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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Ten Pro Knife Making Tricks! - How to Lay Out Your Blade
Grinding Jig Questions...Answered! - Knife Maker's Friday Five
Knife Making Tools - Behind the Scenes (Again!)
Knife Making Tool - Behind the Scenes Continued
Chef's Knife on NITRO! - Make One For Your Family
New Tool - Ripping Back the Curtain!
A Knife Maker's Grinder for $200 Bucks? No Way! - The Vevor 1X30...Exposed!
Awesome Blade Show Experience!
Behind The Scenes at Sorrells Tool - Knife Maker's Friday Five
I Ground 25 Knives in 1 Day! - Here's What I Learned
Atlanta Blade Show
Make a Magnetic Knife Rack! - De-Clutter That Kitchen!
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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
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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 hours ago
Beyond the Grindstone: Does the Hapstone RS Deliver on the Promise of Ultimate Sharpening?
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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 hours ago
Grinder Deep Dive: Does the $1000 Belt Grinder Live Up to the Hype?
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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 hours ago
Myth-Busting the Forge: What Modern Bladesmithing Really Looks Like
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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 hours ago
Crafting the Edge: Making a Wood Carving Knife with Only Hand Tools
Techniques
Crafting the Edge: Making a Wood Carving Knife with Only Hand Tools

Sometimes the best tools are the simplest. Join us as we watch a master knifemaker demonstrate how to create a beautiful, functional wood carving knife using nothing but hand saws and files.

Walter Sorrells
Walter Sorrells
Rogue Blades
4 min
0 0 0about 2 hours ago
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