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Post by nerotolscaeva on Dec 22, 2019 17:36:01 GMT
Hi,
Just ordered a Windlass Munich and I'd really like to blue the fittings. I have no experience in such a procedure, but a few google searches tell me it should be possible using my oven (it goes to 527 F). Anyone has experience with oven blueing/ working on these fittings? Any information on the process is appreciated.
Bonus question, does the process significantly change the properties of the metal? I wouldn't want the fittings to become brittle or anything.
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Post by nerotolscaeva on Dec 23, 2019 7:56:54 GMT
Thanks, I don't have a blow torch but I'll check if it's a doable process using an oven
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Post by mrbadexample on Dec 23, 2019 15:20:37 GMT
I’ve done similar stuff in the oven. It’s possible. Just makes my wife grumpy. 😉
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Post by nerotolscaeva on Dec 24, 2019 12:16:14 GMT
I’ve done similar stuff in the oven. It’s possible. Just makes my wife grumpy. 😉 Hahaha I guess I could manage an angry gf, thanks for the confirmation it's possible. If it doesn't bother you, could you share your experience? The steps you followed?
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Post by mrbadexample on Dec 27, 2019 14:43:05 GMT
Oh, I would if I could. It’s been some time, and memory is failing me. After I posted that, I made a note to revisit the process. I’ll dig up the thread once I figure it out again. 😉
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seth
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Post by seth on Dec 27, 2019 20:38:25 GMT
I have cold blued swords before. As long as the fittings are mild steel cold bluing works. I use Birchwood Casey brand.
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Post by nerotolscaeva on Jan 2, 2020 11:38:01 GMT
Oh, I would if I could. It’s been some time, and memory is failing me. After I posted that, I made a note to revisit the process. I’ll dig up the thread once I figure it out again. 😉 Great, I hope you'll be able to find your notes! seth : I heard cold bluing is a weaker finish, so I'd prefer to hot blue just in case
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