Michael Samdahl
Michael Samdahl
Apprentice Bladesmith
Estimable Member
Joined: Feb 28, 2023
Last seen: May 20, 2025
Topics: 13 / Replies: 111
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RE: Damascus makers

Matthew Parkinson, Thats quite the list, I'm going to go save these guys down. Thank you!

2 months ago
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RE: Traditional Greek CuMai Dagger

I am just realizing that you got a mosaic pin through a copper and wood spacer layer separation. I just don't understand how you guys are getting all ...

3 months ago
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RE: New Member

Joshua Harris, Welcome man, I hope your transition is going as positively as it can be. Here is the ABS Link to the ABS Rated Smiths in Montana. I c...

3 months ago
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RE: Where do customers come from?

Bob, I decided to try and answer this question in its basic construct with an overly complicated set of answers and data. The best summary of yo...

3 months ago
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RE: New Member Introduction

O'Grady Padrick, I think anyone can agree that the practice of the basics with always strengthen your skill set. It is obvious that I feel different...

3 months ago
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RE: Axe edge before convexing?

Wendell Bryenton, Thanks Bob!

3 months ago
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RE: Another san mai bowie

Kiril Mitrashkov, Hey that is awesome man! That logo is a great imprint.

3 months ago
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RE: What are the best blades for a Porta Band?

Douglas Odom, One of the best recommendations from other smiths was to make sure and use good cutting oil during your cuts as well. You might know t...

4 months ago
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RE: Mill and Fly Cutter as Surface Grinder?

Wendell Bryenton, Hey if you want to get in trouble with the wife there is an industrial surface grinder for sale in my area for about 2.2k. Text me...

4 months ago
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RE: Hello all. Thank you for having me.

Merle Thielemann, THis is the link to the lists of ABS Smiths per location. Now some of the most experienced smiths have a full schedule, but one...

4 months ago
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RE: Request to omit makers mark? What do you do?

Wendell Bryenton, I totally agree. I would never allow someone to take a piece I poured my heart into away without my stamp. To be honest you should...

4 months ago
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RE: New Member Introduction

O'Grady Padrick, Welcome and nice blades! Congratulations on the retirement. Do you have a youtube channel as well? Give Mr. Wadsworth a shoutou...

4 months ago
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RE: Best of 2024

Matthew Parkinson, Congratulations on the award Sir! Joshua C States, maybe its just my computer but only on of your photos showed up. Karl B And...

4 months ago
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RE: Recent Work

Robert Wayman, Very nice Sir! I guess I have not heard of bog oak. I will have to look into it.

4 months ago
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