I'll start by saying I'm probably one of the greenest makers that tested. I've only made about 36 knives, including my test knives. I had a lot of hel...

Congratulations to everyone else who passed. A lot of work and worry went into that room. I for one am glad it's over...now I can have fun again. BTW ...

An after thought. I'm not sure the five minute soak is necesary. I've been working with 1075 and no soak is necessary. Perhaps Lin Rhea could clarify ...

Hey Danny, here's my suggestion. Make a 10 in. blade... nothing fancy just a good chopper. I think you will get a better idea of the cutting potential...

Thank's ya'll, I'm a-tryin'. Thanks to my dad for his sheathwork too.

The blade is 1075. It does have a hamon, but the picture doesn't show it. I'm still learning how to pull them out. The handle is California buckeye Bu...

Thanks a lot y'all. I'm really glad to have that behind me... kind of nerve racking. Now for atlanta!