Joshua C States
Joshua C States
Journeyman Bladesmith (5yr)
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Joined: Feb 15, 2021
Last seen: Feb 23, 2025
Topics: 23 / Replies: 344
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RE: JS Testing Locations

The ABS website has the list with published contact information: Member Directory- Master Bladesmiths – American Bladesmith Society

3 years ago
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RE: What happens if I weld all this together?

I for one, think this is a very cool idea. I also think that following those rabbit trails is the only way to get your abilities to meet your aspirati...

3 years ago
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RE: K-Tip Gyuto

I really like that one. Nice work right there.

3 years ago
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RE: What happens if I weld all this together?

Are you assuming that the historical source ball bearings are actually 52100, or have you confirmed this somehow? You can always check contrast betwee...

3 years ago
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RE: Monitoring journeyman blade performance

A JPEG photo file would definitely help. I can only suggest the method I used to document my trials. Keep track of the blade stats, width, spine thick...

3 years ago
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RE: Newest Damascus Blade

You are the second person to suggest this. I was talking to Matt P. earlier today and he said the same thing. Sounds like a conspiracy!

3 years ago
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RE: Newest Damascus Blade

It's funny you should ask. This was made as a commission for someone who took a liking to a dagger I made back in 2014/2015. You might remember it fro...

3 years ago
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RE: Newest Damascus Blade

The other side  Etch-4-1.jpg

3 years ago
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RE: What Did You Do In Your Shop Today?

We finally took a break from putting down the new tile flooring...600 square feet down, 150 more to go! We took a shop day and I spent most of it ma...

3 years ago
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RE: What Did You Do In Your Shop Today?

So what were the big mistakes and what do you think you need to learn how to do better?

3 years ago
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RE: Takedown Damascus Bowie | RBO

Nice photo setup and the pic looks good. I can't tell if you do this already, but it looks like not. So, if I could make a small suggestion, find a sm...

3 years ago
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