shoboshi

That is very nice work. Well done.

Frosty-- Thanks. I appreciate the tip.

Steve-- Thanks. I look forward to the learning curve. I do intend to start small, but isn't it funny how the eagerness and excitement make you want to reach so high right off the bat? I am reining myself in though. My first project will be a tanto or some other knife size blade. Many moons from now. There is quite a bit to read and absorb and then reread and absorb some more. Then some questions. Glad I found this forum.

Hello folks. My name is Troy though my handle will be Shoboshi. I am new to the forum and have enjoyed perusing the previous posts and learning a thing or two. I am interested in bladesmithing using stock removal and learning to properly heat treat and temper. I am most interested in japanese style blades and possibly creating some nice hamons. So hello to everyone and I hope to fit in.