A sword in 11th century style.
Filework on the cross. In this case the cross was forged fron a piece of medium carbon steel.
Firmly setting the fittings in a pitch-bowl for the engraving and inlay work.
Channels for the wire inay cut into the pommel. Now to insert the copper wire.
Work cleaned up with some light filing and artificial water-stone.
The hollow for the brass plate is carved into the steel cross and undercut.
Inlay and engraving done.
