This manual covers the process of making many different styles of primitive knives. There are "how-to" chapters on Bowie knives, the kris knife, Appalachian style knife, stiletto, dagger, and many more. Auxiliary chapters on knife maintenance, Damascus steel, sheath making, history of guards, tempering steel, are also included; plus bonus chapters not directly related to knives such as how to make haversacks, tobacco pipes, fire-tools, history of hobos, gunpowder, various survival tips, campfire fiction with some graphic content, and more. Numerous photos are included.