November 18, 201213 yr I was finally successful in creating a hamon! W2 file normalized, annealed, shaped, then my attempt at hamon clay, light oil quench, and 390 degree temper. The process was first all tested with pieces of an similar file. I found water quench yielded cracks, so I went over to oil. Here's a few pics of testing, drying clay, and post tests next to right outta the oil. Since it's to be used in a kitchen I went ahead and gave it an acid bath; plus I just like the way it makes the hamon pop. What do you guys think?
November 18, 201213 yr Good start and interesting effect. Ive been bitten by the hamon bug as well and have been doing a ton of research on the stuff. One thing I would suggest is raise the thick portion of the clay a little higher and thin it out some. Probably only needs to be around 1/8" thick, also thin out some and do a little transition area of thinner stuff. Worth a shot. Im still playing with it all as well. They are fun, never quiet know what your gonna get.
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