Podcast Episode Description:

After a year-long break, Sven Schellander of SID Knives is back—and better than ever! This week, Sven joins us to talk about what he's been up to: building a new house, setting up a fully equipped workshop, and preparing for his first knife show this May 10th and 11th at Knife Show Austria. With a fresh workspace and his passion reignited, Sven is diving headfirst into the craft and pushing his skills to the next level. Tune in to hear about his journey, his plans, and why you should definitely follow his progress on Instagram!

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This Week on the Pod: We’re joined by Chris from Forge Works, who gives us an inside look at some of his exciting upcoming projects—plus, he announces something huge that’s already in the works! Meanwhile, Keith gets an unexpected visitor mid-recording, but don't worry, Paulius keeps the ship sailing smoothly for our listeners.

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In this episode of "Steel the Show", Ben Kamon and Baltic Blades discuss the benefits and drawbacks of one-piece workflow. From packaging to Toyota's A3 method, they discuss how it impacts quality, creativity, and efficiency in their business model. This episode is packed with jokes, insights, inspiration, and a little bit of shop talk.

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Camille Sennegon is a skilled artisan bladesmith and fabricator based in Cluses, France. Camille continues to refine his craft, earning him recognition within the American Bladesmith Society. In 2024, he became a full-time bladesmith, and this week he joined us to discuss the knives he will present in Atlanta this year as he works toward earning his Master Smith title.

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Kurt Glatt is a skilled bladesmith based in Freiburg, Germany, known for crafting high-quality custom chef knives under Messerschmiede Glatt. Beyond knife-making, Kurt also offers forging courses, sharing his craftsmanship with others. His dedication to precision and artistry has earned him recognition in the knife-making community.

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This week, we’re joined by the legendary Fingal Ferguson! We take a closer look at the latest from the Salzburg boys, including their newest tuna sword and how it performed slicing through a massive 200+ kilo bluefin tuna. Plus, Fingal’s fully restored power hammer has finally arrived! The boys walk him through setting it up for the first time, sharing tips, laughs, and a few surprises along the way—including announcing the winners of two weekend passes to the upcoming Knife Show Austria May 10th and 11th.

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In this episode, we dive into an important question for knife makers: Are you just selling a product, or are you selling your journey, craftsmanship, and passion? Buyers are often drawn to more than just a blade—they connect with the maker behind it. We discuss how storytelling, branding, and building a personal connection with your audience can elevate your sales and set you apart in a competitive market.

This week, Paulius from Baltic Blades and Martin Huber take center stage. We were there, but they did most of the talking! They talked about Knife Show Austria, happening on May 10th & 11th, providing crucial insights for exhibitors on how to prepare, present their work, and maximize their experience at the event.

📌 Topics Covered:

🔹 What to bring if you're an exhibitor

🔹 Best sources for quality knife bags for your knife sales

🔹 How to win a set of two tickets to the show!

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This week on the podcast, we talked with Tobias Hangler, one of the masterminds behind the Gold Vein Culinary project. Tobias is a passionate bladesmith who has combined his expertise in metallurgy with a love for culinary arts to create knives that are as stunning as they are functional. His Gold Vein project showcases his dedication to craftsmanship, featuring unique and luxurious culinary tools designed to elevate the cooking experience.

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This week, we’re joined by Christoph Wild In this episode, Chris dives into his unique finishing process, where he uses stones instead of traditional sandpaper. He explains the advantages of this method, how it impacts the final product, and why it’s become such an important part of his knife making process.

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