I have done a plate quench for 12c27, 1975F for 10min ( small thin blade) temper twice for 2 hrs @425. Had inspection at my machine shop test it, 58/59 hrc
After using a gloved finger for a bit I started using the stiff felt pads you can get at Michael's to apply Tru-oil. I use that same felt (clean one) to do the buffing after letting the Tru-oil soak in/ partially dry for a few minutes. In the picture left to right: New pad, buff pad, application...
Thanks Ken for taking the time and effort to contact manufacturers and for providing their responses. I have been pondering the expected failure lifetime of the epoxied we commonly use.
Is it possible to use a lesser grade of stainless for oyster knives since edge retention didn't seem to be a major factor, maybe is a 410 or 420 stainless, maybe even a 316?
For new knifemakers such as myself...
Don't overthink. Sometimes I find myself focusing too much on whether i'm doing a task "right" or the way it's supposed to be done, instead of just doing and knowing that I will probably screw up many times before I find my way of doing it right. End...
Sure Doug no problem.
The key is to rock the blade across the lines of the recurve, making sure to hang the belt off the platen equally on both sides.
And here is a short video clip...
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I suppose I should provide some details...
Tip to ricasso: 3.5"
OAL: 8.25"
Width at widest point on blade: 1.375"
Handle width: Approx .75"
Blade: 1095
Handle: Rosewood
I like it, the carbon fiber pin with the maroon micarta is a nice combo, also like how the blade slants up after the handle I assume for a better thumb forward grip.
Here are a couple of quick shots with my phone...
Not great but my first attempts at new things rarely are lol I'm liking copper pins the more I use them, any advice on how force a patina on copper pins?
Haha good point Ricky, the sides don't match 100% and I'll post a picture tomorrow. But both sides do look great independently. The top grinds match at least, just finished after ht today.
Also thanks for the compliments rmbonham, remember the edge of the belt is your friend. At least that helped me... Good luck, I look forward to seeing your first try