Barry Clodfelter
Journeyman Bladesmith (5yr)
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Joined: Feb 15, 2021
Last seen: Jan 25, 2024
Topics: 4 / Replies: 61
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Ideas For Hammer-Ins

Hi Dan I would love to see a demo or discussion on hamons at the GSM in March. Would also be interested in using computers in the design process. Tha...

13 years ago
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1084 Hunter

That makes perfect sense Brion. I always finish the ends of the scales before attaching them so they are the same distance from the ricasso. I did t...

13 years ago
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1084 Hunter

Thanks Brion! The tang doesn't stand proud anywhere around the scales. I learned not to let that happen. What do you mean when you say the fron...

13 years ago
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Best Way To Protect Blade When Putting On A Handle?

" If you do much grinding on the fittings and handle, the grit will get through any openings in the tape. " Steve, I think this might be an issue...

13 years ago
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Best Way To Protect Blade When Putting On A Handle?

Thanks Mike! Maybe I'll give duct tape a try on the next one.

13 years ago
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Edge Thickness

Hi Chad, I find a slightly toothy edge will more easily grab and cut rope than a smooth shaving type edge.

13 years ago
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Discussion On Quenching Techniques

Kevin you are a wealth of information! Thanks for taking time to explain here and also on all the forums I see you on. If you don't already you m...

13 years ago
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Source For Anvils?

Another source would be your local ABANA. I have been to a few meetings with my local ABANA and there is usually some there who knows where to find a...

13 years ago
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Ideas For Hammer-Ins

I can think of a couple: Edge geometery and sharpening. Clay coating. One of the biggest decisions at a hammer-in is which demo/discu...

13 years ago
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Fast Quench Oil With O1 And 5160?

Karl I sent a blind email to them from the contacts page hopefully someone actually moniters and responds to them. If I don't get a reply in a couple...

14 years ago
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Fast Quench Oil With O1 And 5160?

Thanks Karl! The web site doesn't list the price so I will contact them about selling a small quantity.

14 years ago
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Fast Quench Oil With O1 And 5160?

Thank you Lin and Kevin for your replies and help! It is refreshing to post a question and get honest answers from folks who actually know what t...

14 years ago
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Fast Quench Oil With O1 And 5160?

What oils are you talking about Lin? I don't mind spending the money to get the right oil if it removes one of the variables from the learning curve....

14 years ago
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