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Title: Helle blade shine removal?
Post by: bwillhunt on July 14, 2008, 09:03:00 PM

I really like the Helle blades but I would like to do one with no shine on the blade.  I would like a mat finish or something similar.  Any Ideas?

Thanks Bill

Title: Re: Helle blade shine removal?
Post by: Wampus on July 14, 2008, 10:41:00 PM

You can sand blast with aluminum oxide to get a nice matte finish.  A granite monument/headstone company may be able to help you out.

Title: Re: Helle blade shine removal?
Post by: theunluckyhunter on July 14, 2008, 10:55:00 PM

would it not be easier to just hit it with some 1200 grit sandpaper?

Title: Re: Helle blade shine removal?
Post by: skullworks on July 15, 2008, 07:12:00 AM

If it is a Carbon blade just put it in some vinegar for about 30 minutes and it will patina to a dull gray color.

Title: Re: Helle blade shine removal?
Post by: Jeremy on July 15, 2008, 07:42:00 AM

600 or 800 grit sandpaper with a little oil (to stop it from clogging) will give you an even satin finish.  Go in one direction only, the full length of the blade.

Title: Re: Helle blade shine removal?
Post by: elk ninja on July 15, 2008, 10:43:00 AM

Or just get the viking blade.  Dull matt color with no markings already.

Title: Re: Helle blade shine removal?
Post by: bwillhunt on July 15, 2008, 08:01:00 PM

Thanks guys.  I really want to try to do the big blade I think it is the laplander.
Bill

Title: Re: Helle blade shine removal?
Post by: pumatrax on July 15, 2008, 10:19:00 PM

..might try a Scotchbrite pad...I've used them on silver jewelry that I make...

Title: Re: Helle blade shine removal?
Post by: Rusty in Fla. on July 19, 2008, 10:40:00 PM

I built a muzzleloader for shooting matches once. On the top flat of the barrel to cut the glare I took some fine sandpaper and went down the length of the barrel taping the  barrel with a plastic mallet while the sandpaper was between the barrel and the mallet. It gave a nice uniform look.