I haven't tried 1.6.0 but I just saw a recent Artem video where this mechanic is described and I think it's a really interesting addition. I still think that both free forging and this new type of commissioned forging would fit perfectly (in my head it works) with what I commented some time ago here.
Apart from being able to pay the blacksmith for a weapon that we can build ourselves without the skill/material impediments, I think inserting renowned blacksmiths would expand both the lore and the playable experience. These blacksmiths could be linked to the new commissioning mechanic.
Apart from being able to pay the blacksmith for a weapon that we can build ourselves without the skill/material impediments, I think inserting renowned blacksmiths would expand both the lore and the playable experience. These blacksmiths could be linked to the new commissioning mechanic.