Hello folks , My name is James and I am glad to be here . I am a swordsmith knifemaker

 

 My specialty is Japanese swords and knives , Retired military  USN ...   I live in central mo

 

near the Illinois border , little town called Park hills . It is my pleasure to be here among others that share my passion for bladesmithing.  Lived in Japan for a few years learning my trade. I may know some of you

I am sure . I want to wish you a happy thanksgiving and a merry Christmas . take care and be safe

                                                                                        Domo Arigato  ..... James

Howdy from EAST TEXAS!! and welcome to IFI! You may want to check out the BAM group www.bamsite.org Great bunch of folks and several bladesmiths. Nice looking Peter Wright you have, what is the weight?

 

Also, THANK YOU, SIR  for your service to this Great Nation!  We appreciate you!

hello thomas , its about 450 lb  got it from Tom Clarks esate sale . along with the big crank forge by champion , made in 1902

  have a nice thanks giving and christmas

Welcome aboard James, glad to have you. We love pics, I look forward to seeing your work.

 

Eat plenty, sleep well.

 

Frosty The Lucky.

hello thomas , its about 450 lb  got it from Tom Clarks esate sale . along with the big crank forge by champion , made in 1902

  have a nice thanks giving and christmas

Hey Bubba,

I took a class at Tom's years ago, actually Tsur Sadan taught the class. bought one of his hammers then along with several tong.  I also bought the first Shahinler power hammer he got that he and Phil Cox modified...then Tom purchased the company or at least controlling interest. Also I got one of the set of tools from a forging station and the Edwards shear. I passed on the anvils and we were rushed for time to do much other looking....probably a good thing! ;)  Hope your Thanksgiving was great and have a Blessed Christmas!