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I got some GatorPiss a while back. I was using diluted Ferric Chloride, but wanted to try something different. I usually take my blade...

I'm just sick of paying for the newest thing. $60 a gallon plus shipping from Baker Forge for Gator Piss when the 2 main items are...

I used hydrochoric acid years ago, but ferric Chloride seems to give a better etch. The hydrochloric seems like it etches both steels...

I picked up the qt of sulfuric acid for batteries. This image is zoomed in too much, but can't get it right with cropping, etc. This...

Ole Scratch, you're not that far away from me - if you're ever down around the coast, plan to drop by. I'm sure we'll have something to...

Good questions - I've etched Damascus the same way you do, but after seeing that video with the Indian knifemakers (lockbacks?) using...

I have no idea what wood it is, but sure looks like it would make nice handles.... and the heart wood not even need stabilizing.

Just started parkerizing some of my blades Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks for the welcome! Profile updated!

Just wanted to introduce myself. I am a stock removal knife maker working mostly with 52100 and 15n20. I have some O1 blades as well...

Thx everyone I pulled the trigger and got it. Very pleased with it so far. The control is awesome and dies are easy to make even for me

It looks good to me - and remember, everything you make is "higher end" {g}

Handle done, pictures don't do the Maple justice. Very pleased with outcome. Left the middle semi-flat so indexing knife would be...

Chef handle all roughed in. Just need to shape a bit more, hand sand and buff. The handle is super comfortable!

Patricia at IMG can handle your stencil needs. I order the stencil material from her and they last a long time. Call her and chat -...