System: Build My Own Territory Chapter 883 - 273: Celebrities of Kakasong City (10,000 Words) (Part 4)

During the sweltering heat of summer, one still faces the demanding labor by the kiln, engaging in the strenuous work of forging.

The craft of a blacksmith truly necessitates a formidable physique to endure.

As Lynn finalizes his preparations and commences the forging process.

Ehrelo arrives, accompanied by an entourage of individuals.

Bowing respectfully to Lynn, Ehrelo announces, "Master, two hundred apprentices with prior forging experience have been assigned here."

Lynn’s attention then directs towards the individuals positioned behind Ehrelo.

There, numerous apprentices gaze at him, their eyes wide with bewilderment and intrigue.

Confronted by the curious stares of the blacksmith apprentices, Lynn maintains a calm demeanor, speaking with measured composure.

"Ehrelo has delegated you to observe my method of producing serrated scythes."

"Once my production is complete, your task will be to initiate large-scale manufacturing."

"A substantial quantity of serrated scythes is crucial for the impending summer harvest!"

Upon hearing Lynn's directive.

Both Ehrelo and the assembled blacksmith apprentices grasp the situation.

Lynn wastes no time in his explanation.

With his left hand gripping tongs to secure the iron block upon the anvil, his right hand grasps the iron hammer, and he immediately begins to forge.

Clang~

Clang~

Clang~

As Lynn’s hammer descends, a symphony of sharp metallic echoes resounds.

Interspersed with these sounds are bursts of impurities scattering from the heated iron ore.

[Forging Experience +1]

[Forging Experience +1]

[Forging Experience +1]

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Incrementally, the experience points steadily accumulate.

The recollection and expertise associated with forging serrated scythes materialize within Lynn’s consciousness.

And swiftly begin to integrate.

The technique for crafting serrated scythes is not particularly complex.

In fact, it bears a striking resemblance to the creation of conventional sickles.

An appropriate iron block is selected, subjected to heating, and then subjected to initial forging.

Through persistent hammering, the iron block is uniformly shaped.

Simultaneously, impurities are purged from the ore, while the iron’s density is enhanced.

The purified iron is then forged into the distinct forms of a blade, spine, and handle.

Upon the partially formed sickle blade, iron chisels and hammers are employed to meticulously etch the serrated pattern at predetermined intervals and precise shapes.

Adhering to the knowledge stored in his mind.

Lynn carves the serrations onto the blade, maintaining an interval of 0.5 centimeters and a height of 1 centimeter.

Clang~ Clang~

Unlike the general process of forging sickles, the meticulous task of etching serrations is an exceedingly detailed and time-intensive endeavor.

Only with ample patience and refined skill can the serrations achieve a neat form, uniform size, and an appropriate angle relative to the blade.

This precision is essential for the serrated scythe to effectively harvest crops.

Under the watchful eyes of the assembled blacksmith apprentices.

Lynn’s movements evolve from initial hesitation to fluid and practiced execution...

To Ehrelo, this mastery was not surprising.

Having spent a year alongside Lynn, he had witnessed numerous instances of Master Lynn’s exceptional skill, akin to a performance.

However.

Even observing it once more, he could not contain the surge of admiration within his heart.

In Ehrelo’s estimation, Master Lynn was nothing short of a forging prodigy!

It was a true pity that he did not dedicate himself more profoundly to the blacksmithing profession.

For the blacksmith apprentices less acquainted with Master Lynn, witnessing his expert forging techniques.

Furthermore, observing the gradual emergence of an unprecedented scythe from his efforts.

Their gazes towards Master Lynn became increasingly filled with awe and profound respect.

Other lords inherited their positions through titles or land ownership.

In the perspective of these apprentices, such lords, aside from a fortunate circumstance.

Their capabilities might even fall short of their own.

Yet, Master Lynn presented a different caliber of individual.

Master Lynn possessed the ability to personally demonstrate and impart the craft of creating iron tools!

The loyalty gauge steadily measured an increase.

Two hours elapsed.

Having meticulously carved each serration, Lynn proceeded to the stage of fine finishing.

He first selected a coarse grinding stone for an initial polish, meticulously removing any burrs or irregularities left from the forging process.

Subsequently, a fine grinding stone was utilized for detailed polishing, ensuring the blade’s edge and serrations achieved an optimal level of sharpness!

Following the blade’s edge refinement, the attention shifted to the finishing of the handle.

After polishing and shaping, the process continued with the critical heat treatment stages of quenching and tempering.

Quenching served to significantly enhance the sickle’s hardness and overall strength.

Tempering, in turn, effectively mitigated the brittleness of the serrated scythe, thereby increasing its resilience and toughness.

These two processes worked in perfect synergy.

Finally, the crucial step of rust prevention treatment for the newly crafted serrated scythe commenced.

Lynn retrieved a brush from the forging table, applied a layer of grease, and evenly spread it across the entire surface of the serrated scythe.

This application was vital for safeguarding against rust!

Only at this juncture was the complete forging process brought to its final conclusion.

Lynn then selected a robust piece of wood, approximately arm-width in size, to serve as the handle, proceeding to install and secure it.

Thus, a fully realized serrated scythe was produced.

Lynn gently assessed the weight of the finished serrated scythe; weighing less than a pound, it felt remarkably light.

This weight, however, made it perfectly suited for the task of reaping barley.