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This isn't really a sales pitch, I'm not much of a salesman.
BUT...I bought the Bill Moran- Making of a Knife video at the Reno show...and it's GREAT!
This video isn't just something that would interest a bladesmith. I think any collector or just someone with a slight interest in the forged knife would find it very informative.
Bill's hands are very fluent with a hammer and he shows the process of forging a blade both with a 3lb hammer and also a power hammer.
I know Bill has had some criticism over fit and finish here and there...but if one were to see the equipment he uses they would not only stop critiquing...but ADMIRE the level he does achieve. I know I would certainly have a hard time getting anything flat (the ricasso, blade bevel, etc.) grinding it on a ROUND wheel.
This is a video of a living legend and I HIGHLY recommend it!!!
Nick
BUT...I bought the Bill Moran- Making of a Knife video at the Reno show...and it's GREAT!
This video isn't just something that would interest a bladesmith. I think any collector or just someone with a slight interest in the forged knife would find it very informative.
Bill's hands are very fluent with a hammer and he shows the process of forging a blade both with a 3lb hammer and also a power hammer.
I know Bill has had some criticism over fit and finish here and there...but if one were to see the equipment he uses they would not only stop critiquing...but ADMIRE the level he does achieve. I know I would certainly have a hard time getting anything flat (the ricasso, blade bevel, etc.) grinding it on a ROUND wheel.
This is a video of a living legend and I HIGHLY recommend it!!!

Nick