05-31-2007, 07:39 PM
Quote:Primvs Pavlvs:1fwd15k1 Wrote:Steve you can get a contrast in the metals by applying acid.
Would the contrast go far enough down so that when the top layer was corroded away, you'd still see the contrast :?:
Sorry I wasnt clear. I am speaking about a reconstruction. If it was welded from two different steels acid will bring out the contrast in them. Most "damascus" makers I know use watered down muratic acid, or even lemon juice to bring out the contrast.
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