Ever wonder why Damascus steel costs so much more? This is just a random pattern Damascus billet of 192 layers and a good chunk of it was lost to the forging process.
I think it really surprises people when they realize how much steel is required, and how much ends up as forge scale and cut offs. And you are correct, it looks fantastic!
Love the show of loss!
Helps with the steel calculations for how much I need to start with. for higher layers counts or complex patterns, it can easily reach 40-50%
That's why it's the best!
I think it really surprises people when they realize how much steel is required, and how much ends up as forge scale and cut offs. And you are correct, it looks fantastic!