[TheForge] Re: 1018

[Andy Vida]

John Husvar wrote:

> Looked up AR 500 via Google: I think I've found the problem. It's an
> abrasion-resistant, 11-14% manganese, work-hardening steel used for
> lining rock crushers, dump truck beds, etc, etc, stuff you'd want to
> last a while under abrasion.
> 
> Well, it works as advertised. :)
> 
> What this stuff'll do to a grinding wheel or belt shouldn't happen to
> Saddam. Not to mention what it'll do to a smith. Thank Bog for dust masks.
> 
> Are there any significant dangers in using this stuff for replica battle
> axes, halberds, spearheads, etc? I haven't been able to break any of
> these things, even by beating the heck out of 'em with an 8-pounder.
> Some buyers do use some of the smaller ones for throwing contests.
	
	Sounds to me you need to return those examples and tell him
	you aren't going to grind that material unless the pricing
	goes way up.

	Just a thought.