Hello Brother,
Those bow-hook cradles look great. I am glad to see a different way of its construction method. I will use that technique myself one day. Thank you for posting.
Another great example of craftsmanship, this time on a metalsmith you are showing to us. I like the contrast between the Pear, Black Hornbeam and bruised metal. Man, she looks awesome! Two thumbs (likes) UP!!
The second, but not the final, stage.
Now, after the oil has lighted some previously unnoticed defects, I will try to eliminate them using card scraper and sand paper.