#differentialtemper

A very special Little Bastard project underway. Multiple temper lines, multiple hamon. I've been working on techniques, with a focus towards a look of a Japanese ink wash depiction of flowing waters. I'm pretty happy with this work in progress. *** #mastermetalsmith #madeintheusa #hamon #differentialtemper #disabledveteran #designer #customknives #badassery https://www.instagram.com/p/BrVfr1_BZUk/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=hjn9wn9b26bv

"Flowing Waters." Just a test etch to give you an idea of the hamons hiding under the scratches. **** @borneinfire #differentialtemper #hamon #knifecommunity #mastermetalsmith #disabledveteran #customknife #veteranowned #madeintheusa (at Born In Fire, Knife and Tool Company) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpCoCnyhQ7Q/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=p2zd5dt6k3fc

I know my mojo is working when I look down and see this through 80 grit scratches, NO ETCH, no bullsh`t, just two beautiful temper lines bright as the sun! **** #borneinfire #intothefire #knifecommunity #mastermetalsmith #differentialtemper #hamon #knifeporn #veteranowned #disabledveteran #madeintheusa (at Born In Fire, Knife and Tool Company) https://www.instagram.com/p/BoJ0OtqBwGb/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=cg86vzznuk0g

Campfire knives, work in progress! I may have gotten carried away,,, just a little. Ha! AEB-L razor blade stainless steel, NOTE: differentially tempered by hand, one at a time. All the performance, none of the drawbacks. *** #borneinfire #intothefire #knifecommunity #differentialtemper #madeintheusa #campfireknife #disabledveteran #veteranowned (at Born In Fire, Knife and Tool Company) https://www.instagram.com/p/BoHC5XZhsHu/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=ujtg5j21sonw

My approach to knife design and creation draws from the knowledge and experience across several era. While I take advantage of the best materials and resources, nothing can replace the care and craft at this level. My personal goal in my designs is that the blades will service five generations, if properly maintained. ***** @borneinfire #grailknife #differentialtemper #bastardseries #mastermetalsmith #disabledveteran #madeintheusa https://www.instagram.com/p/Bm8ryz2An_j/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=h2pqb9xfzs60

Differential tempering by hand can produce multiple temper lines and hamon. Even with a single temper line, three zones should exists. In simple terms, from the knife edge to the temper line is hard and tough, the central line is a zone of spring temper while the spine is relatively soft. This combination gives you a blade that will perform and keep performing. *** @borneinfire #differentialtemper #mastermetalsmith #hamon #handmadeintheusa #disabledveteran (at Born In Fire, Knife and Tool Company) https://www.instagram.com/p/BmeGUd4A7o0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=demjhfymgx0t

Final glamour shot of this beautiful Irish Bastard with it's new lined sheath. The process of lining kydex is progressing rapidly. If the handles look funny it's all Tim Kipps' fault. The darn things are glowing bright enough that even in daylight they are throwing the digital camera off! LOL! <SOLD> **** @borneinfire #grailknife #irishbastard #differentialtemper #disabledveteran #madeintheusa (at Fort Smith, Arkansas)

Borne In Fire's Irish Bastard! Armorer's Black Cerakote and featuring Tim Kipps' custom glow panels! Killer looks in a super performance knife! ***** #borneinfire #grailknife #differentialtemper #handmadeintheusa #badass #veteranowned #proudveteran