Treasured by knife collectors, enthusiasts, knifemakers and dealers worldwide, the Knives book is presented in a proven formula of sections: A bank of enthralling feature articles about the latest developments, history and transformation of knives, swords and edges of all types A Trends photo/caption section showcasing the latest in blades, steels, styles and materials A State of the Art photo/caption section parading scrimshawed, engraved, jewel-inlaid, etched, carved, sculpted and forge-welded, damascus and mosaic-damascus knives A Factory Trends section updating readers on the newest in factory or production knives And a completely updated directory of custom knifemakers, their contact information, including websites and email addresses, technical information, specialties, materials, price ranges, tools, tang stamps and comments. AUTHOR: Joe Kertzman has authored the Knives annual book since 2000. Other books by this author include Art of the Knife, Blade's Guide to Making Knives and four editions of Sporting Knives. Joe is a former Managing Editor of Blade magazine. 800 colour photographs