It looks great Chris. Nice taper in the tang and tight fit up. I know your customer will be very happy.

That is so clean. I really like your work John.

It's nice Chris. Very nice grinding and tapering.

It looks flawless to me. This is a fine example of fit and finish.

Dean, If you have a sturdy blacksmith vise, you can clamp down on a hardy stem and get by but there's not much mass behind the tool. This is exactly t...

That's a very nice rendition of Ed's work. Very clean and crisp. Wonderful work.

Please accept our condolences Steve.

That's a beauty!

Thank you Brion. I will. Thank you all for your help.

Thanks for the response.

Jo, Along with the above good, sound advice from Ed and the link to photos from Dan, I would suggest that you examine the rules "Journeyman smith Test...

Don't mean to butt in but I believe its coal dust to keep the punch from sticking.

I'm gonna do one. Fair warning Nick. That really appeals to me.