demagnetizing

[Bailey Knives]

I have been using a magnet to grind the flats, and the knives have been getting slightly magnetized. How do you get rid of this? Where can I get an old vcr or tape eraser? Would that work?

Thanks in advance.

 

[burke531]

you can buy a demagnetizer from enco for cheap

 

[RUGUR]

I've got a little non-electric handheld demagnetizer made by Wihaw... I haven't been able to get it to work at all. I'd say skip purchasing that thing.
I believe the electric demagnetizers work but they are expensive. MSC Direct has them but you might be better off trying to find a used one at a more resonable price.

 

[fitzo]

I second what Bill said. I have this ENCO Demagnetizer and it works great for blades, files, etc.
If you get one, do not leave it running after use. They'll burn themselves out.

 

[RUGUR]

I'm going to get one of those Enco demagnetizers. Thanks for the link.