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What did you have in mind?

​@@TimGoodeMetalworkshmm, I'd say something slotted at least. Slots aligned for a clean look. Then I'd either countersink (deeper) or take roundhead screws. Brass might be nice - or something black.

@ I did go with brass electroplating but I totally get what you mean! Thank you for the tips, you’ll see them implemented next time!

Thank you!

Thank you! I kinda made it up as I went along if I’m honest

@TimGoodeMetalworks creative problem solving through the applied force ;)

Depends but to start I’m a shameless scrap goblin. I’ll hoard random bits I find in the gutter and use them for something. This smallsword is like 80% scrap from the wood in the handle to piece I forged to make the quillon block. If I need specific shapes (sheet is hard to find in the wild) or metals I’ll buy it. Depending where you live there are a few options 1: online has heaps of options but it hard to get a feel for the size you need when you’re starting because you don’t just know how big 6mm square bar feels in the hand. Knife making sites are a good start 2. Your local big hardware store will have some great starting stuff, it should have mild sheet flat bar, square and round bar. Just make sure you’re not buying Galv or you might gas yourself when you heat it 3. When there is something super specific I need I start ringing up local industry suppliers and asking what their minimum cuts are. Usually you’ll find one that is happy to do whatever you need 4. for really really specific stuff like wire or or non-ferrous stuff, Jewellery supply stores are pretty decent but a bit exy.

It’s a pretty big time and money investment but most hobbies these days are and It’s really rewarding. Every time I finish a project I realise I could do the previous one even better, which I guess is what this project is!

None taken! I do have access to a big expensive workshop, but I’m not quite allowed to use all the tools there since I am an Amateur. Oh wow that is such a good idea! I’ll definitely be doing this build again after I’m a little less amateur and that is something I will absolutely be trying!

Thank you! Glad to have you here!

@@DrEisenhower use it wisely

@@nicks_not_here you have to peen it down so they can’t find it

@@TimGoodeMetalworks a little peen hasn't stopped any junkie I've met. $20 is $20

@@nicks_not_here onward to part 3!

You and me both!

Thank you kindly

@@PandaKnight52 Gave it a google and oh wow those are some of the nicest baskets hilts I’ve ever seen. I’ll try digging up some more info on them because I’d love to try a more faithful rendition next time around

I’ve replied to the message on the other video!

@GooTimo yeah just thought I would also help the algorithm on these videos too :)

Thanks for the message! I haven’t even thought about selling stuff yet but I could look into it! If you are in Sydney you could take a look at the one I made myself as a starting point? I saw your other message, at the moment my blades are all Darkwood armoury blades, but I have been told armour-class blades are also good. If you got any questions give us a shout! Ps. Do you train with any Sydney groups?

I am also currently working on the RnD for blade production, but I am just in the early stages at the moment. That’ll be a video at some point

@GooTimo I run GLECA Sydney :) so yes. I have been looking into how to get a basket hilt waterjet cut and then formed without welding has I don't have those tools. Happy to discuss more in via dm but would love to help with filming some of your video content for you ( I am a freelance Videographer )

@ oh wow that’ll do it. I’d be keen to have a spar at some point but I will say I’m very much learning! I tried to come up with one that doesn’t need welding or some proper tools and I couldn’t come up with one (I am a massive rookie though). Back in the day they would have all been forge welded together. Best I have thought of is using bolts and Rivets but that either has the risk of coming apart or requires blow torches and a bit of skill. I’d be keen for some filming but I am skint and couldn’t offer any money. I will say 90% of the work is really boring though

@GooTimo bartering and trade is good for me. And the great thing about boring subject matter is how creative you can get with the b-roll shots

@@nicks_not_here thanks! It’s coming along nicely, always good to have you here!

Yeah I’m really keen to try inlays. Check out Sam Towns channel I have it tagged in the description!

@@TimGoodeMetalworks thank you very much sir! Can’t wait, started into some blacksmithing knowledge is power brother!

You can never have too many hobbies!

By day I work as a Distiller so I thought it would be appropriate!

@@TimGoodeMetalworks no. Stop being cool.

Pretty glad I have a mask haha

@@szablotukpolski5201 Offt I’m very excited to make a polish sabre when I can get my hands on a blade! I’d just need someone to teach me how to use it

@@itsQuintcy Thank you! Very little, maybe a year since I first decided I wanted to work with steel. I’d only done some soldering and basic copper work before that.

@@TimGoodeMetalworks very inspiring!

@@nicks_not_here Blessed to have you watch it!

@@nicks_not_here Spent the entire editing process thinking “surely this one was the last time”

@@vonknorring09 Thanks dude!

Thank you! Should be coming soon