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Hi, my name is Jason. I am learning to design and make swords and knives using knowledge I gain from blacksmithing, welding, stock removal and sharpening techniques, and various other metalworking skills I gather from books and online.

I am a novice to most of this, so my "expertise" will come in the form of trial and error and what I learn from others. I will post photos and videos of my projects along the way, and hopefully we can both learn something.


Feel free to comment on the posts below, or if you have a question or feedback, send it to email@makeasword.com

***If you attempt any of the things seen on this website, please be careful and understand that I accept no responsibility for injuries that you may incur--these materials and tools can be dangerous if you don't follow safety precautions. If you are a kid, make sure you get help from a parent or other responsible adult.***

Here is the online video I made on how to make a broadsword:

Make a Sword .... How-to

Picture of My Sword


I figured I'd show a picture of my sword at its current state. It turned out nice for my first attempt. I've bought some books on blacksmithing and knifemaking to read up (I'll post some reviews shortly), and I will eventually take this stock removal approach to bladesmithing and finally harden and temper the sword blade in a homemade propane forge which I'm planning to build. I will make a video and take pictures of that project when I finally get some time to make it.

As for this sword, I didn't necessarily go for a specific type--just a two-handed hilt, broadsword. It has a bit of a Roman soldier shortsword look to it--or a Hoplite sword -meets- claymore hybrid. I deliberately left off the pommel, because I didn't have any idea what kind to put on, and it looks kind of good without it (my opinion, of course).

To view how to make this sword, click here, and scroll down to the video.
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