J. Helmes Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 Hello, I would like to introduce Skautrir which means something like "border dweller." Skautrir is a combination of historical elements of the 10th century but executed from a mythological angle. It is neither a true "historical replica" or a "mytho/fantasy" piece, but a combination of both, and is my take on the sword archetype as both a weapon and object of art. Further images can be found on my facebook webpage https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.617786538234027.1073741830.145872495425436&type=1 I will post more pics once I get the scabbard finished. Here are some stats: oal length 94cm blade length 74.5cm weight 2lb,12oz pob 14.5cm http://www.jeffhelmes.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Hardy Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 I believe I know the historical piece that inspired the fittings and you did an amazing job Jeff!! The whole sword is awesome and I think if you took an original in pristine condition and compared it to yours you would have a hard time telling the difference. Fantastic! The blacksmith and the artist reflect it in their art. They forge their creativity,closer to the heart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thom Board Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 By Jove, that is something special! Flawless. "He who seeks rest finds boredom. He who seeks work finds rest." Dylan Thomas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Parkinson Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 As I said on facebook .... I hate you .... I mean that in the very best way. this is one of the best pieces of this style I have seen. good to see you beard is burning brightly! MP Web site http://www.dragonsbreathforge.com Insagram account http://instagram.com/swordmatt# Blog http://mpmetal.tumblr.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook/dragonsbreathforge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sveinn Kallinen Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 Man I just love that silver inlay, and the grip, and the blade, Heck I love the whole thing! For the less, even as for the greater, there is but one deed which he may accomplish only once, and in that deed his heart shall rest. I may not have a fiery beard (yet), but it is fire colored Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jake cleland Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 this is probably the best thing i have ever seen - an absolute masterpiece at every level. i'm equal parts grateful and wounded having seen this... Jake Cleland - Skye Knives www.knifemaker.co.uk "We can't solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them." "Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler." "Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not sure about the the universe." Albert Einstein Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Shearer Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 This is impeccable! It's exactly that combination of symbol and tool that represents the pinnacle of modern Swordsmithing. “Then something Tookish woke up inside him, and he wished to go and see the great mountains, and hear the pine-trees and the waterfalls, and explore the caves, and wear a sword instead of a walking-stick.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John F. Ellis Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 Lovely . My website- Dunstan Forge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyler Miller Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 this is probably the best thing i have ever seen - an absolute masterpiece at every level. i'm equal parts grateful and wounded having seen this... Exactly. Beautiful work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEzell Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 That is a thing of beauty. The fittings grabbed my eye first, wonderful contrast between the silver and iron, and a lovely design to boot. Then the handle, again wonderfully designed and executed... then the blade... as Jake said, a masterpiece on every level. George Ezell, bladesmith" How much useful knowledge is lost by the scattered forms in which it is ushered to the world! How many solitary students spend half their lives in making discoveries which had been perfected a century before their time, for want of a condensed exhibition of what is known."Buffonview some of my work RelicForge on facebook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig Bryant Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 +1 with all of the above style a plenty! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MLenaghan Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 Jeff that blade should be on a cover of a book! I think you burred the lines of replica and myth close enough into something that really could have been in the hands of a great hero smashing threw shield walls and slaying monsters which is something I try for but no where near this level! Every blade you post I really get excited about seeing cause they seem to alwasy be better then the last with is hard to believe... Your bread burns bright enough I think my forge just lite up in the garage -Michael Lenaghan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeDT Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 WOW!!!.....speachless ... it takes your breath away Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J. Helmes Posted May 31, 2013 Author Share Posted May 31, 2013 Thanks everyone for all of the kind words! I really appreciate them! http://www.jeffhelmes.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard van Dijk Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 Wow , That is Fantastic Jeff. Richard Richard van Dijk My link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasperDielemans Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 My goodness, this is stunning. I can't take my eyes off it! Beautiful carvings as well! http://www.jrd-artistry.deviantart.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theodore An. Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 Speechless! First thing came to mind as i see this masterpiece?? Started singing "It's just too good to be trueeeeeee can't take my eyes out of youuuuuuu..." Congrats Mr Helmes!!! http://www.facebook.com/groups/205149489611061/ http://www.greekblades.com/index.php Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter johnsson Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 Stunning work Jeff! Very happy to see this. Comments easily come across as flat. Sorry about that. This is absolutely at the very finest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stéphane A. Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 Pfew ! I'm stuck Dunno what to say, you are truly a master. Both in technique and sensibility to bring such a treasure to life. WOW My link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJ Chalifoux Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 INCREDIBLE work, Jeff. I'm in awe... Facebook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Longmire Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 What everyone else said, and then some... That, sir, is a masterpiece. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoy's Forge Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 I'll just be packing up my tools and movin on here, no need to waste my life " Attempting" what is already completed! Sigh! I cant even find anything to nit pick! Congratulations on a masterpiece! Some Viking with a Scottish accent is gonna be real proud of that one! www.hoyfamily.net Isa 54:16 Behold, I have created the smith that bloweth the coals in the fire, and that bringeth forth an instrument for his work; and I have created the waster to destroy.Lu 22:36 Then said he unto them, But now, he that hath a purse, let him take it, and likewise his scrip: and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one. Mr 8:36 For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karter Schuster Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Speechless . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Ullrich Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 This is one that just feels good to stare at. The tecturing with the inlays is just brilliant. I have always thought that one man of tolerable abilities may work great changes, and accomplish great affairs among mankind, if he first forms a good plan.... - Benjamin Franklin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myles Mulkey Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 This is my favorite sword ever. I'm serious, I love it. By The Red Embers - my blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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