Good question Ed and one I have wondered about myself. Theoretically there should not be a sharp 90 degree angle when quenching, because of the stress...

I have to go with Lin on this one. I use a Bader and my platen has slightly radiused edges. I like the curved transition at the plunge. Some people li...

Hello Michael. I have looked and so far the only way I have found to get it is from Hitachi at exorbitant prices and a minimum order. However from the...

You already know that I am going to look at them Billy. We will be glad to look at them. I will see you there. Brion

I have to go with Dale on that. I also use Stay Brite. On rare occasions I will use silver solder from a jewelry supply. Brion

Hello Phil. Basically the Intro course does teach some grinding, but not hand finishing. We are mainly concentrating on the forging and heat treating,...

Anton, we look forward to meeting you and having you in the class. As Mike said, if you have any questions just e-mail me or post. See you in class. ...

Hello Scott , and welcome. For the first question, I think the dimensions you have will look fine. I would suggest tracing the outline of your blade o...

I second Dan's advice. Lin is a very good instructor and demonstrator, plus he is a really nice person. He is probably blushing now. I wish I could be...

Hello Anton. There is the bunkhouse in Old Washington which you can stay at. Very much within walking distance. Also you usually can catch a ride with...

Anton, Welcome to the ABS and the forum. If you have any questions, feel free to ask away. I look forward to meeting you in the future. Welcome again....

Phil I will be glad to do it. Just let me know and we will work it out. You are very welcome. You might think about the Spring Hammer In if you can ma...

That is what I wanted to hear. Congratulations Phil. I will see you at Blade. It was nice talking to you at Little Rock and I look forward to seeing y...

The Spring Piney Woods Hammer In was the first Hammer In I ever attended. It will always be my favorite. Mr. B.R. is right, there is something about b...

No kidding. That is a slick vise. I see one in my shops future. Now just have to find a bowling ball, preferrably an orange swirl one. I can see all s...