Eddie Mullins
Well-Known Member
I am considering buying a hardness tester at some point, but as I primarily forge blades, I am wondering if it is even a worthwhile investment. From what I can understand, the reading is only accurate on flat surfaces. As I will forge in the initial bevel, I am wondering if I could even test the edge hardness?
I see some descriptions that say cylindrical and irregular shapes can be tested.
http://www.use-enco.com/CGI/INPDFF?PMPAGE=403&PMITEM=505-1897
Is this accurate? can it be done on a bevel?
I am also wondering if this is even useful information, unless its tied to performance testing. And if I am going to performance test, why do I need the Rockwell number, unless its simply a selling point for some customers?
Sorry for rambling. I'm sure this has been hashed out before, but I couldn't locate information on testing forged blades and am curious about your thoughts on the merits of hardness testing in general.
I see some descriptions that say cylindrical and irregular shapes can be tested.
http://www.use-enco.com/CGI/INPDFF?PMPAGE=403&PMITEM=505-1897
Is this accurate? can it be done on a bevel?
I am also wondering if this is even useful information, unless its tied to performance testing. And if I am going to performance test, why do I need the Rockwell number, unless its simply a selling point for some customers?
Sorry for rambling. I'm sure this has been hashed out before, but I couldn't locate information on testing forged blades and am curious about your thoughts on the merits of hardness testing in general.