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Knapped “Lascaux” Small Push Dagger Part 1

Posted on February 21, 2014 by metal_musings

Here’s the start of a small push dagger, done in my signature “knapped” style.  It’s made of 1075 carbon steel, with Grade 2 Titanium scales and copper pins.  It’s 4 1/8 inches total length, and the blade is a hair … Continue reading →

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Engraving and Carving Antler – Orca Knife

Posted on August 27, 2013 by metal_musings

Here’s my latest knife. It’s a tiny deer antler Orca done in NW Native American style. The knife is 3 3/16 inches overall, with a 1 1/4 inch long 1075 carbon steel through-tang blade. The antler has been aged with … Continue reading →

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More Fun with Titanium

Posted on March 8, 2013 by metal_musings

Here’s a small Praying Mantis pendant in 1/8 inch thick Grade 2 titanium.  It was a delight to engrave, unlike the AL6V4 titanium I tried earlier. Above is my take on a “knapped” Ishi arrow point, also hand carved from … Continue reading →

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“Knapped” Bronze Dagger

Posted on December 31, 2011 by metal_musings

Wanting to play around with forging some bronze, I researched how to make it on the Web.  I decided (mistakenly, as it turns out) to make a high-tin alloy called “bell metal.”  This is 20% tin and 80% copper, and … Continue reading →

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