Zerra

We all use a knife almost everyday, but for well-known survivalist Laura Zerra her very life often depends on the blade she takes with her into the wild. She's learned about what works and what doesn't, what steel will hold an edge, and what nuances in blade design will make or break a knife.

In A Modern Guide to Knifemaking, Zerrra shares all the tips and tricks she's learned to make her own knife, including step-by-step instructions for both forging and stock removal.