High Carbon
Episodes
The bearded steel wizard
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re joined by Coy Baker for a conversation about Damascus production, Baker Forge’s new stainless Damascus workflow, their "new...
The Art of the Click
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we dive into the hidden complexity of Kydex sheaths, from retention and click to carry, balance, and durability. We also talk kitchen knife...
Jonas Johnsson of Isasmedjan
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jonas of Isasmedjan joins us for a conversation on Kydex sheath development, shop moves, Solingen show prep, stainless etching, and the bal...
Roman of Kasé Knives
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the High Carbon Podcast, we welcome Roman of Kasé Knives from Switzerland for a detailed and insightful episode on performance driven kn...
Sven Schellander
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s episode has a bit of everything, shop updates, Kydex sheath making, crazy carbide price increases, folding knife talk, and plenty of cha...
Respect the Game!
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Keith and Pauli run a two man show this week, covering Pauli’s updated Varnas design, how customer feedback shapes better knives, new layered G10 op...
Handmade by Hudson
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Hudson Torrens joins the High Carbon Room Podcast after returning from an epic four month trip through Europe, visiting makers, learning ne...
The hot take inbox is on fire!
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
No guest this week, just pure shop talk and chaos. Keith puts the new white VSM belts through their paces sanding a mountain of stabilized blocks, th...
Fingal Ferguson!
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Fingal Ferguson joins us for another High Carbon episode that bounces from Knife Solingen including a Patreon giveaway (two 2-day passes). A new Ancho...
Does it really matter?
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Back in the High Carbon chaos: we kick off by roasting a product listing with handle colors that change from photo to photo (so, which knife are you a...
Knife Solingen
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Knife Solingen is back! We’re joined by Sixt Wetzler (Director of the Deutsches Klingenmuseum) and event manager Andrew Gläser to unpack what happe...
Coakley Knife Company
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With Pauli out sick, we’re joined by Ryan Coakley for a shop talk heavy episode. We trade wild kitchen stories and how chef life translates into kni...
Gabe Fletcher
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Gabe Fletcher of Anchorage forge returns with a massive shop upgrade, a rare Beaudry 400 power hammer with a 400 lb (181 kg) ram. We talk about how ...
Jeroen Knippenberg!
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jeroen from Knippenberg Knives returns for his third appearance to talk about the Netherlands knife makers symposium he organizes, why community focus...
DB blades!
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dom from DB Blades joins us to talk knife shows, shop workflow, and content. We learn about his new role as treasurer of Australia’s Knife Art Assoc...
Chernobyl
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With Albert away, Ben Kamon joins us as Pauli opens up about a trip that may have altered his brain for life, and might finally explain some of his co...
“People who teach classes aren’t good knife makers.”
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A late night group chat turns into a full blown debate after Pauly drops a hot take on one of our Patreon exclusive Low Carbon episodes: “People who...
Christmas Special, Year in Review
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
That’s a wrap for this year, and we just want to say a huge thank you for listening, sharing the show, and being part of our journey. Looking forw...
Steel For Good
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we learn the story behind Steel for Good, a global knifemaking collaboration created to help makers stay visible and conne...
Doc Smith
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest this week is Doc Smith a cognitive neuroscientist and linguist who also happens to be a part time knife maker. He shares how an inside jo...
Chantal Schaschl
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Master engraver and tattoo artist Chantal Schaschl joins us this week as she takes us into the heart of Ferlach, Austria’s legendary gunsmithing t...
It Takes Two To Tango
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pauli and Keith are holding down the fort this week while Albert gears up for Christmas markets. Expect unfiltered shop talk, knife making frustrati...
Modern Cooking
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with Peter Buckwalter from Modern Cooking for an in depth conversation about his recent move back to Sydney Australia. Peter ex...
Throwback Episode – The Return of Matt Bikker!
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re throwing it back with one of the original WFI Europe hosts, Matt Bikker! We catch up on where he’s been, talk about business, knif...
Shir Knives is back again!
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mershad from Shir Knives returns after an Instagram hack and talks about moving into a half finished house, setting up his new shop, and building hi...
Dimitri Turcott of Studio Blade
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we sit down with Dimitri Turcott, of Studio Blade. He explains how he brought his first production folder The Rambler to life through Kic...
Jonas Johnnson
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Swedish bladesmith and former podcaster Jonas Johnson AKA Isasmedjan. We talk about Jonas’s time working in a museum like, water...
Daniel Schneider
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest, Daniel Schneider of Blade Create, tells the story of leaving a difficult job to launch his own full time knife shop in Germany. From navi...
A "Low Carbon" special sneak peek episode just for you!
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Twice a month, we drop "Low Carbon" episodes for our Patreon members. Extra recordings with pre-show and aftershow moments that didn’t make ...
Fabian Scherl!
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest this episode is Fabian Scherl, the Austrian bladesmith and founder of Scherlfirearts. Fabian shares his journey from working as a chef in St...
Knife Show Austria 2026!
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Knife Show Austria 2026. New venue, space for up to 200 makers, and the support of major sponsors like Damasteel and knifematerial.at this event is se...
Andreas Lorenzi - Knife ban? No, thank you!
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we talk with Andreas Lorenzi, sixth-generation owner of Vienna’s oldest knife shop and founder of Messerverbot? Nein, danke! — an organi...
The Story Behind the DNA Knife.
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks episode, Albert tells us about one of the most ambitious knifemaking projects ever created! The DNA Knife for legendary chef Eckart Witzigm...
GripX™
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matt from Grip-X (formerly Grip Tec), joins us to discuss the journey of developing his unique resin-rubber hybrid handle material, the realities of l...
Geoff Feder!
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we welcome the legendary Geoff Feder of Feder Knives to the High Carbon Podcast. From mustard patinas and flame-licked oak handles to...
Out with the old in with the new!
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The crew is back together, and dropping some big news: we’re changing the podcast name to High Carbon.Pauly returns with updates on his health, gym ...
Two out of three ain’t bad
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Keith’s back from his U.S. trip shoulder troubles and jumps straight into stabilizing a mountain of Emboyna blocks. We talk resin colors, pressure p...
Poppa is gone pt 2: Pauli and Albert
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Again another summer episode: Poppa Keith is still in the US, so it's only Pauli and Albert again.https://scholar.google.com/scholar?as_vis=1&...
Big Poppa is gone
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s one of our summer episodes, recorded while Papa Keith is away! This time, Albert and Paulius are joined by Benjamin Kamon.Unfortunately, we ran...
The doctor is gone
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Keith and Paulius talk about super glue. And why you better be careful with your balls when using a small bed.Help support us on Patreon and visit ou...
Sausage Man!
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are joined this week by Jamie Bishop of Sausage Man Forge. Jamie shares his Blade Show experience, knife sales journey, and thoughts on teaching cl...
Mini Hell
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're joined by Baltazar from Minihell.eu! We answer listener questions and Baltazar shares valuable insights on building your ow...
Blade show madness!
21 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back from Atlanta and the Blade Show madness! In this episode, the trio reunites to recap the wild weekend—including beer adventures, and wi...
Home Alone with Baltic Blades
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While Keith and Albert are off enjoying Blade Show Atlanta, Paulus from Baltic Blades is holding down the fort—completely unsupervised. What starts ...
Carly Jenkins From Damasteel!
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re joined by Carly from Damasteel to talk all things knives, shows, and secrets. We dive into her experience at Knife Show Austr...
Catching up before the big show!
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We return with no guest and plenty of chaos. Keith talks about his healing collarbone and prepping for Blade Show, while Albert scrambles with last-mi...
Fingal was here!
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're joined by special guest Fingal Ferguson, fresh from the Knife Show Austria, who shares insights on the knife-making community and his deligh...
Alfredo Faccipieri and his translator Tre' Hill from 3rd Hill Customs!
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, things are a little more laid back. We are all feeling the pressure as we gear up for the big knife show in Austria this weekend. So we sat...
What to Expect at Knife Show Austria!
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, we talked with Martin Huber, the organizer of Knife Show Austria, for an exclusive preview of what to expect at this years sh...
Paul Baleta is back!
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we catch up with returning guest Paul Baleta of Baleta Handmade, who shares how relocating from Austria back to the UK has transformed his k...
Shop Talk Shenanigans!
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The crew is back with shop stories, Blade Show drama, and a surprise visit from Sid Knives. We talk fake Gold Vein knockoffs, and weird DMs from “wo...
Gabe Fletcher of Anchorage Forge!
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re joined by Gabe Fletcher of Anchorage Forge! Gabe is well known for his mesmerizing Damascus steel patterns and his passion for brewi...
Sid Knives!
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
Forge Works and the Unfortunate Incident!
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 annou...
Ben Kamon & Baltic Blades
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of "Steel the Show", Ben Kamon and Baltic Blades discuss the benefits and drawbacks of one-piece workflow. From packaging to T...
Camille Sennegon
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Camille Sennegon is a skilled artisan bladesmith and fabricator based in Cluses, France. Camille continues to refine his craft, earning him recognitio...
The return of Kurt Glatt!
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kurt Glatt is a skilled bladesmith based in Freiburg, Germany, known for crafting high-quality custom chef knives under Messerschmiede Glatt. Beyond k...
Tuna Swords & Power Hammers with Fingal Ferguson
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 sw...
Keith an Kamon
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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, ...
The Baltic Blades & Martin Huber Show!
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 Sho...
Tobias Hangler!
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, we talked with Tobias Hangler, one of the masterminds behind the Gold Vein Culinary project. Tobias is a passionate bladesmi...
Christoph Wild
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re joined by Christoph Wild In this episode, Chris dives into his unique finishing process, where he uses stones instead of traditiona...
Maxi Hänsch: The Woman Behind Knife Lounge, Hamburg!
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Maxi Hänsch, a seasoned knife enthusiast and the owner of Knife Lounge, has turned her passion for fine blades into a unique knife shop. Located in H...
Koray Yavaş of Idamai Forge
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re joined by Koray Yavaş from Idamai Forge, nestled at the foothills of the majestic Ida Mountains in Turkey. When he’s not working...
Erik Gullikson!
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re joined again by Erik Gullikson, an artist who transitioned from composing music to crafting exceptional knives. Erik’s designs co...
A Christmas Miracle!
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we catch up on some exciting updates from the Salzberg workshop. Albert added two new power hammer foundations—a big upgrade that’...
Jeroen Knippenberg
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Jeroen Knippenberg back to the show! Jeroen is a dedicated craftsman, striving to carve out his place in the kn...
Left to My Own Devices – Featuring Ben Kamon
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, I was left to fend for myself but fortunately, Ben Kamon joined me for an entertaining chat! We dive into the Damasteel Chef...
Alb Knives!
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re joined by Ben Halbauer from Alb Knives to talk about his exciting Coffin Nail project that’s been gaining a lot of attentio...
The return of Paulius Jančiukas!
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In his third appearance on our show, we welcome back Paulius Jančiukas, the talented craftsman behind Baltic Blades. check out his incredible work at...
Martin Huber and His Halloween Machete Project!
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we had a surprise guest appearance from Martin Huber! Martin stepped in last minute to join us and share some exciting updates. Make ...
The Hosts
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, it's just the three of us catching up on all the latest happenings. Matt shares his plans after DIY Europe, Keith talks about moving in...
Back in Business!
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The past few weeks have been a whirlwind for the three of us, but don’t worry—we're back on track! Get ready for more laughs, insights, and pl...
Ryan Chadbourne Coakley Knife and Batch Works Incorporated
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After a short break, we're excited to return with a brand new episode! This time, we're joined by none other than Ryan Chadbourne, from that o...
Knife show Austria!
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Save the Date! Knife Show Austria – May 10th & 11th 2025!In this week's episode, we chat with Martin Huber about the upcoming Knife Show Aus...
Noah Bloomberg!
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us this week as we sit down with Noah Bloomberg from Entiat River Forge. We dive into his latest knife lineup, explore the craftsmanship behind h...
Finally: Matt and Ben
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It finally happened: Matt and Ben. Neither Keith nor Albert could make it this week, so no one kept these two in order.Help support the podcast by joi...
Johbe Knives
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re excited to have Johannes from Johbe Knives as our guest! Johannes shares insights about his unique online configurator, where you c...
Shir Knives 2.0
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shir Knives is back on the podcast with an incredible story to share! In this episode, Merschad opens up about his journey from Iran to Germany. A jou...
Salzburger Messerschmiede!
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andi and Albert from the Salzburger Messerschmiede are back to share exciting news about their new shop. After a long search, they've finally foun...
Baltic Blades is back Baby!
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Paulius from Baltic Blades shares essential strategies to boost your productivity. Hard work alone isn't always enough, but with ...
Keith is back!
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I'm back ladies and gentleman! Isn't that enough? Help support our sponsor Pelican paste! you can also get it in the EU at Diy Europe.If you l...
Two's Company
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Matt and Albert are (NOT) talking about super secret projects. They are talking belt sizes, grinders, books, and why life and podcasting wit...
Ben Kamon gets philosophical.
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week's show is NOT about knives, bladsmithing and the like. Ben, Matt and Albert talk about kids, religion, politics, and philosophy. And all...
Matt and Toby
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week it's Matt and Toby Murrill from the Fire and Steel Podcast. They talk about how they've met, their love for one another, and their r...
Richard Schultz!
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We invited Richard Schultz blacksmith, knife maker and systemic family therapist to this weeks episode. Don't worry though he didn't evaluate ...
Kanji Knives
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We had a nice chat with Chris Stiegler from Kanji Knives.We talked about his segmented scales, how he got started and where he want's to be. don&#...
Matt's Big Adventure!
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Matt talked about his trip to The United states. He also spent some time at House made headquarters and worked on a special limited edition ...
WFI Europe Takeover!
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Matt visited Housemade.us with renowned podcaster Brian House. We discussed the commonalities among knife makers worldwide, explored variou...
Oliver Tobin!
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks guest makes every machine, tool, and accessory you need in your shop!Be sure to Follow Oliver on Instagram! You can find detailed descripti...
Three´s Company!
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It´s just the three of us this week, But don´t worry we still had a great episode! Someone stole Albert's Vaseline, Matt messed up the intro mus...
Kalderum Blades!
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Feichtl from Kalderum Blades was our guest this week. We talked about his recent move from the Riegersburger Burgschmied to his new work shop.Be...
Kurt Glatt
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Knife2024 in Solingen is over. We had a great show and finally got to meet with Kurt Glatt from Messerschmiede Glatt. The charity knife project wa...
And then there was three.
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just a few days left before Knife 2024 in Solingen, and we're putting the finishing touches on all the final details for the show.Help support the...
Alex Greenaway!
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With all the knife shows going on we had a small delay on this episode release. Alex Greenaway from Tretten Knive was our guest, and Matt made it on t...
Aequilibrium Bladeworks!
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bernhard Noitz from Aequilibium bladeworks was our guest this week. Be sure to follow him on Instagram and check out his knives. To help support the p...
Travis Haines!
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Travis Haines From Bird forge was our guest this week. We talked about his product line of knife care products and the future of Pelican paste. You ca...
Fingal Ferguson!
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fingal Ferguson shared his wisdom with us in this weeks episode. We talked about his Visit to Austria and he agreed to join us in Solingen next year!G...
Ryan Chadbourne Coakley,
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we Had Ryan Coakley from Ryan Chadbourne knife works on the podcast. We talked about batch work, diamond grinds, and some stuff you wouldn&#...
Gullikson Knives
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We had Erik Gullikson on board for this week's episode. He explains a unique approach of taking custom orders with his "two words" philoso...