Knife making

Knife making is a craft concerned with producing knives and other edged objects. It involves designing, forging, sharpening, hand-finishing and decorating knives. Knife makers use various materials, including steel, wood, horn and bone, to create functional and elegant knives.
In Bulgaria, knife making has a long tradition and has been important during various historical periods. During the Middle Ages, under the First and Second Bulgarian Empires, knife makers were important craftsmen because knives were needed in everyday life, warfare and hunting.
The manufacture of knives and blades in Bulgaria developed over the centuries, including under the Ottoman Empire. During that period, knife makers continued to provide quality tools and blades, passing their skills down from generation to generation.
Today, Bulgarian knife making continues past traditions while developing as both an art and a craft that combines traditional techniques with modern innovations. Handmade Bulgarian knives are known for their high quality and distinctive designs, which often reflect Bulgarian culture and history.