hey guys i have a quick question. i have a couple of different blades(ats34,154cm,and s30v)that i have been workin on. my question is: is there any way to make these blades look aged or well...crude, i guess would be the word. ??? not to hurt the strength or rust resistance....maybe a solution to dip or soak the blades in??
thanks for the help
brandon
I have no idea. There are alot of ways to do carbon but I have no idea on stainless.
yeah i wasnt sure of anything on stainless. dont know if its true but someone told me mustard....yes mustard?
Mustard will patina carbon for sure. Maybe some of the experts will chime in.
sounds like to me it couldnt hurt to give the mustard a try, if it stains your on the right track if not no big deal: after all it it is stainless. to qoute another knife maker KHALVERSON "you dunno till you try"! :goldtooth:
very true oldpaths....im giving it a try now:)
Lin Rhea mentioned some time ago about a stainless steel blackener. I have not tried it, but kept the link for when I was ready to.
You may be able to cut it down some, thin it, and get the proper effect you are looking for. I don't know what it is based on (oil, water, laquer thinner, etc.), you'll have to buy it and experiment for yourself.
Dan
http://www.caswellplating.com/kits/black.htm#stainless
looks interesting...its the stuff they use to make lettering show on stainless st. this could be a possibility. thanks dan