Making a Damascus Glass Knife
Damascus steel is made by folding layers of metal to produce unique organic patterns. Glass artist Jacob Barfield used a similar technique to make a Bowie knife out of glass. He started by heating layers of blue and white glass and folded the molten glass onto itself. After shaping the blade on a sanding wheel, he
Damascus steel is made by folding layers of metal to produce unique organic patterns. Glass artist Jacob Barfield used a similar technique to make a Bowie knife out of glass. He started by heating layers of blue and white glass and folded the molten glass onto itself. After shaping the blade on a sanding wheel, he hand-shaped a crystal handle and pommel.
