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I am a 62 year old retired/disabled USAF veteran and I am learning how to make knives. Actually, my new neighbor is a farrier and blacksmith. He is retired Army but I can't hold that against him because he is willing and very patient to teach me. He has all the equipment and is graciously teaching me. My question is: What type of clay do you use to make a hamon and where can I buy it. Also, any recommendations on the best technique of using it. I am mostly making my knives out of old truck coil and leaf springs.
Thank you in advanced
Doug
I am a 62 year old retired/disabled USAF veteran and I am learning how to make knives. Actually, my new neighbor is a farrier and blacksmith. He is retired Army but I can't hold that against him because he is willing and very patient to teach me. He has all the equipment and is graciously teaching me. My question is: What type of clay do you use to make a hamon and where can I buy it. Also, any recommendations on the best technique of using it. I am mostly making my knives out of old truck coil and leaf springs.
Thank you in advanced
Doug