Has anyone else done this yet?

GARY B

GARY B

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First off this knife is sold and I am not trying to peddle it, but I am really curious whether any of the other Japanese style makers have tried this yet. This is a clay tempered blade of 1084 steel that I had Bodycote spply their Boron Carbide double dip coating.

To me this will make it possible to have a Japanese "tactical" with temper line and all without so much worry about rust and finish degradation.
<img src=http://members.aol.com/steeldust5/boron.jpg>
<img src=http://members.aol.com/steeldust5/boron2.jpg>
<img src=http://members.aol.com/steeldust5/boron3.jpg>

I have used and abused this finish on a 5160 blade with virtually no damage at all to the finish. Thoughts anyone?
 
It is a very good idea, but I just like the look of steel to much to want any kind of coating on it. Because I properly looked after them, I do not worry about rust on my blades.
 
Yeah. Pretty cool. A subdued finish with a little maker's history. Great idea. I'd love to handle one.
 
Truth be told it looks ALOT better than I tought it would. Once again outstanding work! :eek: :D
 
Looks great! I'm surprised the temper line shows up so well through that stuff. Very unique look!
 
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