Saiga308 Posted May 1, 2008 Share Posted May 1, 2008 Hey folks, I just gave my first try at etching some 5160, ball bearing, nickel Damascus. I mixed 2qts of distilled vinegar with 15 oz of lemon juice and a 5lb bag of table salt. I mixed it together and got it to a slow boil, and after about 20 minuets I wiped the blade down with acetone and submerged it into the simmering concoction. After about 8 minuets I took it out and washed it off with water and detergent, and then covered it in oil. I think it turned out pretty good:D, I am saving the mixture to use at a later date. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Sells Posted May 1, 2008 Share Posted May 1, 2008 nice job and good colors . in the future try to take photos with out the shadows across the blade. it will show it off better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brucegodlesky Posted May 2, 2008 Share Posted May 2, 2008 yep! Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry W. Posted May 2, 2008 Share Posted May 2, 2008 Nice work. Nice grass too. If we would get some rain maybe we could grow some..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blafen Posted May 2, 2008 Share Posted May 2, 2008 beutiful blade and good pattern there, it came out very good for a vineager etch i can only get that kind of bold pattern with muriatic acid or other harsh dangerous etchants. sure wish my forge was working. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfy9005 Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Nice blade Ive seen alot of pattern welded blades around but this definately knocks them off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walkerironworks84 Posted January 28, 2010 Share Posted January 28, 2010 Awsome looking blade, the pattern looks great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angus Posted May 22, 2010 Share Posted May 22, 2010 What kind of oil did you put on it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medieval Posted May 25, 2010 Share Posted May 25, 2010 Hey folks, I just gave my first try at etching some 5160, ball bearing, nickel Damascus. I mixed 2qts of distilled vinegar with 15 oz of lemon juice and a 5lb bag of table salt. I mixed it together and got it to a slow boil, and after about 20 minuets I wiped the blade down with acetone and submerged it into the simmering concoction. After about 8 minuets I took it out and washed it off with water and detergent, and then covered it in oil. I think it turned out pretty good:D, I am saving the mixture to use at a later date. Did you use any water (how much) in this concoction?? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golgotha forge & anvil Posted August 16, 2010 Share Posted August 16, 2010 great job! looks really good... Gene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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