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 Harden Carbon (1075) Damascus
Coating: ATP-641, Turco, or similar high temperature anti-scale/decarburization coatings can be used in replace of foil to reduce scale or surface decarburization. Data is representative of controlled heat treating equipment (e.g. oven, salts, etc.) temperatures and industrial standard quenchant. Suggested quench oil: Parks 50–expected as quenched hardness may be lower if a slower quench oil […]
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
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 quench to about 1000°F (540°C), then air […]
How to Harden 0-1 Carbon Damascus billet
Coating: ATP-641, Turco, or similar high temperature anti-scale/decarburization coatings can be used in replace of foil to reduce scale or surface decarburization. Preheating: Heat oven to 1300°F and place material in oven. Austenitizing (High Heat): Heat slowly (400°F a/hr) from the preheat to 1475-1500°F (802-816C) Soak for 30 minutes for the first inch (25.4 mm) […]
How to Harden Stainless (Aeb-L) Damascus
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, […]