[TheForge] flint strikers

[John Switzer]

I use new W1 and quench in brine with no temper.  I have a very good 
hot spark using a good sharp flint.  If I temper I get nothing and if 
I quench in plain water it seems to be hit and miss.  These are 
brittle hard, but I have rarely had a customer return one due to 
breakage and I do guarantee them just because there is that chance.



>I know we covered this before, but what was the consensus of opinion 
>, to temper or use as quenched?  From hay rake tines to files, seems 
>they would be too brittle and hard to shave sparks in "as quenched". 
>I expect it will be a "resultant" issue , as in, do two and see 
>which showers best.
>
>
>dan tull
>Georgia
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