Sharpened Nail - Hollow Knight - MAN AT ARMS : REFORGED

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• How is the Nail from Hollow Knight created?

  The Nail from Hollow Knight is created by Kerry Stagmer and his team at Baltimore Knife and Sword on Man at Arms Reforged. They start with a simple sharpened nail version before upgrading it to a pure nail at the nailsmith. Kevin forges the blade from a large piece of 10 45 steel, shaping it with wide shoulders and a high peak in the center, working alongside Rob to refine the shape, taper, and edges of the blade. After quenching and tempering the blade, Rob polishes it to remove the blackened finish, showcasing the complexity of creating a seemingly simple object like Nail from Hollow Knight, emphasizing the craftsmanship involved in the process.

• What materials are used to create the Nail from Hollow Knight?

  The Nail from Hollow Knight is created using a large piece of 10 45 steel. This steel is carefully forged by Kevin to shape the blade with wide shoulders and a high peak in the center. The team at Baltimore Knife and Sword then works to refine the shape, taper, and edges of the blade to create the final product.

• What is the significance of quenching and tempering the blade in the creation process?

  Quenching and tempering the blade is a crucial step in the creation process of the Nail from Hollow Knight. After forging the blade from 10 45 steel and shaping it with wide shoulders and a high peak, the blade is quenched to cool it rapidly. This process hardens the steel, making it strong and durable. Tempering follows, which involves heating the blade to a specific temperature and then cooling it slowly. This step reduces the hardness slightly, making the blade less brittle and more resilient.

• What is the role of Rob in the creation of the Nail from Hollow Knight?

  Rob plays a significant role in the creation of the Nail from Hollow Knight alongside Kerry Stagmer and Kevin. After Kevin forges the blade from 10 45 steel and shapes it with wide shoulders and a high peak, Rob works to refine the shape, taper, and edges of the blade. He also polishes the blade to remove the blackened finish, showcasing the craftsmanship involved in creating a seemingly simple object like the Nail from Hollow Knight.

• How does the creation of the Nail from Hollow Knight emphasize craftsmanship?

  The creation of the Nail from Hollow Knight on Man at Arms Reforged emphasizes the craftsmanship involved in forging even seemingly simple objects. Starting with a simple sharpened nail version and upgrading it to a pure nail at the nailsmith, the team at Baltimore Knife and Sword showcases the intricate process of creating the blade. From forging the blade from 10 45 steel to shaping it with wide shoulders and a high peak, refining the shape, taper, and edges, and finally quenching, tempering, and polishing the blade, the craftsmanship involved in every step is highlighted, demonstrating the skill and dedication required to create such a piece.