Back from the ABS fall Hammer-In...a few pics

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rfrink

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Had a great time!

My personal highlight was the hands-on blade forging.

Here is a picture of me forging a blade under the guidance and teaching of Terry Primos who is watching me in the right side of the photo.
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Terry makes it look so easy...then reality set in quickly as I started pounding on my own. What a great time!

Here are a few more pics:

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Grinding demonstrations were done by MasterSmith Jim Crowell. I was happy to provide the grinders.


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There was a Saturday and a Sunday grinding session.
Here is one more view of Jim grinding with Dr. Jim Lucie carefully watching over his shoulder.

The turn-out was tremendous! There was only a handful of forum guys there though.

I'm already looking forward to going again in the spring. The 15hr drive was well worth it!

Sincerely,
Rob
 
Rob,
It was a pleasure meeting you. I'm glad you enjoyed the Hammer-In, and am delighted to hear that you will be returning in the Spring.

The hands-on instruction went very well, and I expect that it will become a regular part of the Hammer-In's at Old Washington. This was the first time for a hands-on class, and we were just winging it.

Guys,
I had an opportunity to work on Rob's grinders between classes. These things are absolutely top drawer -- sturdy, heavy-duty contruction, quiet, and smooth as glass. I tried out the new rotary platen too. I was very impressed with everything Rob brought. The man knows what he's doing.
 
Rob: Like is said before you are a hammer-in Junkie and a good salesman showing off your goods. Sell any rotary platens??
 
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