One more forged cross, this ones for me

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Side works been slow and my minds been blank, so I started fiddeling and made another cross. I think i'm gonna keep this one  Attached ImagesI hate being bi-polar it's awsomeMy Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys
Reply:That's beautiful.Jack OlsenMy garage website
Reply:What a work of art, great job..I would keep it.
Reply:Great work Mike!Not to hijack but thought you might get a kick out of my ash shovel.  My mother got it at an auction several decades ago when I was a kid.  The old timer that it belonged to told me then he and his brother had made these as coal shovels.  Twisted rod, a "braided section, and a few marbles captured in the twists for decoration. Attached ImagesRogerOld, Tired, and GRUMPYSalesman will call, Batteries not included, Assembly is required, and FREE ADVICE IS WORTH EXACTLY WHAT YOU PAY FOR IT!Dial Arc 250HFThunderbolt 225 AC/DCAssorted A/O torches
Reply:Beautiful work!Check out my channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkz...bZg8AYNXGqBjZQ"Both oligarch and tyrant mistrust the people, and therefore deprive them of arms." - Aristotle
Reply:Really nice!(Retired) Professional firefighter, amateur everything else I try to do...Oh yeah:  Go Big Red!   (You know: one of the 12 members of the Big 10 cuz we left the 10 members of the Big 12...)
Reply:Thanks buds!  Just in from work, now time for a bud I hate being bi-polar it's awsomeMy Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys
Reply:What an exquisite piece of artwork! Holy crap!
Reply:Nice work.  By the way, I see you are in NY.  Where are you?Bruce DeLaetHeavy Equipment Mechanic and Welder1948 SA-200 short hood1949 LincWelder 1801963 SA-200 red faceMiller S-32-P
Reply:Thanks again guys, I put a finish on it and will post pics later. I hate being bi-polar it's awsomeMy Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys
Reply:brilliant, Your getting pretty good with these Mike Well done
Reply:That's awesome man ! Smooth and neat work!Bartwww.bandsawblog.com
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Reply:Thanks for the comments guys, here's a few pics with a finish on it.  Attached ImagesI hate being bi-polar it's awsomeMy Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys
Reply:Lurker here that has to say how nice that is. Precise and yet still has a hand crafted feel to it.Middle age newby
Reply:Even better. What is the finish process?__________________
Reply:Originally Posted by zekeEven better. What is the finish process?
Reply:Elegant and majestic!  You are very skilled Mike, quite the professional!Some kind of Big Blue constant current welding machineAnother smaller yet, Blue machine (it's got wire in it)
Reply:no vampires gona come in that shop.Nicely done. I need to start practicing up on my twisting.
Reply:That's cool, nicely done!If you don't want to stand behind our Troops, feel free to stand in front of them.
Reply:Really beautiful! On the ends do you take 4 pieces heat them up and twist them? I'd like to try this, could you point me to any videos of someone doing this? Thank you
Reply:Wow Mike!!!!!!Just Wow.........Precision TIG 185 and MP 210Bobcat 225NTCutmaster 42O/A tanks.... 2 Argon tanks...... 2 C25 TanksFacebook...... F2 Metal WorksETSY....... https://www.etsy.com/shop/F2MetalWorksF2MetalWorks.com....... http://www.f2metalworks.com/
Reply:Thanks guys! I hate being bi-polar it's awsomeMy Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys
Reply:Man, that's beautiful.
Reply:Originally Posted by burnt09Beautiful. Do you need a forge to achieve that finish, or can it be done with a torch?Hey Mike,You want to consider putting these items up on eBay - they will sell for certain.Could become you main business.  This time of year, crosses of that nature would make perfect Christmas gifts.Rick V 1 Airco Heliwelder 3A/DDR3 CTC 70/90 amp Stick/Tig Inverters in Parallel1 Lincoln MIG PAK 151 Oxy-Acet
Reply:Thanks Rick! But i couldnt charge for what i put into them. I like to give them to special friends. Appreciate it tho bud! I hate being bi-polar it's awsomeMy Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys
Reply:WOW!! that is soooo cool  Mike ..luv it me too are fond of making crucifix....but most of it were given to my friends as gift and never had one for myself, that reminds me now i have to make one for me too thanks for sharing..i hope you won't mind if i share the picture on my FB page
Reply:Very Nice Mike! That belongs on 5th ave in New York!! sweet!Miller 250DX HTP 221 DV AC/DCHenrob O-A Miller 180 MigMiller 150 Inverter   Hobart 10,000 Welder-Generator   Have a good day!!!
Reply:Hey thanks guys! And Mario, of coarse bud, i would be honored! I hate being bi-polar it's awsomeMy Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys
Reply:Originally Posted by weldermikeThanks Rick! But i couldnt charge for what i put into them. I like to give them to special friends. Appreciate it tho bud!
Reply:Originally Posted by ixlr8Mike, this is stunning. I bet you would be surprised on what folks might pay for work like that. I would be tempted to put it on ebay with a reserve for 'what you put into it' and you might be surprised at the response. If you care to share some of your techniques, I would appreciate it.. when your computer is working again.
Reply:That would be the most bad a$$ sword handle.Current welderHobart Handler 187Dead weldersHF 151 dual migCraftsman Welder 20511Craftsman Welder 80amp FluxI killed them LOL!!!!
Reply:Originally Posted by ncountylinealso, ebay is not the venue to be looking to sell on,  compiling a portfolio and approaching a gallery (a good one that caters to an upscale clientele) to handle the sales would be a better path.  let the gallery owner act as your representative and negotiate for you, they are comfortable dealing with the very wealthy.
Reply:now thats friggen awesome! the rivet is a real nice touch! well done mike!                                                 Bob