this is another project that has just reached fruition,i based the basket around an 1850's Wilkinson pattern,adding a monogram for the customer. and plating the whole of the fittings in silver.The grip is Rayskin with silver wire,the scabbard likewise outfitted in silver,with a cedar wood core and velvet lined.
The Damascus blade is fullered and forged,a simple 170 layer pattern giving nice contrast to the rest of the piece.
whilst i have completed a large range of projects,from the Historical to Fantasy pieces,this is a first for me.I have found it very enjoyable,and hope you like the pictures.

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That is really nice. Do you have any more detailed photos of the guard?

yes,i have posted up some other pics on the Forum;
http://www.castlekeep.co.uk/forums/index.php?showtopic=158

Thanks. I am interested in pics of the outside of the guard and of the monogram, if possible.

Thank you,
Jonathan

here is one,the monogram is a personalisation for the customer,

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Thank you--that hilt is fantastic. Very similar to the British 1821 Pattern heavy cavalry officer's sword. It is nice to finally see a worthwhile re-creation of a 19th century military sword.

Jonathan

That sabre is pretty spectacular, Rob. Reminds me mostly of a Victorian Heavy Cavalry pattern.

Rob, You really do make some beautiful swords. I especially like your new cavalry sabre. In the next couple of years I hope to order some swords from you. Please keep making them.
I lived on Skye for a short while in the late 60's, before the bridge. Living where you do I am not surprised by the swords you create.
Thanks
Peter.

Thank you Peter,
I would be interested to hear how things have changed on the Island over the Years,i have been here 17 years and a lot has happened in that time,it is still a rare and beautiful place.For those interested my workshop is situated in the old home of Ian Anderson of Jethro Tull 'Broadsword and the Beast' reknown,very appropriately.
I shall be posting some more pics of a new project very soon,or at least,as soon as i can try and squeeze some good pics out of my camera.