It is up to you as to whether it is forge welded, split from a larger piece, welded or a tenon and rivet.

The Picture is a "dramatization" for those who may call it something else.

In "The Art of Blacksmithing" by Alex Bealer look at page 220.
The drawing has 3 keepers a main rod and a forged ball end.

I would look at a little different it is Youthful Enthusiasm versus an Erfahren Holunder (Experienced Elder).