I'm forging a number of leaves to go on an exterior build for author Christopher Golden in Massachusetts. I'm particularly happy with this one. To see how I'm forging these leaves, go to this page. Finished forged leaf (minus surface … [Read More...]
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Forging a Leaf (blacksmithing tutorial)
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...]
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...]