Paragon Xpress Enameling kilns for heat treating?

[ashwinearl]

I have read and experienced that typical jewelry kilns are not the most ideal for heat treating because they come up to temp so slow. My old small paragon is like this taking 1.75 hrs to get to 1525F

What about the pargon Xpress models made for Enameling? I've got one locally with their Sentry 4.0 controller that gets to 2000F. I'll skip if it's a slow one, but may consider harder if it is faster than what I've got.
thanks

 

[Stacy E. Apelt - Bladesmith]

That should work fine. It has a three key programmable multi-step controller with ramp rate and hold programming. Biggest issue is the size. It will only handle small fixed blades and folder parts.
If the price is right and it fits your knife size, then it is an OK kiln.