Week 12 – Dirk Herfurth

This Saturday there was a welcome change to the routine. My son and I attended a sword casting class at the dojo. Throughout the morning we learned what different types of swords there were throughout antiquity. We decided to cast a xiphos, a double-edged one-handed Greek short sword. We built the mold with sand and then cast Aluminum in it. After grinding the edges down we had a pretty solid looking piece of art.

Besides that university spring break is coming to an end this week. Next week new course starts and this means I will be busier.

My current Challenge progress as of December 23, 2024.