>>102908That's made from a leaf spring off a vehicle that I'm guessing is well over 100 years old. I found its carcass rotting in my backyard and took what I could. I'm now wondering if the rest of it isn't wrought iron, in which case I will be sure to take more. I forged the bevels partially, and used a 4x36 belt sander for the rest.
>>102911Here's how she sits at the moment, all ready for heat treating. I would have done it this afternoon but the power went out and I couldn't finish grinding. I will also have to make a container long enough to accommodate the blade and narrow enough to accommodate my limited oil supply.