How Do You Make A Sword Blade?
Sword making is a skilled craft and can be very hazardous. This article assumes that the reader is at least a semi-skilled metal worker with experience and knowledge of the correct, safe and effective use of torches, grinders and abrasive saws. This article also assumes that the reader has access to a fully equipped metal shop. If you are new to metal working and have not made any knives or other edged weapons before, please read the resources at the end of this article, especially “Poof, You’re a Sword Maker.” Metalworking hazards include severe eye injuries, lacerations, severe burns, amputations, lung damage due to inhalation of volatilized metals and gases and possible death. Use proper safety equipment at all times, including NIOSH-approved respirators, heavy leather work gloves, welder’s gloves, eye protection and ear protection. Keep a fully charged ABC fire extinguisher nearby at all times. This article is a companion to “How to Make Sword Handles” at eHow.com Decide what kind
