When I first got into Bleach I would browse websites and forums looking for wallpapers and cool pictures. Then one day I came onto DeviantArt and tried a search for Tensa Zangetsu, and came across this deviation. This deviation and the author Chioky showed how sword making could be done with simple hand tools and a bit of hard work.

Chiokys skills have increased exponentially since creating this sword, and his results with the Espada Zanpakutos are evidence of this.
He not only produces high quality wooden swords, but also promotes sword making. He does this by a mixture of technical drawings, tutorials and guides which has earned him lots of praise and many followers.