Good day, all. (Mods, I wasn't sure where to post this, so I put it in skills and campfire. Delete as necessary!) I recently got myself a decent little anvil and milled a stump for its base. I also got some basic tongs and hammers and have been itching to try my hand at forging (first No. 1). Below is the result. I've been reading and watching quite a few resources, but was humbled when I started actually putting the hammer to the steel! I forged a few steel fire strikers and a small test blade and then decided to jump in with both feet on these two colonial-style friction folders (first No. 2).
I'm not really pleased with the lines or proportions on these knives, but they work as they should, hardened nicely, etched okay in vinegar, and took a keen edge. I do, however, like working with hammered pins (first No. 3). I also like the challenge of moving parts and the way rosewood tools and finishes into a handle (first No. 4).
Thanks for looking, all. As always, critique welcomed
