May 1, 200818 yr 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.
May 1, 200818 yr 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.
May 2, 200818 yr 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.
June 29, 200817 yr Nice blade Ive seen alot of pattern welded blades around but this definately knocks them off.
May 25, 201016 yr 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
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