Eddie Mullins
Well-Known Member
I am about ready to make my first folder and am at a bit of a quandary. I'd love to forge the blade, but because of the exacting tolerance for blade and spring, I'm not sure its practical due to the material which will be lost for scale removal, etc. I don't have a mill or surface grinder so am wondering if its feasible to get the uniform thickness needed by hand, or stock removal is the better option? If so, then I need an option/recommendation for 1/8" steel, as 5160, my current and only steel to have used, is not available less than .2" .