[TheForge] Guild System Titles

[Grover Richardson]

One blacksmith that I knew, I asked about his "Master" status, ie where did
he get it.  He said that if you expect to make things and people to pay for
them, you need the Master title.  If you have a lesser title they expect to
pay Kmart prices, for the exact same work.  He was/is successful as a
blacksmith last I heard.



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[mailto:theforge-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of George Pacheco
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 9:31 AM
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Subject: Re: [TheForge] Guild System Titles

Since I work Iron for my own pleasure, and not to hold bragging rights,
titles are not valid. BUT......  For someone trying to make a living at it,
a graded system of experience/ability levels would be a good thing. Sort of
lets prospective employers know your level of expertise BEFORE hiring you.
Once hired, you can let your light shine and by doing exemplary work, earn
more notches in your hammer.
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