"Rose" Damascus VG10 Stainless Steel Clad Billet Bar 100mm x 30mm x 2.5mm - HRC 57-59 EDC Custom Knife Making Supplies Pattern Welded Hardened Blank Blade Forged Heat Treated

About the Billet Bar This versatile knifemaking billet bar features a core of premium VG10 steel for exceptional durability, sharpness, and corrosion resistance, clad in a protective and aesthetically pleasing layer of stainless steel. The high-quality Damascus steel is further enhanced through heat treatment for increased strength and longevity. Etching Instructions While shaping and sanding the billet, the Damascus pattern temporarily hides. To bring it back, polish it to a 400-600 grit shine (avoiding buffing that clogs the pores). A quick clean with Windex ensures a good etch. Then, in a well-ventilated space, dip it into a 50/50 mixture of ferric chloride and warm distilled water bath, carefully monitoring the etches progress to achieve your desired pattern. Neutralize the acid with baking soda solution, rinse with soapy water, and dry thoroughly. For a deeper etch, repeat this process, ensuring thorough cleaning and neutralization between rounds.

• Unique Design: Damascus steel, famed for its mesmerizing, water-like patterns, marries the beauty of layered forging with the exceptional strength and enduring sharpness that make it a prized possession for both practical use and aesthetic appreciation.
• High-Quality Steel: The core of the billet features VG10 steel, a high-carbon stainless steel known for its outstanding edge retention and toughness. This core is clad on both sides with layers of stunning Damascus steel, crafted from a combination of high-chromium stainless steel and nickel for enhanced strength, flexibility, and corrosion resistance.
• Rust-Resistant: The VG10 core and Stainless Steel clad are both highly resistant to rust and corrosion, ensuring a blade that stays sharp, pristine, and ready for action for years to come, demanding minimal maintenance even in challenging environments.
• Enhanced strength and durability: The layering process used in Damascus billets combines different steel types with varying properties, resulting in a blade with increased strength, toughness, and wear resistance. This makes Damascus blades ideal for demanding tasks and extended use.
• Dimensions: 100mm L x 30mm W x 2.5mm Thick