Recent content by Jameasun

Well looked over everything once again and started reviewing others builds. It appears that I just have too much pump. To build the pressures I'm wanting I should really be in the 2 gpm range with my current motor. All things considered, a 2 stage option is the most economical option. this...

Hello all, I have recentlly started building a forging press and finally got it up and running. I am using a gas motor. A honda 190 which is rated a 5.5hp 3600rpm . I have selected a 0.55 cubic inch pump that equates to about 8.1gpm. Its a single stage pump. What I have been noticed is...

Hello all, I am sure that this is a pretty basic question,but I am struggling with it. I have noticed that I am having a problem keeping flat bar from cupping when being forged on its edge. Do you have any suggestions on how I can eliminate this. Of course the thinner the material and wider...

Thank you. That goes right along with what I was thinking. Functional but just too much for the eye to enjoy.

Are there any advantages to applying clay to a Damascus blade? I cant ever say I seen a hammon on a high layer blade. I am talking function over form. I know typically claying is done to produce hamons and cause the spine of knifes to harden differently. As form is concerened, does it...

Nice interpretation of a parang. A slasher for sure!

thats one sweet lookin set

Hello, I am having a hard time getting my mind around how the handle hole is made on the french style axe. It is made on such a odd angle. Would some one please post up a tut. on this. This is a pic of the style I am talking about. Thank you!

This discussion deserves a sticky!

Hello, I am looking for some one I could spend a day or two working/observing there knife making processes. I live on the Ks/OK border almost strait south of Wichita. While I am not a totally new to knife making; I would describe myself as an novice looking to grow. If you have any suggestions...

I dig the darker walnut version!

Thank You

Some very interesting blade shapes! Thanks for sharing

Hey George, do you have a link to that tutorial? I was unable to find it on your site.

Asked around a little and one important note that you need to know, if you plan on using it for sheathes, is this is a non-walking model. Which means your stitches will not be as uniformed as using a walking foot model. I would guess its worth around $600 assuming all is in good working order.