In the intricate world of forge welding damascus, every step, no matter how minute, plays a pivotal role in determining the outcome. Among these steps, one that often goes unheralded yet is of paramount importance is using a vacuum system to pull the air out of the steel canister before the welding process. So, why […]
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How To Tell If Damascus Steel Is Real
Damascus steel is growing in popularity, which is a great trend for the craftsman. At the same time, unscrupulous manufacturers are taking advantage of the trend to offer cheap knockoffs and poorly made Damascus to inexperienced smiths who don’t know what they’re buying. This has led to some myths and misunderstandings about Damascus steel. Some […]
How to Finish and Color Damtanium and Zirmascus
Multi-Etch website has a lot of good information/videos on their website, worth reviewing prior to using. https://www.multietch.com/
How to Harden 440C/CPM-154 Damascus
How to Harden 3V/CPM-154 Damascus
Instructions on heat treating your 3V/CPM-154 Damascus. Preheat: Heat material to 1400°F (760°C) Equalize. Austenitize: For Max Toughness heat to 1950°F – 1975°F. Hold that temperature for 45-60 minutes. For Max Edge Retention – 2050°F, hold time at temperature 45-60 minutes. Quench: Oil or positive pressure (4 bar minimum) to below 125°F (50°C), or salt […]
How do I heat-treat my 1075 or 0-1 Carbon Damascus billet
Begin with your Damascus product wrapped as tightly as possible in .002 SST foil. Use double folds on all sides to ensure a tight seal. Preheat your furnace to austenitizing temperature – 1,475 degrees Fahrenheit. Place your wrapped piece in the furnace. Allow your furnace to cycle back up to austenitizing temperature. Soak your piece […]
How do I heat-treat my Stainless Damascus after purchase?
Begin with your Damascus product wrapped as tightly as possible in .002 SST foil. Use double folds on all sides to ensure a tight seal. Preheat your furnace to austenitizing temperature – 1,925 degrees Fahrenheit. Place your wrapped piece in the furnace. Allow your furnace to cycle back up to austenitizing temperature. Soak your piece […]
What’s the proper technique for etching Damascus?
How to Etch Stainless and Carbon Damascus Steel By taking your time and learning how to etch stainless Damascus and carbon Damascus steel properly, you’ll avoid problems like spots in your finished product. Damascus etching is done with a mixture of Ferric Chloride and Distilled Water, we use a 50/50 mixture. Before you begin, check […]
Why am I getting little spots on my Damascus after etching?
There are a few reasons you might see spots on your Damascus after etching. Let’s troubleshoot. If your Damascus was ground too fast, it may have gotten too hot and the pores in the metal may have closed, which prevents the acid from penetrating correctly. This is most common on thin blades, like kitchen knives, […]
Do you offer a stainless Damascus that doesn’t require heat treatment?
Yes. We offer twisted Damascus rods, raindrop billets, ladder billet, typhoon billets, and random billets in 304/316 stainless, which doesn’t require heat treatment.