Hi Everyone,
I admire fine craftsmanship (BTW, my name is Bruce and I am also a tool-a-holic). I am 63 years old and love to learn new crafts. The subject of my post today is a brief introduction and a "probably beaten to death" subject; damascus steel blades...so I apologize in advance.
I am brand new to bladesmithing and got interested through some rudementary blacksmithing which I decided to try because of our horses shoeing needs.
I have long had a keen interest in blade making with first attempts using "material removal" from a single chunk of steel...but that doesn't do it for me...I want to make damascus steel. Can someone tell me what kinds of steel go into "damascus" steel an in what proportions? I am sure some, and maybe all bladesmiths keep the composition secret....so if I am asking anything that might be taboo, I apologize. Anything information is greatly appreciated!
Bruce, the newbie!
