Here's how I'm currently forging leaves. I'm still refining, but I'm pretty happy with the end results. Start with 1/2-inch round stock and forge to shape. I use both a power hammer and hand hammering. Forge in the center vein using a … [Read More...]
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Testing a Different Power Hammer Die
All of the following using the new (to me) hammer die on test metal... (Image 1) Tapered to square. (Image 2) Tapered to octagon. (Image 3) Tapered to hexadecagon. (Image 4) This is as facet-free as I can get it using the flat face of the … [Read More...]
Next Batch of Tentacle Bottle Openers
(Image 1) This is eight tentacle bottle openers in waiting; 3/4-inch round stock. (Image 2) But first, I need to get accustomed to a new (to me...) tapering die on the Bradley 50-lb power hammer. Eventually, it should make my life easier. But we … [Read More...]