Kenneth, another suggestion for known steel here. If Aldo does not have 1075, 1084, you can go with 5160 or his 80crv2. 5160 is a good steel, forges w...

Excellent work Mark! Classy and classic. John would have loved it as do I. Brion

Jo, I do not have a surface grinder either. I get real close on the grinder, then if needed I use a surface plate and sand paper. For a surface plate ...

Thank you Nick. When you watch this pay attention to where the hammer is hitting, what part of the hammer Nick is using, and where the steel is on the...

Could not have said it better Bob. Jo, go with what you are most comfortable making. Branch out and experiment after you get your JS. Brion

I agree with Lin Jesse. Concentrate on balance and a good distal taper and the weight should work itself out. I like my big blades to have a balance p...

Very cool John! Interesting handle material. Excellent work! Brion

Another really nice one Steve. You are doing good work. Brion

Really nice work Steve! Cool wood too. I like the whole package. Brion

Thank you Erik! Lots of information. Brion

Ed, I go along with Brian. I have a relatively cheap 4x6 metal cutting one which works fine. One thing to keep in mind if you end up with one of these...