Bob JS

very nice, What is the finish? looks browned but it could just be the photo

Absolute first? or first presentation quality piece? Either way, even I can see that is exceptional work. How long did it take?

Thanks for the info and advice. Dodge, It can be caused by electrolysis - which produces hydrogen gas. Apparently this can be absorbed into the lattice of the steel, and prevents the molecules being able to move/slide around if impacted or bent - embrittlement. I wont go into too much detail, because I only 'know' what I have spent the last few days reading - but there is usually a very vauge cautionary note at the bottom of the sets of instructions for electroysis found on the net. Apparently it is common for parts to be baked in ovens after electroplating in industry. Thanks again. Bob

I was hoping that I could use the electrolysis method to clean the hammers that follwed me home last week, but I have questions about Hyrogen embrittlement: Is it a concern with hammers? - or just small items like springs etc I understand the hydrogen will be released from the steel over time - but I cant find any info on time scale - how long does it take? day months, years?? I also understand that baking the piece in an oven bellow tempering temperature will drive out the hydrogen - is there any safety issues here? I imagine the volume of hydrogen relased is small, but I like to be sure when dealing with hot explosive gasses in the house! Thanks for your help, advice and opinions. Bob

True. Was looking for metal boxes the previous week, but people were wanting

A few hammers... There are at least 100 there. I know I already have far too many hammers for a beginner - but could you turn down this many for

Seeing those curled back claws makes me wonder if you could forge an animal head from one to make a nice top for a walking stick??