J.P. started making Damascus in 1977. He uses three different 
combinations of carbon steel - 1095 + 01, 1084 +15N20, and 1095 + 4150.
Damascus knives will have from 200 to 500 layers of steel. To create the
 Damascus steel a gas forge and 50 lb. trip hammer are used to weld and 
fold the layers of steel together. After forging, grinding and polishing the 
metal is etched to bring out the beautiful grain patterns of the steel. Each 
piece is an original work of art. Please contact J.P. Miller with questions.

Phone 319-635-2294    Click to email J.P.Miller

 9024 Goeller Road,  RR 2, Box 28,  Fairbank, Iowa  50629

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