First axe

[Bentiron1946]

That sure has a pleasing shape to it. Now all you need is to make a Nordic helmet to go with it, some chain maille and a few other items and your in the raiding business. What's in your wallet?

[ApprenticeMan]

BentIron

[Frosty]

Very nice Sam.

What do you mean too cold for camping, it isn't below zero is it?

Frosty

[Dan OHare]

Very nice Sam! I wouldn't want you mad at me, not within arm's reach or at forty paces...
Just kidding. LOOKS GOOD!
Dan

[Dan OHare]

BTW- Sam did you delve into your library for inspiration or how-to's on this?
Just looking out for those who might want to try making one of these who may not live anywhere near an active blacksmithing group and are on their own.
I have one book here which is very good on this subject but I'll leave the ball in your court, its your thread.
Dan

[Dale Russell]

But Sam , it's got a handle on it .. . . . ???? Can't be 1 of yours

[Aeneas]

Sweet job Sam.
That baby looks like it would throw really nicely.
Gotta try one myself one day.

Sam (the other Sam)

[m_brothers]

Oh, Aeneas brings up a good point, can you use that axe as a throwing axe as well?

[Aeneas]

Originally Posted by m_brothers

Oh, Aeneas brings up a good point, can you use that axe as a throwing axe as well?

That would make one FINE throwing axe.
Good thing I'm running a Throwing practice today - I've got the itch to throw axes now.
Thanks Sam.

Sam (the other Sam)

[ApprenticeMan]

Originally Posted by Dan OHare

BTW- Sam did you delve into your library for inspiration or how-to's on this?
Just looking out for those who might want to try making one of these who may not live anywhere near an active blacksmithing group and are on their own.
I have one book here which is very good on this subject but I'll leave the ball in your court, its your thread.
Dan

Dan, I alas do not have any good books or info on axes or axe making in my small humble library, so I would highly welcome any suggestions you have and are more than welcome to post them here. I did glean a bunch of information from a few threads over on Don Fogg's forum, as well as my internet surfing looking at a bunch of cool axe makers from russia. Here is the thread from Don's

bearded axe curve - Bladesmith's Forum Board

Alot of good info there.

Originally Posted by Aeneas

That would make one FINE throwing axe.
Good thing I'm running a Throwing practice today - I've got the itch to throw axes now.
Thanks Sam.

Sam (the other Sam)

Sam, that is great info! It does feel pretty hefty for a throw, though I made it more as a keen cutting edge holder it would not be as tough as a thrower would require (especially with my skills at throwing hehe).