Many times an image hides things. As is the case with this one. Usually, however, the hiden things are best left hiden. Not the case here. I had the good fortune to see the finished blade before handle and guard installation. The facet that jumped out at me that doesn't show in the images is the incredible hardening lines from the clay application. In the hand the light plays like a halo gram and the effect is stunning! I have serious envy of the skill and talent shown in the design and execution on this one. Thanks for taking the time to doccument the process and sharing it here.
Chris