Why 1084?

[Greg Covington]

Also....here is a good pic of a 1084 blade out of the quench before tempering. See how the scale pops off the quenched area? Instant indicator of hardening!

 

[Will York]

Great pics, Greg.

Thanks again,
Will

"What are the charges?" ~Capt. Willard

 

[RMLamey]

It hardens deep, makes a good all around blade and takes a temper line