[TheForge] Outdoor finish, rust protection

[Andy Vida]

Doug Ayen wrote:
> 
> Quoth Jared Albright (jared@llbrown.com):
> > ___________Im keen on doing some pieces that will be for outdoor use,
> > what the best way to protect them from rust?  Thanks for anyones help.
> >
> >
> 
> 1) forge from stainless or other non-rusting material. Hey, if you
> can sell the customer on it, he'll pay for the no-maintenance materials.

	Have you ever forged stainless?  It's a major pain in the ass.
	It is very tough and does not like to give under the hammer.