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The "secret" to WELL DONE mirror finishes is not a lot of buffing. The most important thing is flawless high grit sanding. More focus...

I ended up getting the switch. Like I said, for $25 it was a no-brainer. I took advantage of Brodbeck's current sale and ordered one of...

Hello everyone! My name is Andrew and I own Lucky Dog Knife Co. I started the company last year and recently found Knife Dogs. I am a...

I use the reverse switch when sharpening on my 2x72 grinder, like this. I've added a small horizontal platen behind the upper 2" wheel...

So I think I figured out the issue. Even after sealing around the door, stuffing the grooves for the quartz tubes with insulation...

Got the DPST re wired, but the light still doesn't turn on. I will put it on the positive leg of the SSR next time and see if that...

I use reverse a good bit - especially when sharpening. This allows the edge to be up, and belt coming to edge from spine direction...

Light Grease or paste based would work best

Jody Collier is one of the best teachers around. Here's a good link to his page: https://www.weldingtipsandtricks.com/ and from there...

One more thing - I just finished watching all of Walter's video about his welding machine. He's a terrific knife maker and makes superb...

I have included a photo of Chuck with some of the knifes that we received from him at the National Southeastern Paralyzed Veterans trap...

I have watched many of his videos - and am subscribed to his channel. Amazing how cheap those Chinese welders are these days.

In all honesty I've never had an issue either but have always wanted a TIG (LOL!!). Couldn't justify spending a lot of money on it...

You got a link to the one you purchased? For Damascus I've never felt the need for actual TIG welding, MIG with cored wire has always...

I know a really smooth high grit finish is required for a good Damascus etch, but didn't realize a mirror finish could help. I will try...