DanCampbell

Hi,
I am using a charcoal forge, am am forging the heavy work at a yellow color and then light taps at just above non-magnetic.

As far as the edge not being straight I was going for a bit of recurve (Kukri / Parang) theme but that is open for change.

Thank you all for the help, this is my very first one.
Dan

Hi Curly,
No, I'm near Warrenton, VA
Nice to be here, seems like a good forum.
Thanks for the welcome.
Dan

Hi Dan and welcome to FI. You didn't include your location, so I'm going to ask. You wouldn't be the Dan Campbell from central ILL that I know, would ya?

Thanks for the tips,
I will take it to the grinder.

Hello,
I am working on a large knife and would like some advise.
It's 5160 leaf spring, about 17 inches long.

I'm not sure how thin the edge should be and I'm worried about buring the tip up.

Also, how can I get a smooth finish with the hammer? is that where a flatter would help?

Thank you
Dan

Love the knife, looks great!