, double-edged Bowie knife.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Art of the Wrap: Building a Perfect Exotic Leather Sheath
Techniques
The Art of the Wrap: Building a Perfect Exotic Leather Sheath

While we focus on the steel, the sheath is the final piece of artistry. Learn the precise techniques of crafting a durable, beautiful leather wrap for your custom blade.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
The Art of the Invisible Line: Precision Inlay Work on the Blade Guard
Techniques
The Art of the Invisible Line: Precision Inlay Work on the Blade Guard

Adding precious metals to a finished piece requires more than just artistry—it demands absolute precision, particularly when setting dovetail grooves for gold inlay.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
Mastering Plunge Lines: The Key to Symmetrical Edge Geometry
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Mastering Plunge Lines: The Key to Symmetrical Edge Geometry

Achieving perfectly symmetrical plunge lines is a hallmark of precision bladesmithing. We break down the technique for using scribe lines and specialized grinding setups to ensure flawless results every time.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
3 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
When Gold Meets Carbon Fiber: Mastering Advanced Handle Inlay Techniques
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When Gold Meets Carbon Fiber: Mastering Advanced Handle Inlay Techniques

Watch as a skilled knifemaker tackles one of the most challenging inlay projects: setting 24k gold into a composite carbon fiber handle.

Kyle Royer
Kyle Royer
Rogue Blades
3 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
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