The Last 10%: Where Good Knives Fail and Great Knives Begin

Warning: This talk will permanently ruin how you look at your own knives. The difference between good and great is not talent. It is the last 10 percent, and most makers lose it without even realizing it. Your lines drift. Your transitions soften. Your symmetry lies to you. And you call it done. ABS Master Smith Neels van den Berg dissects the subtle inconsistencies in geometry, flow, and finish that quietly separate respectable work from undeniable craftsmanship. You will learn why makers plateau, how to spot the blind spots you have trained yourself to ignore, and how to build a ruthless system that forces your work to level up. If you are comfortable with good enough, skip this. If you want your knives to stand out in a room full of makers, show up ready to have your standards reset.