Ok, had time to run a little test. Not sure my small sample size will bear fruit but here it is. I cut 5 pieces of 1095 into 1"x2" stock (all 3/32...

You will need a way to find the center line on your blades, You can eyeball it but will do much better work with a true center. Get a "surface block"...

Yes, 3phase allows the the motor to be "controlled" up or down. The controller is a separate unit the has either a dial or digital adjustment by which...

I use my torch on the outside of my container, I have a long candy thermometer in the oil. My buddy uses a water heating element.

Depends on how you use it. If you go 3phase and a controller then 1.5-3 horse ( bigger is better but expensive). If you use single phase and step pul...

What's your end goal? How many knives do you make a year, in other words are you wanting a grinder to use as a hobby or full time maker? I am a full...

Companies are now making coarse ceramic steels. I purchased one recently, thinking it would be "fine" only to discover it was aprox 400grit. Way too ...

The pink filters are the best for dust. Some masks only protect against dust and have thin screw on filters. Others protect against dust and toxic fu...

I make a lot of Chef Knives and find Cocobolo to work great do to all the natural oils. Make sure to use a respirator when sanding. Also any densely...

Thanks Kevin, I will make several pieces and try at different soak times. Let you know how it goes.

Zack 90% of the knives I make are Chef Knives, all made from Carbon Typically 1095. I have knives in several production kitchens and 1 Restaurant ...

I should have looked at your link first. That anvil is a little different shape than mine, a little more traditional shape. My anvil is closer ...

I have used many anvils over the years. I come from a Ferrier back ground. I currently use a120 lbs. JHM I purchased 20 years ago. I have made seve...

[Steve here is a link to info on twist barrels, they may be worth contacting. Have a look at the gallery the barrels are beautiful!