Late Roman Spatha- Pattern welded blade

[Manius Acilius Italicus]

Fantastic end product Markus. I'd really like to know more about your smelting of that bloomery iron. Where did you get the ore and what procedures do you go through to ensure as few impurities as possible. I love making swords and one day want to produce one as you have from scratch. I know how much labor is used in stock removal and can imagine that one could multiply that a few times coming from the raw. I personally would appreciate your input and keep up the good work with your creations.
Bob
Manius Acilius Italicus