Hardening the flintlock frizzen

Hardening a flintlock frizzen today. This is one of the many ways that it can be done but this is how I do it.

[@galewollenberg786]

That one is like mine and the raised letters in the firepot say "clay before using". If that is not done, the cast iron will burn out. I am a retired tool and die maker.

[@matthiashellmann6211]

well done, I am definetely impressed how you did that, greetings from Germany.....

[@mountainghost4523]

Thank you so much!! In the spring I’ll do one in a campfire. Greetings my friend!

[@jackblackpowderprepper4940]

Glad I saw this, sorry I missed it. The frizzin on my Pennsylvania is to soft, poor spark. Thanks Friend.

[@mountainghost4523]

I used Kasen-it but I believe it’s not available anymore. There is a new compound that is used but I can’t give a review on it because I haven’t used it. It’s called Cherry-Red case hardening. You’re most welcome buddy!

[@CaptRons18thcentury]

@@mountainghost4523 I have used Cherry Red on several frizzens with satisfactory results... probably not quite as good as Kasenit... but it was pulled from the market due to cyanide content...

[@35southkiwi16]

That forge is great! So much more subtle control than a torch I imagine. Good info. Thanks

[@mountainghost4523]

Thank you, exactly you control the heat 100% and you can go from warming a beverage to welding temperature in very short time. They’re handy for a multitude of projects! Thanks again

[@y-notforge8913]

..That sir is a nice forge. Have you case hardened them in a container with some carbon material in a fire place/stove?

[@mountainghost4523]

Thank you, it’s definitely a good forge. I haven’t really played around with different ways only to use a crucible with the kasenit in a campfire and also hot oil dipping which takes 2 heats and the second heat is dipped in room temperature water until the item is cool. They both work but the way I do it is quick and efficient for the time that I have. I’m always looking for cool ways to do things especially historically correct ones.

[@mountainghost4523]

The crucible method is time consuming and takes a lot of practice. My try was a failure so I go with the other 2 methods for now lol.

[@tinmanx2222]

Appreciate the video. Good info.

[@mountainghost4523]

Glad it was helpful! There are many ways to do it, I like simple and effective. Thank you!

[@louc3336]

Excellent

[@mountainghost4523]

Thank you I sure do appreciate it.

[@louc3336]

Very cool

[@mountainghost4523]

Thank you! Thank you for watching I’m happy that you enjoyed it.