Walter Sorrells

Walter Sorrells

@waltersorrellsblades

Walter Sorrells is a bladesmith specializing in blades inspired by the Japanese tradition. He also produces a series of instructional videos outlining the major crafts involved in forging Japanese swords.

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Rogue Forge
Rogue Forge
Member · since 2026
Rogue Blades
Rogue Blades
Member · since 2026
Rogue Schoolers
Rogue Schoolers
Member · since 2026
Rogue Tradesman
Rogue Tradesman
Member · since 2026
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Chef's Knife with Palm Swell - Full Build!
YouTubeSep 18, 2026
Five Ways to Make Knife Patterns - Better Patterns, Better Knives!
YouTubeSep 11, 2026
Knifemaking Tool Torture Test - This One's Insane!
YouTubeSep 4, 2026
How to Use a Knife Makers Center Scribe - MasterScribe Explained
YouTubeAug 15, 2026
Ten Pro Knife Making Tricks! - How to Lay Out Your Blade
YouTubeAug 7, 2026
Grinding Jig Questions...Answered! - Knife Maker's Friday Five
YouTubeJul 31, 2026
Knife Making Tools - Behind the Scenes (Again!)
YouTubeJul 29, 2026
Knife Making Tool - Behind the Scenes Continued
YouTubeJul 24, 2026
Chef's Knife on NITRO! - Make One For Your Family
YouTubeJul 17, 2026
New Tool - Ripping Back the Curtain!
YouTubeJun 26, 2026
A Knife Maker's Grinder for $200 Bucks? No Way! - The Vevor 1X30...Exposed!
YouTubeJun 19, 2026
Awesome Blade Show Experience!
YouTubeJun 12, 2026
Behind The Scenes at Sorrells Tool - Knife Maker's Friday Five
YouTubeMay 29, 2026
I Ground 25 Knives in 1 Day! - Here's What I Learned
YouTubeMay 17, 2026
Atlanta Blade Show
YouTubeMay 14, 2026
Make a Magnetic Knife Rack! - De-Clutter That Kitchen!
YouTubeMay 8, 2026
Top Seven Ways to DESTROY Boredom! -- Make Your Hobby Fresh Again...
YouTubeMay 1, 2026
Great Knife For Beginners - Cord-Wrapped Knife - You Can Make It!
YouTubeApr 24, 2026
World's Most Amazing Burger Smasher - See How It's Made
YouTubeApr 10, 2026
Improve Your Shop...Cheap and Easy!
YouTubeApr 3, 2026
Grinding Blades Is Easy With The ProSet - Master Knife Maker Shows You How!
YouTubeMar 20, 2026
Top Five Knife-Making Obstacles...DESTROYED: Ultra Simple Knife Project!
YouTubeMar 13, 2026
The Most Useful Tool Ever?
YouTubeMar 6, 2026
The Perfect Knife Maker's Drill Press? Or A Total Bust?
YouTubeFeb 27, 2026
Grind Cleaner, Grind Better! - My Journey Into Tool Making
YouTubeFeb 20, 2026
Engraving a Chef's Knife - Bigger $$$, Less Work
YouTubeFeb 13, 2026
Knife Making Channel Viewer Knives 2025 - They're Awesome!
YouTubeFeb 11, 2026
Making an All-Stainless Chef's Knife (Not Just The Blade!)
YouTubeJan 30, 2026
Top Ten Rookie Knife Making Mistakes
YouTubeJan 16, 2026
I Bought a Knife for $7.99 at Harbor Freight. What Did I Learn?
YouTubeJan 2, 2026
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Beyond the Scale: Why Hardness Isn't the Only Metric for Knife Steel
Science
Beyond the Scale: Why Hardness Isn't the Only Metric for Knife Steel

We've all heard the mantra: harder steel means better knife. But in the world of bladesmithing, the truth is far more nuanced. Understanding metallurgy is key to making a perfect blade.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Starting Fresh: Choosing Your Steel and Mapping Out the First Blade
Techniques
Starting Fresh: Choosing Your Steel and Mapping Out the First Blade

Thinking of starting your stock removal knife journey? We break down why high-carbon steel is the perfect choice for beginners and how to map out your first project.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
When the Grind Gets Too Deep: Finding Flow State in the Shop
Stories
When the Grind Gets Too Deep: Finding Flow State in the Shop

Sometimes, the best way to solve a complex problem isn't to force it, but to step away and 'mess around' until inspiration hits.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Mastering the Pattern: Building a Beginner's Knife for Cord Wrap
Techniques
Mastering the Pattern: Building a Beginner's Knife for Cord Wrap

Starting your journey into knife making? This deep dive covers everything from selecting the right steel to mastering the pattern-making techniques needed for a perfect, custom cord wrap build.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Mastering the Integral Bolster: Forging a Chef's Knife That's Forged in One Piece
Techniques
Mastering the Integral Bolster: Forging a Chef's Knife That's Forged in One Piece

Integral bolster knives have a mystique based on their complex forging. We break down the techniques required to forge a full, one-piece chef's knife, from preforming the point to normalizing the finished piece.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Unsexy Truth: Why Knife Finishing Is the Real Test of a Bladesmith
Techniques
The Unsexy Truth: Why Knife Finishing Is the Real Test of a Bladesmith

We all love the sparks of the forge, but the true artistry of knife making lies in the meticulous, often painstaking process of finishing and polishing.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Curve in the Tool: Understanding the Scabbard Chisel in Japanese Bladesmithing
Equipment
The Curve in the Tool: Understanding the Scabbard Chisel in Japanese Bladesmithing

Not all tools are designed for straight lines. We dive into the specialized world of the scabbard chisel and why its subtle bend is critical to the art of Japanese sword making.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
When Fire Meets Fiber: Integrating Laser Engraving into Knife Making
Equipment
When Fire Meets Fiber: Integrating Laser Engraving into Knife Making

Blacksmith Walter Sorrells demonstrates how advanced laser engravers can revolutionize handle creation, blending ancient inlay techniques with modern precision.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Mastering the Bevel: Achieving a Consistent Grind Line
Techniques
Mastering the Bevel: Achieving a Consistent Grind Line

Walter Sorrells breaks down the critical hand-filing techniques needed to achieve a perfectly even, consistent bevel on your finished blade.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Budget Belt Grinders: Is the Buck Tool 2x48 the Knifemaker's Answer?
Equipment
Budget Belt Grinders: Is the Buck Tool 2x48 the Knifemaker's Answer?

Tired of high-end shop equipment costs? We break down the Buck Tool 2x48 belt grinder to see if this powerful, budget-friendly machine can handle your most demanding knifemaking projects.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
From CNC Bevels to the Final Polish: Walter Sorrells on the Art of Blade Finishing
Techniques
From CNC Bevels to the Final Polish: Walter Sorrells on the Art of Blade Finishing

We dive into the meticulous process of taking a CNC-machined blank and bringing it to a flawless finish, focusing on the critical steps of grinding and grit progression.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Raw Edge: Crafting a Fixed Blade with Minimal Gear
Techniques
The Raw Edge: Crafting a Fixed Blade with Minimal Gear

Think you need a massive forge and expensive billet steel to start? Walter Sorrells proves that a quality, durable fixed blade can be crafted using surprisingly simple hand tools.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
From Blade to Build: Mastering the Art of the Chiseling Edge
Techniques
From Blade to Build: Mastering the Art of the Chiseling Edge

Whether you're forging a Damascus blade or a woodworking chisel, the fundamentals of steel selection, heat treatment, and precision grinding remain the same.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Revealing the Soul of the Steel: A Deep Dive into Advanced Blade Polishing
Techniques
Revealing the Soul of the Steel: A Deep Dive into Advanced Blade Polishing

Learn how to use mild etching processes and specialized polishes to bring out the hidden grain structure and hamon on folded-steel blades like Tamahagane.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Deconstructing the Pattern: Forging Mosaic Damascus Steel from Billets
Techniques
Deconstructing the Pattern: Forging Mosaic Damascus Steel from Billets

Dive into the complex world of mosaic damascus by following a master bladesmith through the essential steps of forging, stacking, and manipulating steel billets.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Bringing the Beast Back to Life: Restoring a 50-Year-Old Industrial Drill Press
Equipment
Bringing the Beast Back to Life: Restoring a 50-Year-Old Industrial Drill Press

Sometimes the best tools are the ones that need the most love. We tackled a massive, rusty, floor-standing industrial drill press, turning a junk pile into a working shop staple.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Carpenter
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
The Smith's Eye: Avoiding the Top Mistakes in Knife Making
Techniques
The Smith's Eye: Avoiding the Top Mistakes in Knife Making

Even seasoned makers make slips. Walter Sorrells breaks down critical techniques—from perfecting your bevel grind to polishing without visible scratches—to help you elevate your knife work.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
Beyond the Grindstone: Does the Hapstone RS Deliver on the Promise of Ultimate Sharpening?
Equipment
Beyond the Grindstone: Does the Hapstone RS Deliver on the Promise of Ultimate Sharpening?

Keeping an edge dialed in is crucial for any serious knife owner. We break down the Hapstone RS and what you need to know about grit progression and sharpening system costs.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
Grinder Deep Dive: Does the $1000 Belt Grinder Live Up to the Hype?
Equipment
Grinder Deep Dive: Does the $1000 Belt Grinder Live Up to the Hype?

We break down the technical specs and belt compatibility of a budget belt grinder, analyzing if high-end features are worth the investment for your next heat treat.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
3 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
Myth-Busting the Forge: What Modern Bladesmithing Really Looks Like
Science
Myth-Busting the Forge: What Modern Bladesmithing Really Looks Like

From the myth of the constant hammer bang to the question of 'the best' steel, we break down the common misconceptions surrounding knife making and the heat treat process.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
3 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
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