Ed Clarke
Journeyman Bladesmith
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Joined: Feb 15, 2021
Last seen: Dec 10, 2023
Topics: 52 / Replies: 265
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Tank Size For Quench Oil

Thanks David, I'll check out the link:)

14 years ago
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Tank Size For Quench Oil

Karl, The photos help a lot. Could you estimate the dimensions of those tanks for me? Also, is that just an regular electric burner you use to hea...

14 years ago
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Tank Size For Quench Oil

WOW! Kevin, Thank You so much for the great info. You have de-mystified the process enough that I am going to try it on my next knife from 1084 (...

14 years ago
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Tank Size For Quench Oil

Thanks for the advice. I was thinking some kind of mesh would be the way to go... I have never edge quenched or differentially hardened using clay, ...

14 years ago
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Tank Size For Quench Oil

Hi Kevin and Dennis, What is your take on the edge quench tank as far as regulator blocks go? My question is this: If the regulator block only allo...

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Grain Reduction Test

Thanks Lin! I've got the gloves, got the tongs, have an NC Tools Knifemaker two burner forge and just built a coal forge (needs a blower). Haven...

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Grain Reduction Test

Hey Everyone, Great post / info. I was just trying to remember this type of test so I could be sure to get a great blade. Quick question: I saw so...

14 years ago
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Plunge Lines

Kyle, Thanks for the great question. Michael, Thanks for the great answer and links. The links provide great inspiration. Ed C.

14 years ago
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Metallurgy Of Steel For Bladesmiths

Joe, I also thank you very much for the info. I downloaded it in about 5 seconds from the link you supplied! Ed C.

14 years ago
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Eye Protection

Hi Mike, I don't know about the set-up your using, but check out that link Dan left earlier in this thread. You can order the AuraLens glasses with...

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Eye Protection

Thanks, His icon said "New Member" so I wasn't sure. I checked out your work Dan... very nice. You've given me something to strive for Glasses o...

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Eye Protection

Hi Dan, Thanks for the great info. and link. I checked it out and I will probably go with your recommendation. I want to be able to "see" any dam...

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Grinding A Serpentine Blade

Hello Brion, Very nice to "meet" you. Thanks for your advice. I am very greatful to be included in this forum. I can see it is going to be a grea...

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Grinding A Serpentine Blade

Lin, Thanks for the great advice. I will focus on getting very good at making straight blades for a while...I kind of came to that conclusion mysel...

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