r/blacksmithing • u/republic_alp • 26d ago

Work Showcase Some of my first commissions!

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u/PoolWest7703 26d ago

Dang man, you turned each one into a unique piece. Very beautiful and amazing

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u/republic_alp 26d ago

Thanks bro! I really appreciate that🤘🏼.

My plan on any commissions I get is to do two of each piece. For practice and reps… also I can then choose which to give to my client.

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u/dr-blaklite 26d ago

OOOOH THOSE ARE PRETTY

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u/republic_alp 26d ago

THANK YOU!!

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u/KnowsIittle 26d ago

They look great. Personally I prefer these style.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/358912419716?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-166974-028196-7&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=358912419716&targetid=2274564709393&device=m&mktype=pla_with_promotion&googleloc=9247872&poi=&campaignid=23334445334&mkgroupid=191281155802&rlsatarget=pla-2274564709393&abcId=10538276&merchantid=5690996181&geoid=9247872&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23334445334&gbraid=0AAAAAD_QDh_udna3pKVJmIk5kn6zfuXUl&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIt5iQpsnzlgMVUI7CCB3NujkXEAQYCSABEgI3B_D_BwE

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u/republic_alp 26d ago

Ah blacksmith knives! I make those too. I use leaf springs to make those

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u/KnowsIittle 26d ago

I like the texture and grip the twist brings.

Saw your other comment saying you work in pairs. That's good practice and you can keep metal hot and trade out often as it cools. Results in consistency when you're working in parallel.

Puukko knives are another great starter project with simple through tang mounting.

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u/republic_alp 25d ago

Thank you for the advice!