What I Learned From 3 Years of Knife Making

Today I revisit and revamp the first knife I ever made by making another one in the same style! I did this as a fun project for my forging anniversary, and I can’t say I’m disappointed! This really shows how beginner blacksmiths can become much bette rover the years if you just put time and effort into it. Keep forging everyone!
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Can’t wait to see part 2 in another few years💪

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What's the hardening, tempering, heat treat process for rebar?

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For hardening/heat treating, I try to take it up to about 1600-1700 degrees Fahrenheit or about 870-920 degrees Celcius (about bright orange in color) and I’ve found that quenching in water works fine. For tempering I’ll do two 1 hr cycles at 450 degrees Fahrenheit and it’s worked well for me. Overall it’s a pretty forgiving steel and great to get started with!