I'm very familiar with the japanese way of forging, studied Aikido and ninjutsu for years and have actually forged a folded blade(pain in the butt!!) so I'm very aware of the strenghts and purities of a japanese blade. Love to get my hands on one!!
Very simplistic and complex, the japanese blade. and yet the chemical compostions we're able to make today!
What I'm wondering is how Jerry came up with the formula for INFI.
I mean, I've forged useing propane and I know that by using coal or coke you can actually ADD carbon to the metal.
Interesting.
Steel Fan, Good info for those interested or wanting to know about Japanese blades!!
Way to go!