Here is part 2 of our interview with master bladesmith Steve Rollert of Keen Edge Knives! We continue our discussion on damascus steel! Why was damascus steel so important in the middle ages, why is damascus a prime choice for large blades like swords and bowie knives, and what should a knife collector keep an eye out for when searching for a damascus blade?

To contact Steve or see more of his work, check out his website below:
https://www.keenedgeknives.com/

For those looking for the books Steve mentioned, you can find them here:

Damascus Steel: Myth, History, Technology, Applictions
https://amzn.to/2RERkDI

The Master Bladesmith
https://amzn.to/3etHJZn

The Complete Bladesmith
https://amzn.to/3ev4JHx

You can also find the youtube channels Steve mentioned below as well:

Murray Carter at Carter Cutlery
   / @cartercutlery  

Walter Sorrells
   / slappybuckshot  

Alec Steele
   / @alecsteele