DO IT YOURSELF! COLOR CASE-HARDENING PATINAS & PROCEDURES FOR GUNS, GUN PARTS & KNIFE BLADES.

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Bill Worden,
STEEL F/X® PATINAS

[@kentuckyjustice1408]

Bill, in addition to a very intriguing product, your video presentation is over the top. And that music... AWESOME, *TOTALLY AWESOME!* I'll be humming those tunes for a week. You have a new subscriber. Thumbs way up.

[@BillWorden]

@Kentucky Justice...You must've found the one video (out of a 100) that was done when I wasn't rushed! Glad you liked it! I did listen to 1,000 background tracks before I picked the one I used. And, I use it on most of my videos. Thanks a TON for the kind words! Bill 👍

[@imthatguy1878]

@@BillWorden I love the choice of background music I found myself getting into it

[@robbgray2497]

If I could find a trophy worthy of the most annoying background music, I would send it to you this afternoon.....smh

[@garythesquidsquid7779]

It must be rough not being able to turn your volume down

[@mrunderhood]

I had to mute the sound very annoying, I almost couldn't watch due to the prep work. it made me cringe! However, it did give me an idea of how the product works and will help me make a decision on buying or not.

[@BillWorden]

Thanks 😊

[@mrunderhood]

@@BillWorden HI Bill I hope you are recovering well. I have a very beat up, old Black Powder era Stevens Favorite that I rebuilt using a cold blue process to duplicate a antique case hardened look. The gun took a tumble and got some dinks on the edges of the octagon receiver. So I thought I would take it down file tthe flats out and try your product to see how it turns out. I'll send you before and after photos if you interested. Be safe and stay healthy.

[@kirkethridge2500]

Is this very durable? or does it come off easy as it goes one?

[@BigDozer60]

That stuff did an absolutely fantastic job on that magazine. Great job!!!! I'm impressed with how awesome the magazine turned out. I've been trying to find a Gunsmith that does Color Case Hardening on a Receiver of a Single Barrel shotgun and I can't find one anywhere to do it for me but by the looks of how excellent this stuff turns out, I won't need one to do it for me, I'll just do it myself. Back in 1984 I bought a Brand New H&R Model 176 10 Gauge Single Shot Shotgun with a 36" Barrel and back when it was new, it looked sweet, but now that it's 40 years old, she's looking pretty tired and I was getting ready to Cerakote the whole thing, Barrel and Receiver. I can do an awesome job on the Stock and Forend but I'm out of lucky with the metal work. But now, after seeing how great this stuff works, I'll just send in the Barrel for a Cerakote job and I'll do the Stock, Forend and now the Receiver as well!!! It'll end up looking nicer than it did the day I picked it up back in 1984. It came with a Black finish on the Barrel but after going through the Colors that Cerakote offers, I've decided to go with a Dark Navy Blue color that they have available and between that and the great looking colors that popped off that magazine, the NEW Color Case Hardening colors will look amazing in contrast to the Cerakote Dark Navy Blue. Even with the Stock and Forend, from the factory it came in a Dark Brown Walnut color and I've decided to use Red Mahogany Colored Stain on wood of that shotgun because it's a gorgeous colored stain, I've used it before on the wood of other shotguns. I'm excited to get this remodelling job started on my 10 Gauge now because I really didn't want to lose the look of the Color Case Hardened Receiver but it's 40 years now, right and I didn't really want to Cerakote the whole thing either. You made me a happy guy and I'm glad that I stumbled onto your channel. I will certainly be passing it along to a couple of friends whole have older shotguns with Color Case Hardened Receivers that need life put back into them as well!!!! I'm going to go check out your website now and read what I can, then place my order. Thank You for taking the time to post this great product and info on your channel, I definitely appreciate it, Bill. Regards, Tom...

[@joelhall5124]

How protective is this compared to bluing? Wouldn't mind finishing some rifles this way.

[@sieve5]

If you wanted this effect with a bit of extra protection, I'd say just do one or two coat of cold blue over the top to protect it.

[@BillWorden]

@@sieve5 that wouldn't work. Bill

[@dontcallmetravis]

Just turn off the volume.

[@Jorge-hj2tp]

Great job, Bill, but that music was awful 😂

[@BillWorden]

Sorry you didn't like it. 😏

[@JamesAdams-bd9df]

Soaking your parts in Metal Rescue for 24-48hrs will strip the old bluing off.

[@TheGunArea]

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ChatBot1337]

Oh sure, I just sold my SR45 a few months ago. Just playin'. I'm gonna play with this stuff.

[@joekelly9369]

cheers bill. i used the old stuff . my fingers throbbed for a few days .. il have to have a go at that .. i want to give a colt co2 pistol that case hardened look .. it looks great 👍

[@BillWorden]

@ joe kelly. just to be clear, the "old stuff" you referred to was some other product, other than mine? My formulas have been the same (ouchless), since they were first introduced in 2006. The CO2 Pistol would look cool with the Case-Hardened look. Let me know how it goes! Thanks, BIll

[@fraa888grindr6]

Great video, but a mild acid like lemon juice or white vinegar (both are inexpensive) works to remove a factory finish quite easily. Put them in, fully submerged, before going to bed and awake to bare metal. Wipe down. Bake about 30 mins at 200F. No real labor or shop tools needed. All you need is a kitchen. I use both food acids to remove heavy rust from tools I buy in garage sales.

[@BillWorden]

@FRAA888 GrindR Both acids mentioned are great if you have the time. Most of my projects are started and finished the same day, so I use what's best for saving time. Thanks for watching & commenting. Bill

[@fraa888grindr6]

@@BillWorden That is one way of looking at it. Another might be, that in my case, the acid works while I sleep so I have an entire day to do the other steps to achieve the end result. So by this measure, my method saves money AND time.

[@BillWorden]

@FRAA888 GrindR okay. I understand your reasoning. Carry on. Bill 😉

[@noahway13]

Getting ready to try this on my Red Ryder.

[@Jsv-w1v]

Looks as good as bone and coal

[@rickrick7577]

What do you use to seal the metal with after you are done ?

[@BillWorden]

@Rick Rick...I use Renaissance Wax or SprayMax 2K (Catalyzed) Clear-coat. Others use various products. Anything that prevents moisture from causing rust. On Stainless, a top-coat is optional. Thanks. Bill👍

[@llhosall7735]

How long does this finish hold up? I understand on an everyday use gun it would wear but what about a say cz75 that gets used very rarely? Amazing work

[@BillWorden]

@llhosall7735 the finish holds up really well as long as you keep it waxed, oiled or clearcoated. Just like bluing though, it can be scratched or marred with misuse or mishandling. Bill 😃

[@nicholasmccoy1336]

Hey bill, would this work on aluminum? I’d like to get a color case hardened look on a supressor, but it’s aluminum.

[@BillWorden]

@nicholas mccoy...no, aluminum is tough to get a color change without using very toxic, dangerous chems.

[@BillWorden]

What Others Are Saying... Great Product Great people. Wish there were more sites like this one. Thank You Bill Steve G Great variety of colors for our steel sculptures. Lots of positive customer feedback. RONALD E As always great products, fast shipping. If you want to take your metal art projects to the next level look no further than Steel F/X. Jesse B Not only was the purchasing and delivery seamless, the technical support I have received from Bill has been great. I am looking forward to trying other STEEL F/X products. Mike W Easy to use website with plenty of information and great photos that reflect the coloring of the products. Simple and informative, just what I like to see! Trevor Swanson Bill was right on the button with my order, as he always is. We'll be back again............... and again............ Gary P Bill and his team is amazing to work with. I love their products! GETTY B Bill has been a huge help and is always quick to respond to any of my many emails. Their products are the best! Chris W This is some awesome stuff! I used it on a 1911 build and it came out great. I need to purchase some of your product for stainless though. Everything shipped fast and turned out great! Mike C As always, Bill's web site was easy to navigate and find what I needed. And the checkout process was smooth and user friendly.Bill is a rare vendor that combines unique high quality products AND excellent customer service.... Glenn S Everything with steel F/X has been great from customer service to the amazing products. Jason B Works great,,,looks just like real case hardening on guns,,, Jack P Great products and Great Service. Garrett T Always a pleasure working with you Bill. Product is always great to work with. Grant V Once again, my order was shipped out almost before I completed the order. Outstanding Service!! Donald B I have been using STEEL F/X products for years. All products that I have used or tested have been outstanding.The service provided by Steel F/X has been outstanding, Bill is all about customer service. Reg P Excellent service super fast shipping and great products. Thank you! Brian W I have been using your products for 2 1/2 years and I will continue for ever. You guys do an AWSOME job in every aspect. Stu L Outstanding customer service. Bill's products are the best I have used, easy to apply. Reginald T Really Functional Alternative to conventional Color Case-Hardening. Quick order processing and delivery, too! William M Customer service is outstanding. Any time I have had a problem or question, Bill is "Johnny on the spot" with an answer or a solution. If all companies had Bill's attitude towards customer service the shopping world would be a much nicer place. Thanks again Bill. Linnette B STEEL F/X products work great .They are top of the line !!!!! Joe G It is a pleasure doing business with STEEL F/X. Without Bill's technical "know how" and tips, my work would be much more cumbersome. Thanks Bill, John John O Way better then my expectations. Thanks for a great easy to use products! Brad S Thanks you guy have great customer service and I love the product s! Steve H

[@ethanboyd7843]

Waltzed my grandmother around the room too long to see the vid ;)

[@baitball4665]

😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣

[@Shot_Gunner]

I have an old Colt DA 38. The original blued finish is worn off in about 75% of the revolver. I’d like to apply this finish to it. Would this be a good option in your opinion?

[@swagismund]

Personally I wouldn't if i were you

[@midnightclub7629]

doing this 2 my ak dust cover to get 661 look lol

[@dcookinsd]

Gotta love Redbone.

[@jojobrimhall5161]

is it necessary to completely disassemble the upper? would i be able to get away with just a basic field strip? In hopes of a Case Hardened look for a Sar 2000 CZ75 Clone in Stainless Steel.

[@BillWorden]

I hardly ever do any disassembly unless it's an older firearm with an oiled wood stock. It's totally up to you. Bill

[@benjaminthomas2000]

This music is funny as hell. Also awesome video Bill

[@BillWorden]

ben Thomas Thanks, Ben! 😁

[@justinmort5379]

Is this food safe for on knives?

[@lanceroberthough1275]

No music is necessary...

[@Darthbetel]

A lot of metal off that slide

[@jonparkes7006]

Hi Mr Warden What is the website address so I can place an order. Nice work by the way. Regards Jon Parkes

[@BillWorden]

@ Jon Parkes...The website address is in the description and the small STEEL F/X® logo in the bottom right hand corner of the video, but the page you'll need for the color case hardening products is: steelfxpatinas.com/product-category/steel-patinas/color-case-hardening-patinas/ . That link will save you some time on the site, looking for the products. Thanks! Bill

[@jonparkes7006]

Bill Worden Service indeed, thank you. I do hot salts bluing, and this would really compliment lever action jobs for small parts. Thanks for replying, best Jon Parkes’s

[@BillWorden]

@ Jon. You're welcome. I just added a few customer comments, many of them referring to the color case-hardening products. See Below. Thanks! Bill

[@Sanguivore]

Silly question, would this work over cerakote?

[@BillWorden]

No, but if the cerakote was removed, it would work. Bill

[@Sanguivore]

@@BillWorden Thank you, Mr. Bill!

[@garythesquidsquid7779]

How do you seal it when youre done? Oil?

[@BillWorden]

@Garythesquid SQUD...I use and recommend others to use: RENAISSANCE WAX or a 2-Part Clear-coat. steelfxpatinas.com/shop/renaissance-wax/ (REN. WAX), and steelfxpatinas.com/shop/spraymax-2k-clear-coat/ (for the Clear-Coat that has the Catalyst (hardener) in the can).

[@robinmoody8697]

Man the audio / music is so bad.

[@BillWorden]

Some like it, some don't. Some turn up the volume and some 'mute' the audio. (Easier than complaining).

[@ixotuckeroxi]

What wheel is on the buffer?

[@BillWorden]

@ixotuckeroxi...I'm going to assume you mean the left side as I'm facing the buffer? If so, it's my favorite all-around non-woven wheel by 3M. Also called a convolute wheel, the type I prefer are 3/4" Wide X 6" Diameter. The nomenclature for the wheel is 7-S-F. I've recently got some non-3M wheels from zoro.com, which are made in Mexico and they do just as good of a job for about 1/2 the price. Let me know if you need a link. Thanks! Bill 👍

[@ixotuckeroxi]

@@BillWorden thank you bill! I'm using the steel fx with great results! Did a couple of 1911 frames and then cleared with cerakote h300 gloss. Going to start playing with some wheel gun cylinders next. Have a few of those just begging for color! Thanks again!

[@ookoonaka5996]

Can you ship to canada?

[@BillWorden]

Yes, we do.

[@Razor6On3]

Can you just use the blue Halo on a stainless steel slide and get it to look like a solid blue color?

[@BillWorden]

No, BLUE HALO patina only works on mild steel. 👍

[@BillWorden]

@Rogue Patriot. Good News for same effect on Stainless. I've developed a product called, "STAINLESS F/X", and another similar product called, "GUNSMITH'S SPECIAL" for use on exotic, proprietary "stainless" alloys used by major gun manufacturers. steelfxpatinas.com/shop/stainless-fx-stainless-steel-patina/ and steelfxpatinas.com/shop/gunsmiths-special/

[@publiogidoni5724]

Will this work on aluminum??

[@BillWorden]

nope. sorry.

[@benzo2486]

What kind of seal is needed after coating is completed

[@WickdPerfekT]

I'd also like to know

[@BillWorden]

My favorite is a catalyzed automotive clear-coat. My 2nd favorite is Renaissance Wax. Both work great! Bill 👍

[@steverandall5962]

Awesome RANDALL'S ENGRAVING INC

[@37gdog]

If I did an entire old shotgun, would one bottle of gel or spray be enough?, and which works best?

[@classycow5555]

I am thinking of using these products for jewelry, any tips for working with small parts/ what kind of metal I should use?

[@BillWorden]

Stainless, brass, copper, sterling silver, nickel (German) silver are all good choices.

[@randylong8156]

Have a mauser I'm going to try this on

[@jimmyunger4477]

Any way you can get this in Canada by chance I’d love to try this on my Winchester 94

[@BillWorden]

We ship to CA every day. Call to order. Toll free number is on the top banner of the website. Thanks, Bill

[@ivansvalker7025]

Does gel work in stainless steel

[@nashdill7919]

Will this make my simulated hardened case 22 look manufactor perfect

[@garythesquidsquid7779]

What does that even mean lol

[@jamesshride3158]

Does this work on Aluminum?

[@BillWorden]

No...it will not. It WILL work on Stainless Steel, Mild Steel, Copper, Brass & Bronze. Bill

[@sergeruf5010]

Ce monsieur ne se rend pas bien compte de la dangerosité de ces produits je lui conseille fortement d'utiliser des gants de protection , ce qui aura un double avantage de pas laisser de trace déposée par ces doigts !

[@demonbright7292]

Je suis d'accord, c'était presque trop douloureux de le voir mettre ces doigts dans ce bocal. - un Americain

[@pamtomable]

Bill, how can i get a case colour effect on polished alloy please?Steve.

[@BillWorden]

Use this product: STAINLESS F/X. steelfxpatinas.com/shop/stainless-fx-stainless-steel-patina/

[@joekelly9369]

you must have asbestos fingers thats art buddy

[@BillWorden]

@ joe kelly...Nope, just regular fingers! The products are not that caustic. No Odor, No Burning, Less than 1% Acid. It's the 'non-acidic' components of the formula that create the chemical color change. Thanks for the comment! Bill 👍

[@cc5855]

So I have to buy all of these jars to get that finished?

[@BillWorden]

The jars are available in 5 sizes, the smallest of which is only 2 ounces. Enough to do several firearms. Thanks, Bill

[@tomhughes5123]

beaut pal

[@garysnyder4912]

Would heating the finished product help to protect the finish?

[@BillWorden]

No, not at all. Bill 😎

[@ben_tang]

Pretty disappointed that you don’t deliver to Australia

[@BillWorden]

@Ben Morgan...We do, now. DHL Air. 👍

[@ben_tang]

Bill Worden just tried to order from the website, still says you do sell to our country...

[@BillWorden]

All International Orders go through an offsite process. Email me your order info and I will reply with a shipping quote. A screenshot of your cart is a great way for me to see your products and shipping address. Bill. 😎

[@miceskin]

How much does an 8oz bottle cover?

[@BillWorden]

@Dom..Is that a 'trick-question' for me? :o) An 8 oz. Kit is Two 4 Oz. Bottles, One Each of Surface Prep & STAINLESS F/X™. To get an 8 Oz. Bottle of the STAINLESS F/X™, that would be a 16 Oz. Kit. And, there are larger sizes available, too. An 8 Oz. Kit, will surface treat approximately 12-15 Sq. Ft. Some users get more than that...some a little less. It really depends on your preferred application technique/s. Thanks! Bill ... p.s. STAINLESS F/X™ is found only on my site, at: steelfxpatinas.com/shop/stainless-fx-stainless-steel-patina/

[@bandaranache]

Modigliani ;)

[@BillWorden]

Okay...if you say so. 😎

[@fireball1322]

Rule # 1: never wear gloves on your hands around/while using exposed rotating at high RPM machinery. Your hands will thank you.

[@BillWorden]

Okay. Now, I know. (had to wear gloves, as the steel gets very, very hot when using a non-woven abrasive wheel). I still have all 10 digits. Chances are that I was polishing metal before you were born. Safety is Rule #2. Common Sense is RULE #1. (I know where you're coming from, though...) thanks! Bill 😎

[@ericschulze5641]

@@BillWorden the only motorized tool he's ever used is an electric toothbrush, & that's because he cried to his mommy, how hard it was to use a regular toothbrush

[@StarburstAttack]

I know one of the issues with classical heat color case hardening is it makes it brittle so you wouldn’t want to do it on structural/impact parts. I’m guessing this is surface only and doesn’t affect brittleness

[@BillWorden]

@starburst attack...No, my products do not cause any surface brittleness ...unlike conventional high-temp case-hardening methods. Bill 👍

[@MegaMaximus333]

Okay, who does this song?

[@BillWorden]

honestly...I don't know who does the song, but it's called, "Panama Hat". Cheers! Bill

[@teo59]

Will it work on stainless steel?

[@BillWorden]

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[@BillWorden]

steelfxpatinas.com/shop/stainless-fx-stainless-steel-patina/

[@eggroid739]

Have you ever used this process with watch cases?

[@BillWorden]

Nope. I sure haven't.

[@sammykristoffful]

I love the finish in this video. I would love to do the same. Is this a kit of colors or would I buy them individually. Also I’ll be putting this on a chopper frame. What size bottles would I need? I’m guessing my frame would be about the same size as 5 or 6 shotgun barrels

[@BillWorden]

@Sam..You have the option of a full-kit (7 Colors), a 'build your own" kit, where you choose the colors and sizes you want, or you can purchase them in sizes ranging from 2 Oz. to 32 Oz., one color at a time. Lots of choices. If the Chopper Frame is mild steel (carbon steel) and not some high-tensile, exotic Chrome/Moly alloy, 16-24 Oz. should be plenty. Thanks for the comments! Bill 👌

[@JayBirdsFab]

great video

[@BillWorden]

thanks !

[@deeg4599]

What are you using to seal it?

[@BillWorden]

@ dee g...There are many options for sealing, but I use 1 of the following: SprayMax2k Aerosol, PPG DELTRON DC3000, or Renaissance Wax. The only thing I don't recommend is 'gun oil'. (It doesn't offer enough protection). thanks for the question. Bill 👍

[@BillWorden]

@ Thanks for weighing in...I've heard ONLY good things about FrogLube™ products, although I haven't tried any yet, myself. I intend to try them out soon. Bill

[@JohnVmystuff]

I'm scared of taking too much metal off with a wheel like that, Would a fine wire wheel and sandpaper work just as well? I guess I should ask first of all, what kind of wheel it is that you use?

[@BillWorden]

@John V...Don't be Scared! It's not a regular 'grinding wheel'. It's called a Convolute Wheel. Basically Scotchbrite that's been compressed. You'd have a hard time damaging the surface with it. The one I use is 6" X 1" Wide. 3M® 7-S-F, to be exact. And, yes...you could use a soft wire wheel or any fine-abrasive. I wouldn't use anything coarser than 400-Grit, though. Bill

[@Jamestreeman]

What do you seal it with?

[@BillWorden]

@James Treeman: Depending on the intended use, I will use either REN WAX (Renaissance Wax), or a 2-Part (Catalyzed) Automotive Clear. My choice there is either SprayMax2K, which is in an aerosol can, or if I'm using a paint gun, I'll use PPG DELTRON DC3000. Thanks! Bill :o)

[@WickdPerfekT]

@@BillWorden for firearms what do you recommend to seal with?

[@BillWorden]

@@WickdPerfekT ...Great Question. Please see reply to James Treeman above your question. Thanks! Bill 👍

[@WickdPerfekT]

@@BillWorden thank you for the swift reply. Did you get around to testing frog lube?

[@BillWorden]

@@WickdPerfekT I need to, but I just haven't done it, yet. I will before long...Bill

[@Nicomonnn]

Is the patina like a paint??? Like will it add any thickness to it, and will it scratch off like paint or does it stain the metal??

[@BillWorden]

My patinas have no pigments or dyes in them. They are a chemically reactive, water-based formula, designed to react with steel and stainless steel to produce color/s that can't be accomplished any other way. They're not paints. They will add ZERO film thickness to the metal. thanks! 😊 Bill

[@Nicomonnn]

Bill Worden thank you for the amazingly quick reply!!!

[@Nicomonnn]

Bill Worden will def be buying some of this stuff so test it out!!

[@Nicomonnn]

Bill Worden about how long is the shipping for this??

[@BillWorden]

Fraxii ...Ships the same day you order. Several shipping options available, too. 😎

[@r_dreamer5462]

Why not just case harden it?

[@BillWorden]

Too expensive & the color depth is no greater than using this method. Requires special equipment & skill. This process does not. Thanks. Bill

[@Northtide]

Bill, I have an old jar of Blue halo that is thickening up. Can I rejuvenate it with water? I am doing a small project. I will be buying a fresh jar when I get the three large projects ready to go.

[@BillWorden]

a few seconds in the microwave will usually restore the viscosity. it must be really old. let me know if you'd like me to send you a new jar. thanks, Bill :o)

[@seanhazelwood3311]

Coloring effects, not case hardening; there is a difference. Case hardening was used in place of bluing, cheaper and faster, for corrosion resistance. The colors were a by-product.

[@BillWorden]

@seanhazelwood3311 Original case hardening, first used in the mid 1800's was used to add a negligible surface ("case" def. = surface), strength to the steel alloys of that time period, which were often inadequate for typical chamber pressures. It was never used in place of bluing. Color Case Hardening, even by today's standards and practices, adds no benefit to modern firearms other than it looks cool. It will, just as it did in the 1800's, decrease the ductility of the receiver's surface. (Make the surface brittle). It also rubs off fairly easy as the 'color' does not go all the way through the billet. Solid effort, though.😎thanks for commenting.

[@seanhazelwood3311]

@@BillWorden Except barrels and chamber areas were never case hardened, only receiver slabs and other non-pressure sensitive parts like hammers and triggers. You're correct, it adds no real strength, which is why it wasn't used for anything other than basic corrosion resistance. Everything that had to be tempered was either blued or left in the white because those parts can't be brittle. This doesn't dispute the fact that the process you demonstrate is purely for looks, it doesn't even have the small benefit of case hardening; which was my main point.

[@BillWorden]

@@seanhazelwood3311 okay..

[@scotthaddad563]

I was looking for color case hardening not a finishing product. I’ll just look elsewhere then, thanks.

[@BillWorden]

@scott haddad...Thanks for your input. Just to be clear, a finish is a coating that 'sits on top' of the surface. My process is a chemical reaction with the metal, becoming a part of the metallurgy and adding no film thickness. 👌 Bill

[@scotthaddad563]

@@BillWorden thanks for replying so quickly. While I am impressed with the results achieved by using your products and would consider using them in the future, I was searching for instructions on how to harden the surface as well as achieving the wonderful colors. As a matter of fact I have an old percussion lock that was originally case hardened throughout but has lost the colors on the exterior while keeping the hardness and your product might be useful there.

[@BillWorden]

@@scotthaddad563 yes, it would. Through Hardening was not possible with the metals and alloys of the late 19th Century. "Case" is synonymous with 'Surface'. So, color case hardening is a surface treatment, not through-hardening. Even furnace/bone/charcoal/quenching only affects the surface and brings oxides to the surface. It can be marred or even rubbed off with rough use or mishandling. Bill

[@alphazuluz]

Well this looks like poop. It looks like you dug that magazine out of a fire. Thanks for giving handicapped musicians a chance, too. Bless that singer’s heart. He was trying so hard.

[@BillWorden]

Did you watch the video all the way to the end? To see the final result? Regardless, thanks for your input. Bill 🤔👍

[@bullfart9221]

Thank you