I've been considering sending my Benchmade 730CFHS blade to Bodycote, but I'm not sure what coating I want. I hear they have a Tungston / Diamond coating, a Boron Carbide coating, and a Chromium Nitrate coating. Doesn anyone know about these coatings?
Second, I hear my BT2 coated blade will be a mess when the coating is removed. Will Bodycote's blasting and re-caoting cover these grind marks, etc? Will it change the way the blade fits in the handle, etc? Wouldn't it interfere with the Axis lock and pivot areas? Does Bodycote have any options for a blade finish underneath the coating?
I've spoken with Ann and the guy to replace her, and I'm still pretty much in the dark. I'd also like to hear your opinions on what I should send in to be coated, and which coating on what. I.E. blast and Boride coat the clip, liners, axis mech., diamond coat the blade, or Chrome and Boride coat the blade, etc. Thanks!!!
-AR
Second, I hear my BT2 coated blade will be a mess when the coating is removed. Will Bodycote's blasting and re-caoting cover these grind marks, etc? Will it change the way the blade fits in the handle, etc? Wouldn't it interfere with the Axis lock and pivot areas? Does Bodycote have any options for a blade finish underneath the coating?
I've spoken with Ann and the guy to replace her, and I'm still pretty much in the dark. I'd also like to hear your opinions on what I should send in to be coated, and which coating on what. I.E. blast and Boride coat the clip, liners, axis mech., diamond coat the blade, or Chrome and Boride coat the blade, etc. Thanks!!!
-AR