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    Question on heat treating prep?

    Hi Guys, I am a newbie and got my first chunk of h13 hardened and triple temper professionally. The color changed from silver to almost black with a small patch that had been sanded back to the bare metal. Tested and is average 54.1 RC. My question is : what is the black color ? do I need to...
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    What would make a better post anvil, S7 or H13 tool steels?

    Hi Guys, Have done my research and concluded that these two were the best to choose. The S7 is more work in the heat treatment stages than H13. H13 can be hardened to about 52 rc i think. I am not sure of S7 when the piece is thicker than 2.5" , which all my pieces will be at. So, which one...
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    What height is the gas forge set at?

    I am a novice, and have never done any blade or blacksmithing. I have watched many videos of masters and their tools. Some like their forge almost at head height. Being a novice, I am a bit concerned about having the gas forge at face height. Any advice? Thanks, Jon
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    Anyone know if there is a place that does hardening of big chunks of steel?

    Hi Guys, I am trying to make a post anvil and would like to send out a 30 -100 lb piece of 4140, 4340 , h13, or d2 or s7. Anyone know which one of these steels would be the hardest with out heat treating? thanks, Jon
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    A good Modern book on Knife Making for beginner's?

    Hi all, Anyone know of a book that is not outdated, and teaches about modern supplies, tools and techniques. Not interested in hack saw and file work, that is why I have 2 die filers and a tw90 belt grinder. Thanks, Jon
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    What is a good quality steel anvil for forging hot metal into shape?

    Hi guys, I am just about ready to make a purchase of two propane gas forges and I'm looking for let's say under 60 to 70 pounds so to be portable. Now I just realized that my animal is cast-iron so I really don't want to ruin it by using it for HoTMetaL. So my question is, what would be a...
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    Looking for a gas forge Already built and ready to go?

    Hi Guys, I am new to knifemaking , but am learning fast, I am looking for a really well made gas forge that gets hot enough to work with damascus and maybe try some forge welding. This is where I want an easy relining option. Some like the chile forges, some say that the firebrick walls...
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    Does anyone have experience using a dry downdraft table for grinding dust and sparks?

    Hi Guys, Still looking fir the best setup for my soon to arrive belt grinder 2 by 72". I have seen videos of diversitech mini DD SYSTEM, but it won't fit thru the basement door 26". Unit is 30"deep. But I would like to find someone who has actually placed their grinder locked to the too grid...
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    Happy Memorial Day to all our servicemen and servicewomen.

    Thanks for all that you have done and do for our country. God Bless America, Jon
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    Hello from Long Island, New York!

    Hi everyone , My name is Jon, and I am very happy you have accepted me into this awesome community of such gifted, talented, and full of experiences, ready to share with those of us, like me, a beginner. A little about my self: I have many interests, but metalworking, machine restoration...
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