If you're a forging hobbyist, then you're always on the lookout for materials that you can work out. High carbon steel is ideal for any kind of blades or tools around the workshop. In this...
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Whether you're trying to pull off a cool party trick or wanting a really interesting photo, lighting up steel wool and letting the sparks fly is a lot of fun. But why does steel wool burn? Iron is...
Lately there's been a massive boom in the popularity of making knives out of all kinds of different objects. Lots of YouTubers and other forgers have started making knives out of wrenches. Do...
For beginner welders, you'll often get the feeling that you're learning more about grinding than you are about welding. With MIG and arc welding, you can always expect a certain amount of spatter...
Aluminum is the most common non-ferrous metal on the planet. It's extremely likely that you interact with aluminum on a daily basis. In fact, the use of aluminum has totally changed how the world...
Both aluminum and steel are very weldable metals. There are no problems whatsoever in welding steel to steel, and aluminum to aluminum. But what happens when you need to cross the boundaries and join...