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Darn it Jesse, you beat me to this! I've been wanting to do exactly this project for about 10 years now, but hadn't been able to find anybody would could machine the frame. Tony Swatton was going to hook me up with you about 5 years ago when you were getting into forging, but somehow it didn't...

Rex, If you're just getting your feet wet with Damascus, I'd say to stick with 1084/15n20 to start. This combo sticks like glue and lets you concentrate on everything else that you have to keep an eye on when working Damascus. Nickel can be a fickle mistress. If you flux a little too late the...

Check out Admiral for nickel 201 foil. They have it in .005", .010", .020", and .030". Best prices I've found for it, but it's still not cheap at >$40/lb. Nickel has gotten EXPENSIVE. -d

I know the Iron Kiss hammers very well. John Larson who manufactures them is a member of my blacksmith guild and I've run his hammers a lot over the years. I can say with complete confidence that his hammers are some of the highest quality machines I've ever seen. The 50lb hammer is a great...

Looking forward to seeing this one come to completion Bruce! Also, keep us posted on that diamond chop saw blade. If it's as good as they advertise I'll probably want one. Are you always taking all of the scale off of pieces before you cut? -d

Disclaimer: Yes, you've all heard me rave about John Larson's Iron Kiss Hammers. It's no secret that I really like John's hammers, and you may think you've heard me say all there is to say. Please reconsider and read on. there's new stuff in here. So, Friday I took a rare day off of work to...

As far as I know Larry doesn't have a website. I've got his email address though. I'll send it to you in a PM since I do'nt want to be the cause of his getting more spam by posting it here :) -d

All of Butch's razors are sold through the folks at http://www.classicshaving.com/ -d

Go to your local Fastenal. They can handle it and I think it's only $70-80.

When I see it for sale at hammer-ins, etc around me it's usually about $2/lb. -d

We'll make sure to let Mace know you're new...just as you're crossing the wobbly bridge... :D It'll be one of the best things you do all year...good choice in deciding to come ;) -d

I've got an anvil that big, but it's not that nice...man I need to win the lotto.... -d

Thanks! That means a lot coming from such a fine steel smasher as yourself Mr. Metsala! I still think I can do a little better in my mimicry of the wood...this one is going to get worked on for a while... -d

I'm thinking "Redwood Burl" :) Thanks for the kind words folks, I'm going to be working with this one more for sure. -d

So, a while ago I was visiting Butch Harner and saw this piece of redwood he had laying on the bench: It got me thinking...Last night I finished this: The picture sucks, the lighting is bad and it's blurry, but until I get some natural light it's the best I have. More pictures will...

I'm going to answer the questions that I have enough experience to give a decent opinion on here...The ones I'm not answering, well...I'm not answering :) Whatever new, awesome pattern welded steel I just finished in the shop. :D The "why" should be obvious. Depends on the type of edge...

What Ed said...Make gorgeous furniture out of it and find a reputable supplier for your blade steel. In the grand scheme of things, looking for a bargain on steel will always give you a headache one way or another. -d

Here's a few more pics from Ashokan past to whet the appetites of the un-initiated.... Ric Furrer and Jerry Rados tend the wootz smelt Ric Furrer and (I believe) a smudgy Rock Barrett work some Tamahagane. Even Burt Foster is in awe of Burt Foster's work... :D (Also, note the adoring gaze...

Another happy VistaPrint user! :) -d

Best wishes to you in your recovery and continued well being Don. You are an inspiration to us all in everything you do and I know you're not near done with that. Take some time and enjoy your family. You've earned it. -d