Full Series - Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course

Complete series - Volume 1-5

Murray Carter, 17th generation Yoshimoto Bladesmith, will guide you as you learn the necessary skills and mindset to forge high-performance blades. After teaching hundreds of students to forge high quality blades throughout his career, Murray is happy to finally offer the full video series of his legendary bladesmithing courses.

Murray Carter is a ABS (American Bladesmith Society) recognized Master Smith who has personally forged over 31,000 blades. Continuing the nearly 450 year Yoshimoto Bladesmithing tradition, he is an expert on traditional Japanese Bladesmithing techniques.

“As Sensei Sakemoto passed the skills on to me, I now take great pride and pleasure in passing the skills on to you. Stay Sharp!”
- Murray Carter

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  • Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Class - Course Introduction

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    Murray Carter, 17th generation Yoshimoto Bladesmith, will guide you as you learn the necessary skills and mindset to forge high-performance blades. After teaching hundreds of students to forge high quality blades throughout his career, Murray is happy to finally offer the full video series of his...

  • Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Intro

    45s — 1 text track

    Murray introduces the first course - the Desk Knife - This volume focuses on building fundamental skills by forging practical knives with commonly available tools to serve as the first step towards learning bladesmithing.

    Murray Carter, 17th generation Yoshimoto Bladesmith, will guide you as yo...

  • Volume 1 - Episode 1 - Setup & Equipment

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Desk Knife

    Volume 1 - Episode 1 - Setup & Equipment

  • Volume 1 - Episode 2 - Forging the Steel - The Blade

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Desk Knife

    Volume 1 - Episode 2 - Forging the Steel - The Blade

  • Volume 1 - Episode 3 - Forging the Steel - The Handle

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Desk Knife

    Volume 1 - Episode 3 - Forging the Steel - The Handle

  • Volume 1 - Episode 4 - Annealing

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Desk Knife

    Volume 1 - Episode 4 - Annealing

  • Volume 1 - Episode 5 - Cold Forging

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Desk Knife

    Volume 1 - Episode 5 - Cold Forging

  • Volume 1 - Episode 6 - Grinding
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    Volume 1 - Episode 6 - Grinding

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Desk Knife

    Volume 1 - Episode 6 - Grinding

  • Volume 1 - Episode 7 - Drilling the Handle

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Desk Knife

    Volume 1 - Episode 7 - Drilling the Handle

  • Volume 1 - Episode 8 - Homemade Clay

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Desk Knife

    Volume 1 - Episode 8 - Homemade Clay

  • Volume 1 - Episode 9 - Quenching

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Desk Knife

    Volume 1 - Episode 9 - Quenching

  • Volume 1 - Episode 10 - Tempering

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Desk Knife

    Volume 1 - Episode 10 - Tempering

  • Volume 1 - Episode 11 - Crafting the Handle - Part 1

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Desk Knife

    Volume 1 - Episode 11 - Crafting the Handle - Part 1

  • Volume 1 - Episode 12 - Crafting the Handle - Part 2

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Desk Knife

    Volume 1 - Episode 12 - Crafting the Handle - Part 2

  • Volume 1 - Episode 13 - Shaping the Handle

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Desk Knife

    Volume 1 - Episode 13 - Shaping the Handle

  • Volume 1 - Episode 14 - Finishing the Handle

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Desk Knife

    Volume 1 - Episode 14 - Finishing the Handle

  • Volume 1 - Episode 15 - Sharpening & Finishing

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Desk Knife

    Volume 1 - Episode 15 - Sharpening & Finishing

  • Volume 1 - Episode 16 - Final Thoughts

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 1 - Desk Knife

    Volume 1 - Episode 16 - Final Thoughts

  • Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Intro

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    Murray introduces Volume 2 - the Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife - With access to basic forging tools, this volume has a special focus on improving the metallurgical properties of the steel through low temperature forging. You will also learn to use your eyes to determine blade straightness and profile...

  • Volume 2 - Episode 1 - Setup & Equipment

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife

    Volume 2 - Episode 1 - Setup & Equipment

  • Volume 2 - Episode 2 - Forging the Steel - Part 1

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife

    Volume 2 - Episode 2 - Forging the Steel - Part 1

  • Volume 2 - Episode 3 - Forging the Steel - Part 2

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife

    Volume 2 - Episode 3 - Forging the Steel - Part 2

  • Volume 2 - Episode 4 - Cold Forging

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife

    Volume 2 - Episode 4 - Cold Forging

  • Volume 2 - Episode 5 - Forging a Stamp

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife

    Volume 2 - Episode 5 - Forging a Stamp

  • Volume 2 - Episode 6 - Quenching

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife

    Volume 2 - Episode 6 - Quenching

  • Volume 2 - Episode 7 - Straightening the Blade

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife

    Volume 2 - Episode 7 - Straightening the Blade

  • Volume 2 - Episode 8 - Grinding

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife

    Volume 2 - Episode 8 - Grinding

  • Volume 2 - Episode 9 - Brass Guard - Part 1

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife

    Volume 2 - Episode 9 - Brass Guard - Part 1

  • Volume 2 - Episode 10 - Brass Guard - Part 2

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife

    Volume 2 - Episode 10 - Brass Guard - Part 2

  • Volume 2 - Episode 11 - Crafting the Handle - Part 1

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife

    Volume 2 - Episode 11 - Crafting the Handle - Part 1

  • Volume 2 - Episode 12 - Crafting the Handle - Part 2

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife

    Volume 2 - Episode 12 - Crafting the Handle - Part 2

  • Volume 2 - Episode 13 - Crafting the Handle - Part 3

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife

    Volume 2 - Episode 13 - Crafting the Handle - Part 3

  • Volume 2 - Episode 14 - Finishing the Handle

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife

    Volume 2 - Episode 14 - Finishing the Handle

  • Volume 2 - Episode 15 - Finishing the Blade

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife

    Volume 2 - Episode 15 - Finishing the Blade

  • Volume 2 - Episode 16 - Final Thoughts

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 2 - Hidden Tang Outdoor Knife

    Volume 2 - Episode 16 - Final Thoughts

  • Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 3 - Intro

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    Murray introduces Volume 3 - the Laminated Kitchen Knife - Building on the previous volume, Murray demonstrates forge welding a three-layer laminate blade (san-mai).

    Murray Carter, 17th generation Yoshimoto Bladesmith, will guide you as you learn the necessary skills and mindset to forge hig...

  • Volume 3 - Episode 1 - Setup & Equipment

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 3 - Laminated Kitchen Knife

    Volume 3 - Episode 1 - Setup & Equipment

  • Volume 3 - Episode 2 - Forge Welding

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 3 - Laminated Kitchen Knife

    Volume 3 - Episode 2 - Forge Welding

  • Volume 3 - Episode 3 - Forging & Annealing

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 3 - Laminated Kitchen Knife

    Volume 3 - Episode 3 - Forging & Annealing

  • Volume 3 - Episode 4 - Cold Forging

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 3 - Laminated Kitchen Knife

    Volume 3 - Episode 4 - Cold Forging

  • Volume 3 - Episode 5 - Grinding
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    Volume 3 - Episode 5 - Grinding

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 3 - Laminated Kitchen Knife

    Volume 3 - Episode 5 - Grinding

  • Volume 3 - Episode 6 - Straightening the Blade

    12m — 1 text track

    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 3 - Laminated Kitchen Knife

    Volume 3 - Episode 6 - Straightening the Blade

  • Volume 3 - Episode 7 - Quenching & Tempering

    12m — 1 text track

    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 3 - Laminated Kitchen Knife

    Volume 3 - Episode 7 - Quenching & Tempering

  • Volume 3 - Episode 8 - Grinding & Sharpening

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 3 - Laminated Kitchen Knife

    Volume 3 - Episode 8 - Grinding & Sharpening

  • Volume 3 - Episode 9 - Crafting the Handle - Part 1

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 3 - Laminated Kitchen Knife

    Volume 3 - Episode 9 - Crafting the Handle - Part 1

  • Volume 3 - Episode 10 - Crafting the Handle - Part 2

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 3 - Laminated Kitchen Knife

    Volume 3 - Episode 10 - Crafting the Handle - Part 2

  • Volume 3 - Episode 11 - Crafting the Handle - Part 3

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 3 - Laminated Kitchen Knife

    Volume 3 - Episode 11 - Crafting the Handle - Part 3

  • Volume 3 - Episode 12 - Crafting the Handle - Part 4

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 3 - Laminated Kitchen Knife

    Volume 3 - Episode 12 - Crafting the Handle - Part 4

  • Volume 3 - Episode 13 - Finishing the Knife

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 3 - Laminated Kitchen Knife

    Volume 3 - Episode 13 - Finishing the Knife

  • Volume 3 - Episode 14 - Final Thoughts

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    Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course - Volume 3 - Laminated Kitchen Knife

    Volume 3 - Episode 14 - Final Thoughts

  • Full Series - Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course

    71 videos

    Complete series - Volume 1-5

    Murray Carter, 17th generation Yoshimoto Bladesmith, will guide you as you learn the necessary skills and mindset to forge high-performance blades. After teaching hundreds of students to forge high quality blades throughout his career, Murray is happy to finally offe...

  • Watch Free - Blade Sharpening Fundamentals

    2 videos

    For years, Murray Carter forged a new path in the world of instructional videos, educating on knife sharpening and maintenance with the goal of inspiring an international audience to relearn the lost art of hand sharpening blades on stones. The core of these videos was Blade Sharpening Fundamenta...

  • Volume 1 - Carter Cutlery Bladesmithing Course

    17 videos

    Murray introduces Volume 1 - the Desk Knife - This volume focuses on building fundamental skills by forging practical knives with commonly available tools to serve as the first step towards learning bladesmithing.

    Murray Carter, 17th generation Yoshimoto Bladesmith, will guide you as you learn ...