BillyBones Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 So...i seen a bunch of spirals lately so i took some inspiration and tried my hand at it. Could be a tad more graceful but my spirals turned out nice and tight. So with out further adieu here is my candle holder. The spike could be a little smaller, the spirals are about the same size, optical illusion makes the bottom one look smaller. But it is functional. 36" of 1/4 round bar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHCC Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 Prototyped a knife for a local craftsperson. (Sharpie for scale.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyGoatLady Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 Conrad, it looks really good. Being persistent paid off Didn't see ther other posts. Billy, how did you turn your spirals? JHCC, I like the shape you got there. Im finally giving knife making a go myself Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conrad.blacksmithing Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 I used 4140. Have yet to see how the edge holds up, but I think it will do fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlpservicesinc Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 punched and drifted? 4140 works pretty good.. What did you temper to? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conrad.blacksmithing Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 I punch and drift all my tools. I dont know any better way? The temper was about 450-475 degrees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyBones Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 With a hammer. Just started like a pig tail, tightened it up on the side of the anvil. And then kept curling it over on itself. Hitting the bar from the opposite side towards myself. Flip and use the back side of the anvil to tighten. Best way i can describe it. Took a lot longer than i expected, but it was my first attempt. I do the same in some of the brooches i make for the finials. Just made it bigger. OOOOOOOO... the Good, The Bad, and the Ugly is coming on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris C Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 Nice looking axe, Conrad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conrad.blacksmithing Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 Thanks for the compliments guys and gals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHCC Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 5 minutes ago, BillyBones said: OOOOOOOO... the Good, The Bad, and the Ugly is coming on. “Forged In Fire” broadcasts on Saturday now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyBones Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 Lee Van Cleef is a black smith?...Huh, who would have thunk that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CtG Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 I visited littleblacksmith today, heck of a nice guy. Being a blue collar worker, I appreciate it when people have knowledge and experience (especially when beyond their years) and are willing to share. So, 2-fold today. In my own garage, I dropped the floor on my JABOD MkIII to allow for the extra 1.5" below the tuyere for insulation. I also experimented briefly with the clay I separated from the muck behind work mixed with general-purpose sand. It is drying so I can see how well it holds. At that point I got a call from a local smith! In lbs (Mark)'s shop, I got to have my first striking experience and swung a 12lb sledge like I haven't swung in 5 years! I asked him about a Brazeal-style hot-cut, and he put me to work making one! So awesome! I will be looking into setting aside funds for some classes, no doubt. I learned several things today. I need better wood-focused drills. I am not too old to make mud-pies (without my kids no less!). I am not the most accurate person with a 12lb-er (but I improved, if I dare say). I also learned that I indeed am quite green. I have a lot to learn, but I'm enjoying the ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyGoatLady Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 Thanks Billy. That's the way I do it too. I was just curious after reading the other thread where spirals are being discussed. And I agree that's a great movie. Pale Rider is my favorite though. CtG, what an awesome experience ýou had. If I were a bit closer, I'd try to get a class with Mark. Still might someday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyBones Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 Generally if Clint is in it, i will watch it. My fav is "The Outlaw Josie Wales" though. Him and Mel Brooks never let me down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Ling Posted January 19, 2020 Author Share Posted January 19, 2020 Thank you Chris. You did great with the sledge, better than most do was great meeting you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pnut Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 2 hours ago, BillyBones said: Generally if Clint is in it, i will watch it. My fav is "The Outlaw Josie Wales" though. Him and Mel Brooks never let me down. You should look into the author of "Gone to Texas" the book the movie was based on. Pretty interesting. Forrest Carter was the name he used for the first part of his life. Pnut Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rojo Pedro Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 Made a pencil sharpener and screw in hook from the same spring. Hardened the sharpener and drew to dark straw but its not very hard. Did a bunch of other stuff and had a fun 4 hours at the forge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HojPoj Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 Got a few hours today in what seems like forever. Made a couple fire pokers because I needed one for my fire pit- was playing around with twisting the tip since forge welding isn't something I'm able to do at this point in time. Also made a couple bottle openers and hooks, though one isn't pictured since i gave it away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris C Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 I like the twisted tip concept..........especially the one with the twisted handle. Nice touch. By the way, you've basically forge welded the tip on that one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexandr Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 At the end of last year, I completed another project. Wrought iron furniture in the bedroom for a teenager in a marine style. Today made a video. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irondragon Forge ClayWorks Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 Absolutely stunning Alex, I love it all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Ling Posted January 21, 2020 Author Share Posted January 21, 2020 This morning went to the scrap yard and steel yard to pick up some steel for a couple forges I’ll be making and selling at an upcoming blacksmithing event. Then headed to the forge after lunch and got some tongs done that will also be sold at the upcoming conference. Lot more to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlpservicesinc Posted January 21, 2020 Share Posted January 21, 2020 LBS. Nice work.. it's funny how your tongs and my tongs look like twins.. is it magic.. I think not.. there is a reason why tongs take on this shape.. Anyhow, wonderful work. sorry if I sound like a jerk.. I am just stoked about the geometry of your tongs.. This overall ratio is what I found up to a certain size. these are chain makers tongs but anyhow, it's just funny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GolFisHunt Posted January 21, 2020 Share Posted January 21, 2020 Finished up a few crosses and a hook today. The railroad spike was found by a friend of mine. In Northern Michigan, narrow gauge rails where used in the logging industry from the late 1800's until maybe into the 1910's. I believe the spike is wrought iron and was certainly hand made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donnie Posted January 21, 2020 Share Posted January 21, 2020 Well done. littleblacksmith, those are some nice tongs. Well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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