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I just got an order for a carbon fiber handled folder. I have never used carbon fiber. On G-10 I use a slack belt to 220 grit and then hand sand to 320-400 grit and lightly finish with steel wool. It takes longer than I would like but I don't have a variable speed grinder and this is the only...

I'll use the foil. Thanks, Gene

Thanks a lot guys. that helps a lot. Another question: If I grind after heat treating (that is how I have been doing it with 1095), will I still need to use foil on my blades or will the tangs clean up easy enough? How about the springs? Thanks for the help. Gene

I have just ordered a oven and should get it fed-ex any day now. I am wanting to start using D-2 for my folder blades and springs. Up until now, I have been using 1095 and a torch for heat treating. I need instruction on how to use the foil that you put on the blades while in the oven and...

There is probably a better way but I just heat my oil in a cheap 2 1/2 gal pot from the dollar store on a cheap table top electric burner. I keep meaning to get a thermometer but I have just been testing the temp with my finger. So far it has worked for me. Gene