Is this your most recent work?

I second the benchtop mill as the next item in your toolkit. Especially if you are planning to test for your JS. Guard slotting is much more accurate ...

Looking good Matt. You will rapidly find that making specialized press dies is your next endeavor! I have seveal sets: Flat for welding, drawing die...

Is the knife at the bottom of the photo the shape you plan to use for the test?

You have a rotary tool. Try using these:/p> They come in a variety of grits and are perfectly flexible to comform to those curves.

Thanks Kevin. Here is a closeup of the blade  Etched-blade-2.jpg

They each have a fixed pomell cap.  Pair-of-caps-top.jpg

Thanks Bobby. If you have any questions abot the build, fire away.

Here's a short video of the knife before it left my shop:/p>

Nice one Brion! Into the inspriation folder.....

Welcome and good to have you onboard. I'm looking forward to seeing more of your work.

@jennifer Petrila wrapped and welded is serious work! Well, axes in general are serious work.I'm gearing up again for a few axes myself. Thanks for t...

I love using good quality wrought iron. That looks pretty cool. Did you punch and drift the eye or fold and forge weld it?