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Making an Axe

Posted: Sat Jan 19, 2013 9:18 am
by Steve Simmons
Well done video on a neat subject.


Re: Making an Axe

Posted: Sat Jan 19, 2013 2:45 pm
by Jim Shade
A bit pricy, but worth it -> http://www.neemantools.com/en/products/axes

Re: Making an Axe

Posted: Sat Jan 19, 2013 5:52 pm
by olson_gene
Joe Caswell in Thousand Oaks hand forges knives and swords. His work is incredible. The gorgeous patterns of the twisted bars, yet the blade is light and flexible. Unfortunately he is now moving to mass produced knives. no video, but look at this blade

http://www.caswellstudios.com/SwordPage ... ailey.html

also check his visual guide to Damascus steel. Click on each number to see the actual steel bars.

http://www.caswellstudios.com/SwordPage ... gpage.html