Description
Basic Damascus by James Rodebaugh was recorded at the Alabama Forge Council 21st Batson Bladesmithing Symposium, April 3 – 5, 2009 at the Tannehill Historical State Park, McCalla, Alabama.
Chapters:
- Introduction & Damascus Handout
- Billet Preparation & Handle Configuration
- Indicators of a “Good” Welding Heat
- Steps for a Twist Billet
- Cutting and Folding the Damascus Billet
- Steps to Form a Jellylroll Billet
- Technique to Maintain Handle Integrity
- Billet Preparation: Second Cut & Fold
