Charles dP

Do you perhaps have any photos that might help?

Appears not. Are you going to try it?

Isn’t it face-centred cubic or is retained austenite different from that above A1?

Beautiful

Interesting effect on the steel there and an interesting knife. What are the specs?

Well in Southern Africa most of the electricity is turned off already. That will save you a job at least.

Wait a minute, you gave fighting knives to a married couple? Nice work though

Gorgeous blade John. If you’re going to Owen’s hammer-in next year, bring that blade along. I’d love to see it in the flesh.

Only one way to find out I suppose. Let us know how you get on.

Literally?

Merry Christmas and best wishes to all. Chicken is roasting, Brussel sprout gratin is in the oven. Jerk ham (for Boxing Day dinner) is marinading. Veggies being prepped. Family coming over later. Speedy recovery to all who need it. Hope you are all having a great day.

Great looking dagger Gary.

Stunning

Really liking that knife Garry. How strong a solution of the permanganate and how long a soak did you use? I tried it neat once (just moistened) and that was definitely overkill.

Bugger . Paring knife it is then. Good luck on the next one.