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Hello all, I have recentlly started building a forging press and finally got it up and running. I am using a gas motor. A honda 190 which is rated a 5.5hp 3600rpm . I have selected a 0.55 cubic inch pump that equates to about 8.1gpm. Its a single stage pump. What I have been noticed is...

Hello all, I am sure that this is a pretty basic question,but I am struggling with it. I have noticed that I am having a problem keeping flat bar from cupping when being forged on its edge. Do you have any suggestions on how I can eliminate this. Of course the thinner the material and wider...

Are there any advantages to applying clay to a Damascus blade? I cant ever say I seen a hammon on a high layer blade. I am talking function over form. I know typically claying is done to produce hamons and cause the spine of knifes to harden differently. As form is concerened, does it...

Hello, I am having a hard time getting my mind around how the handle hole is made on the french style axe. It is made on such a odd angle. Would some one please post up a tut. on this. This is a pic of the style I am talking about. Thank you!

Hello, I am looking for some one I could spend a day or two working/observing there knife making processes. I live on the Ks/OK border almost strait south of Wichita. While I am not a totally new to knife making; I would describe myself as an novice looking to grow. If you have any suggestions...

I recently purchased a 2x72 grinder and need some info on belts. If you only had 5 different belts you would constantly keep on hand what would they be? Brand, grit and type.