First knife- need swedge opinions

[t_davis925]

So I have my first blade ground out, sanded to 320 grit, have the tang holes drilled and chamfered, and the bevels ground with the edge at ~0.030". I think the swedge looks alright, but I'd like it to be a little more prominent. Any opinions on whether or not I should deepen it? Any other suggestions before I send it out for heat treat are more than welcome.

I know these pictures suck, I'm just procrastinating before getting a decent setup, which I do have the equipment for.

 

[chad2]

that looks great!! even if that was not a first knife that would look great. that is some awesome work man!

 

[scubasteve4sq]

I agree that looks great. I bet it will show up alot better once you get a polish on it after heat treat.

 

[NickWheeler]

I would make it more prominent.

I like where you're headed with it.

 

[Shaw Blades]

Wow great first knife so far.

 

[Daniel Fairly Knives]

One one hand I say "don't touch it!" as it looks so great for a first (or 100th) knife. Nice work!

Then again you did a great job and a bigger swedge would look nice. Either way you can't go wrong, I look forward to the finished photos.

 

[cbr900son]

I almost dont believe you when you say that is your first....

 

[t_davis925]

I made some junkers out of Strong-Ties, but none of them had actual grinds, I was just practicing my handle furniture. So I have practice profiling blanks- got me!