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I f you changed the grind on blade it reduces the blade value by quite a bit. Japanese blades are some of the only weapons that can be restored to enhance value . If not properly done it looses it's value and becomes a wall hanger. You are correct , Many swords have been restored without any...

Sounds like a great cause. I guess that also means that the 20 lbs of old ivory I have rat holed, is at least a little safer to use on projects . Not sure about Missouri law on this issue. ...... Bubba

Sometimes taking off less steel is better . With too much grinding , you may remove some of the activity that you are seeking . Nothing worse than a hamon that is but a whispy line. Try polishing between the hardened edge and the side of blade (shinogi). This offers a little better contrast...

It also works for the LD SYNDROME. Its a strange disease related to excess use of corn Liquor .

What a fitting memorial for her. LMAO......

Nice work , Although The Ivory is not aged , Is this a new piece . Typically Japanese saya are not made from Ivory, not the better pieces . But, Chinese makers use it a lot . I do have to admit it does look nice . Bubba

Real nice score ... She is nice .... J. Bieler

Anthony, This guy is in St Louis . here is link http://www.waterjettech.com/ContactUs.html His name Is Jay , tell him you are a friend of mine . He has no minimum. I think he is member here .... good luck ....... Bubba

Thanks Chuck , I was looking for this post to buy some coin bezels to mount silver Quarters on Belt. Thanks Bubba

Hey Bruce, Thanks for that tidbit. If you ever decide to sell the old one let me know ? I used to have a Fox "sterlingworth" in Damascus . Came with an old leather case that allowed gun to be taken apart and stored separately . Looked like an elongated binocular case . She was a real...

Hello Folks , I started a small project to make a concha style Belt for a friend . What I am looking for specifically is a Quarter sized Bezel with either 3 knife prongs or A single Stud/ screw type . They need these to be sterling as everything else is silver . I plan on using a whole...

Thank you Smithy , You did a great job . right when I needed them . Can't ask for better than that .... I owe you one for sure ......

Thanks Doug, You also made some shibu menuki for me . I sold everyone you made except, the 2 pairs I used on a sword . When menuki made from shibuichi are used in a blade they start to change colors , depending on how acidic your skin is . It can change from Blue to black or even a copper...

Mark, here is link to Thomas bucks tutorial . Its easy to learn , just get a small locking wood clamp , I use a plastic one . Tying the ura and Omote knot is difficult to learn . I use folded plastic film negatives to pull Ito cord under crossovers. http://www.tsukamaki.net/ I can show...

Hello folks , I wanted to post some Japanese shibuichi menuki that Teddy the jeweler and knifemaker cast for me . He did a great job , I would recommend anyone who needs some intricate casting of various metal , contact teddy he will do you right .These are copied from a 16th century copper...

I knew there was a problem with the chargers , overcharging the Lithium batteries . I also read the electrolyte is wet . I had one catch on fire ...... I heard there Is a fairly new (dry ) electrolyte Lithium ? I wonder if it's any good .... I like the idea of recharging batteries...

All I can say is. WOWEE that is outstanding . I remember when I was young , my Uncle had an old Damascus shotgun . No one liked them , because they would sometimes come apart So as a result you don't see many Damascus firearms . This Pistol is a way different animal . The old barrels were...

I know we have heard it many times .... these are the best so and so batteries you can get ' I have a flashlight that takes 2 CR EL123 LI batteries . In you folks opinion, who makes the best batteries all a round ? in this size..... I have been told Fenix are pretty good for the dollar...

great blades , real nice work......

Fred does some nice work . nice blade .........nice koshirae.