Hey guys,
I always wonder how this look is achieved. I’ve tried looking it up but I’m probably not using the proper vocabulary to find the answers I’m after.
I’m wondering how they keep the high portion of the blade (toward the spine) dark. Is it just left from grinding after forging and heat treat? Or is it like a San mai that has a more etch-reactive steel on the outer layer?
Just curious. Thanks in advance!
I always wonder how this look is achieved. I’ve tried looking it up but I’m probably not using the proper vocabulary to find the answers I’m after.
I’m wondering how they keep the high portion of the blade (toward the spine) dark. Is it just left from grinding after forging and heat treat? Or is it like a San mai that has a more etch-reactive steel on the outer layer?
Just curious. Thanks in advance!