Description
Here’s a rare chance for any bladesmith or reenactor: old Windlass blade blanks, forged from high carbon steel. Each blank carries the marks of hand forging,variations in the steel, subtle surface imperfections, and perhaps a bit of surface rust from years spent in storage. These are the signs of the blade’s history and character, not defects that will get in the way once the blade is ground, heat-treated, and sharpened. The steel is a solid 3/16″ thick, with an overall length of 13-5/8″ and a blade length of 7-5/8″. The tang is tapered and partially threaded, ready to be fitted with the handle material of your choosing.
These blanks follow popular historic patterns once seen in old ACC catalogs,well suited for Civil War reenactors or collectors aiming to craft a knife true to period style. None come with a sharpened edge, giving you full control over the final grind and bevel. Whether you’re shaping a Bowie knife or a utility blade, these blanks provide a sturdy foundation for your work at the forge.
Fun fact: During the Civil War, blade blanks like these were often shipped in bulk to armories and front-line blacksmiths, who would finish and fit them according to the specific needs of soldiers,making each finished knife a unique piece forged by circumstance as much as by hand.
