Matthew , good stuff Hmmmm, maybe I just need to do more experimenting . I've only tried to weld it to 1095, 1084, and 15n20. I have a truckload o...

No worries , I'm just a foul mouthed cowboy trying to make his way in this crazy world . Apologies N

Kevin, Thank you for the advice and wisdom . I have no problems doing a pattern steel from it but I'm a little concerned with the thermal expansion ...

Old truck leaf springs (5160) is a great free (or very cheap) high carbon steel that's very predictable and easy to work with. Look up a local spring ...

Badass, thank you for sharing your story.

An old rail road tie is a good and very cheap option . It'll also teach you very accurate hammer control