David McElrea
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Hi Thomas,
Odd that.
There is some incredible craftsmanship on his site-- although I am guessing he is not aiming at historical reproduction on many of them his work conveys the romance of the Celtic/Nordic traditions beautifully. I suppose his site says it well:
| Quote: | | I believe in making historically informed, light weight blades, which stand on their own both as swords and as crafted objects, and which feel as good in the hand as they look on the mantle. Since childhood I have been obsessed with studying Celtic and Norse mythology and history from the time of Fionn MacCumhal and Sigurd Fafnirsbane to Robert the Bruce and Iron Skegg. In my work, I hope to emulate the mystery and power which flows through the colourful folklore surrounding the Celtic and Norse heroes and heroines. I view my swords as stories that are told in steel and wood, bronze and leather. |
Has anyone handled any of Jake's swords?
As an aside, I am also quite taken with this walking stick. Hope its ok to post it (copyright and all)?
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