Three Men
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"With skill and some "wrought'n luck", a team of three craftsmen will transform a section of salvaged wrought iron chain into a functional sword inspired by an 18th century French Infantryman's cutlass. The three men (and a forge!) will use period and modern tools and techniques. This celebration of century old wrought iron showcases its beauty and versatility, as well as the historic significance of this traditional forging material. The once-familiar sight of glowing red-hot steel, shooting sparks, and ring of hammer hitting anvil will again be a part of the Sydney experience."
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LUMIERE ART-AT-NIGHT EVENT
Downtown Sydney, NS September 26th, 2015
The Finished Piece
Components/Specifications:
Blade:
18 1/2" x 1/4", 100+ year-old wrought iron hand forged from a ship's anchor chain link dredged up from the bottom of Sydney harbour.
Handle/Guard:
Hand forged mild steel "leaf" guard, and wrought iron pommel. Figured Cape Breton Red Maple handle with heat-colored, twisted steel wire wrap and copper spacers.
Sheath:
Figured Cape Breton Red Maple with American Black Walnut welt, twisted steel wire wrap and 6/7 oz. leather harness.
18 1/2" x 1/4", 100+ year-old wrought iron hand forged from a ship's anchor chain link dredged up from the bottom of Sydney harbour.
Handle/Guard:
Hand forged mild steel "leaf" guard, and wrought iron pommel. Figured Cape Breton Red Maple handle with heat-colored, twisted steel wire wrap and copper spacers.
Sheath:
Figured Cape Breton Red Maple with American Black Walnut welt, twisted steel wire wrap and 6/7 oz. leather harness.
