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Building a Leonardo De Vinci Spingarde

Video | 11 months ago

In this video I build a 17th Century Spingard similar to those designed by Leonardo De Vinci. This one is based on a German design I studied in a museum.

Muskets At Midnight, Wimborne Militia New Years 2020

Video | 5 years ago

Seeing in the New year... a few technical issues at the end (the drone didnt play ball) but considering this time last week we had never done anything like this, i am very pleased with the result! Happy New year everyone!

Muskets at Midnight Wimborne Militia New Years 2020

Video | 5 years ago

Easy Hot Wire Styro Cutter Power Supply - foam/ polystyrene cutter cosplay larp modeling.

Video | 6 years ago

I have been asked about a power supply for the hot wire stiro cutter a lot, so here is a simple to make power supply that costs very little, but has really good results. Because it is variable, it is easy to control so you get the best cutting results for t...

Epic Nightclub Table Build: Swallow Forge

Video | 6 years ago

www.facebook.com/swallowforge This is a one off custom Table I made for a Nightclub. Wheres James Bond when you need him? The Nixie Timer is curtesy of the Mad Professor who reprogrammed it so the countdown can be set to reach zero when the club closes... g...

Pocket Sundial : how to make a 16th Century Pocket Diptych Sundial (larp pirate steampunk)

Guide | 6 years ago

In this video I show you how to make a diptych sundial Similar to the types used in the 16th century. A diptych dial is a type of sundial that gains its name from the two hinged leaves which open like a book. Diptych comes from the Ancient Greek word "Diptu...

How to make a Horseshoe Fairy Door : Swallow Forge

Guide | 7 years ago

How to make a Horseshoe Fairy Door.

Forging an Arrowhead (Type 9 Bodkin) with Will Sherman of Medieval Arrows. Swallow Forge

Guide | 7 years ago

In the Forge With Will Sherman, A Professional Arrow Maker. Here He demonstrates how to make a Type 9 Bodkin Point Arrow Head out of Wrought Iron. These were typically in use in the 13th and 14th centuries. This one is made to exact measurements so takes a ...

How to make a Metal saw cut off jig - Get perfect 90° cuts in angle, box section and strap steel

Guide | 7 years ago

A simple Jig to ensure you get perfect 90° cuts in Bar Sstock or Box section with a Circular Cut off saw. The Saw I am using is an Panasonic EY45A2XM32 Metal Circular Saw 14V/ 18V (I am not sponsored by panasonic in any way, I just love their tools) However...

130 year Old Sawmill a the Oak Fair: Swallow Forge

Video | 7 years ago

When I was at the Oak Fair at Stock Gaylard, This awesome Double Blade Riciprocating Planking saw was being demonstrated. Built in 1887, it was originally powered by a water wheel and used to make the boards for coffins. This video has been reuploaded due t...

How to Make an Wood and Copper Gothic Candle Holder ( wall lamp, sconce)

Guide | 8 years ago

In this video I make a simple wood and copper candle holder. Sometime, late in the evening, its nice to work by candlelight, by work I mean kick back with a glass of single malt and contemplate my life decisions....

Metal Shear Overhaul / Restoration (Bench shear) Swallow Forge

Video | 8 years ago

My bench shears had got to the point where they were more of a hinderance than a help. I finaly threw in the towel and stripped them down for an overhaul and new paint job.