Matt K Kirby
Apprentice Bladesmith
Eminent Member
Joined: Feb 15, 2021
Last seen: May 6, 2024
Topics: 2 / Replies: 42
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RE: Bridgeport Surface Grinder 2x72 belt

Hey Michael - I'll give you a call.

7 months ago
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RE: WIP Blade for my second atempt at the ABS journeymens test.

I’m not sure what steel you’ve chosen to use, heat treatment recipe, etc. but don’t be afraid to test a “skinnier than originally planned” blade a few...

7 months ago
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RE: WIP Blade for my second atempt at the ABS journeymens test.

Hey Kevin, Best of luck on your upcoming performance test! From your post above, it sounds like the rope cut may have gave you trouble in the past....

7 months ago
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RE: Jouneyman Testing

Hey Adam - Good luck and enjoy the journey leading up to your performance test!

7 months ago
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RE: Wip... Building A Serious Welding Forge

Hey Anthony, I'd like to see your forge if you wouldn't mind posting pics. Karl Andersen posted a video of a handsome horizontal he built that I've...

8 months ago
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RE: Maui

This is awesome work and for a great cause! I have many questions for you about this project, but I'll save em until I make more damascus and will be...

8 months ago
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RE: "Report" Icon

Hey Brion, I tried the steps you suggested above, but for some reason it isn't working on my end. Similar to others that have already asked, I have...

8 months ago
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RE: "Report" Icon

Thanks Brion, I’ll give it a try.

8 months ago
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8 months ago
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RE: CONTRATULATIONS to Matt Kirby!

Thanks for the kind words Ed and for overseeing my performance test! Building the skillset to earn/become a JS has been a goal of mine since attendin...

8 months ago
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RE: Press or Power Hammer

William, I’m a bit late to the party but will share a few thoughts. Money and time invested in an ABS school, or a private class from an MS will...

11 months ago
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RE: What do you use for lube when hand sanding...PSA

Simple Green or Windex for me. Whichever one I'm not out of at the time.

1 year ago
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RE: A New Dawn

This is absolutely amazing, WOW! It even appears to have birds flying over the water.

1 year ago
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RE: A general inquiry into a. how to inlay raised wire into wooden handles, and b. who the best suppliers to source mammoth bark and interior ivory from?

Great looking knife! I can't wait to see pictures of the set you bring with you next year to Atlanta for judging.

1 year ago
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