James Terrio
Well-Known Member
Recently I ran out of blue Sprayon layout dye. So I used a red Sharpie that was handy, and found I can see the scribed lines much better than with either blue dye or black Sharpie.
Unfortunately, the Sharpie ink wears off pretty quick when you get it hot and dunk it in water repeatedly, even the "Industrial" type. I found Dykem spray in a red color online and I bet that would be better. Anyone tried it? If it "sticks" as well as the Sprayon or Dykem blue I will definitely get some.
Note: I've also noticed (pretty much by accident) that a light coat of layout dye prevents surface rust on blades that are ground but hang around the shop for awhile before HT/finishing. Saves grinding/sanding time later.
Unfortunately, the Sharpie ink wears off pretty quick when you get it hot and dunk it in water repeatedly, even the "Industrial" type. I found Dykem spray in a red color online and I bet that would be better. Anyone tried it? If it "sticks" as well as the Sprayon or Dykem blue I will definitely get some.
Note: I've also noticed (pretty much by accident) that a light coat of layout dye prevents surface rust on blades that are ground but hang around the shop for awhile before HT/finishing. Saves grinding/sanding time later.
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