Edit: sand should be sanding. And Aeb-l (nice mix of edge retention toughness and cost). also you can mess with the heat treat recipe for Aeb-l. Edi...

I have a few thoughts. As far as forging I think High alloy steels and most stainless are definitely not suited for it but, it is possible you don't ...

It sure would be nice to be able to edit your post?

A couple of thoughts for you. First I make mostly chef knives and out of a 39 inch bar at $50 bucks if shipping is $25 I could probably forge 8 integr...

I thought I would revive this thread since the last post wasn't answered. My question is will there be an Ohio hammer in this August? Thanks

Last is something I tried with a friend ,but didn't quite workout. A three layer twist, straight, twist forge welded blade which worked out. my proble...

Second is more of a regular knife for me, but I felt like I sort of hit a milestone that all my processes flowed smoothly( at least at this point of m...

Some very nice work Gentlemen. Here are my three. First is a Wakizashi brisket slicer for an order, it's blade is over 14 inches(longest yet) of Go ma...

I'm having trouble posting images. I usually go into Imgur pick the size medium thumbnail etc then pick forums category and paste. Normally after past...

A couple ideas. For cable "High temp tools " carries a few different sizes. Wire you could try Grainger they have 1085 wire. There's always ball beari...

Hi Chris welcome. I'm in Phoenix and understand your heat issues I forge outside(northern exposure) with as much shade as possible a fan and or swamp...

I don't have an Ameribrade grinder but I did buy there rotary platen and 2×6 inch combo platen They both seem very well made and run true. My only pro...

Thank you I appreciate the comments.

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