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Very nice! Really life like. I'm sure your daughter loves the lamp. Well done. Mitch

Very nice! It's always good to have connections. I have a 100# Fisher. I love it. I would love to find a larger one. Congrats! Enjoy. Mitch

I like it! Should be easy to see from the air. Mitch

I like it! Well done. Mitch

Very nice!

Wow! Very, very nice! Great craftsmanship and wonderful details. Well done! Mitch

Very nice, Jose. I am sure he will be very happy with it. Mitch

I never had the pleasure of meeting Gilly. She sounds like a fine lady. God bless. Prayers from Florida. Mitch

Prayers from Florida. RIP Mitch

jmc, what do you quench the L-6 in? Air, oil, water?? Thanks Mitch

Welcome to the obsession. And welcome to the site. First of all, you've learned one of the most important things. Stay away from galvanized or plated metals if at all possible. Other than that, don't confine yourself to just making one thing. Yes, knives are cool. But there are so many other things to make it will make your head spin. Start with smaller, easier things to gain hammer and heat control. Start with the basics. There is a wealth of information on this site to learn from and many experienced and helpful people. Start with going through the forums and reading the different topics. Go through the gallery and look at the vast array of items that have been posted here. From the basic to the very detailed. Lastly, feel free to ask more questions. And post pictures of what you have created. Pictures help us see exactly how you are doing. Good luck and have fun! Mitch

Very nice! Mitch

Very nice. Great design and well made. Mitch

Wow! That is one beautiful knife!

I make butterflies as part of sculptures, etc. The one that postleg posted is one that I did. I agree with Beth. The best place to start is nature itself. Download pictures of various butterflies as examples. Others here have posted different examples. You are only limited my your own imagination. Good luck and keep us posted. Mitch

Good for you for standing up for yourself and your craft. I think you made your point. I agree with Wayne that you should invite him to your shop and give it a try. He will learn just how demanding and difficult it can be. Personally, I do my blacksmithing for me and no one else. If all I ever did was make things and throw them into a pile, that would be ok. It's what I am passionate about and it brings me great satisfaction. My family and friends actually enjoy what I make and request more than I have time to make. That's a bonus. But not why I do it. Enjoy your craft. It is part of you. Mitch

Prayers sent from Florida. Mitch

VERY Cool!!! Mitch

So sorry for your loss. Our prayers continue for you and your family. Mitch

Nice work! It's also a nice variety of things. All well done. Mitch

Very nice and loooooong knives. Really nice file work too! Well done. Mitch

I like it! Nice lines. What type of wood did you use for the handle? Mitch