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06-03-2011, 01:50 AM #11Know thyself
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Is a crack up there actually problematic? I genuinely don't know, but I don't see why it would be.
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06-03-2011, 01:58 AM #12illegitimum non carborundum
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If there is an inherent weakness in the steel there, I don't think shortening the blade will help. As long as it is round, then it's doubtful that the crack will radiate. I would guess that it will be fine.
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06-03-2011, 02:09 AM #13Senior Member
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Well, I think I'll just get it honed and hope for the best. I've already lost one W&B due to cracking, I guess if it goes, it goes.
Thank you men. I sure appreciate the feedback.
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06-03-2011, 02:15 AM #14The Great & Powerful Oz
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Problem with fuzzy pics is it's hard to really diagnose but is the crack visible on both sides of the blade. I got the impression the red line represents the shape & location .
It's possible for a surface crack to not extend right thru the blade but that is in a very thin part of the blade which is why i would shorten the blade especially if there is movement there.The white gleam of swords, not the black ink of books, clears doubts and uncertainties and bleak outlooks.
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06-03-2011, 04:44 AM #15what Dad calls me
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Originally Posted by mjhammer
How much pressure are you going to use when you hone? I dont think your chip is going to be that much of a problem. Good luck!It is easier to fool people than to convince them they have been fooled. Twain
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06-10-2011, 02:19 AM #16Senior Member
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well, since nun2sharp actually has it in his hands at this time, I would say it isn't a problem with that tiny little chip.
Nun is honing this guy up for me this week!!!!! Thanks so much nun!
I'll follow up with a shave report when I get it back. (can't wait!!!!!!!
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06-10-2011, 02:42 AM #17The Great & Powerful Oz
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Ahhhhh , 'chip' ! Originally Posted by mjhammer
well, since nun2sharp actually has it in his hands at this time, I would say it isn't a problem with that tiny little chip.
Nun is honing this guy up for me this week!!!!! Thanks so much nun!
I'll follow up with a shave report when I get it back. (can't wait!!!!!!! )
Mike
Dunno why I was thinking hairline crack. Must need new glasses 
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