Starting the Forging

We use a blacksmith helper to fuller the ends of the stock. An adjustable stop is set to allow the proper amount of material for the cusp.

Forging the Grip

Each end of the stock blank is forged the same. After fullering, in the same heat, we neck down the stock next to the cusp.

After 2 Heats

After two heats the stock has been necked down, the cusp material has been delineated and the shape for the grip is started.

Creating the Cusp

The next two heats are used to shape the cusp material for a bean shape. We use the step of the anvil for this, since the angle is a bit sharper than at the edge of the anvil.

After 4 Heats

After four heats, the blank has started to be transformed to the shape of the forged grip. From left to right, the original piece of stock, after two heats, and after four heats with the cusp shaped.