Thread: Heat damage?

Can someone tell me if this looks like irreversible heat damage?

I'm not an expert but it certainly looks like it.

That's what I am afraid of. Kinda expect that answer.

Patina IMO.
Hone it up and you'll find out what is going on with that razor.

15 mins of sanding and no more discoloration.

I will clean it up and try to hone it. Maybe it isn't brittle. I like the design and look of this guy.

Originally Posted by pavespawn

15 mins of sanding and no more discoloration.

I will clean it up and try to hone it. Maybe it isn't brittle. I like the design and look of this guy.

I have seen blades like that, I think the patina forms when the blade is used with very hot water.

I have seen pretty colors in steel that form simply from time and the elements. While that does look like heat damage (which the colors can be sanded away) is there any signs that the blade has been buffed or ground? if there are no obvious clues, then you have as much chance its just patina as any other reasons.

Originally Posted by mainaman

I have seen blades like that, I think the patina forms when the blade is used with very hot water.

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Originally Posted by Magpie

I have seen pretty colors in steel that form simply from time and the elements. While that does look like heat damage (which the colors can be sanded away) is there any signs that the blade has been buffed or ground? if there are no obvious clues, then you have as much chance its just patina as any other reasons.

No obvious signs. The etching on the blade was sharp and deep and the opposite side was badly corroded but no grind evidence (minushone wear). Maybe it is still good. The blade is badly pitted but I like it!

While at the initial view it does appear to be heat damage, I trust Stefen's (Mainaman's) evaluation and his advice! He's not far from you, I would advise you to send it to him for honing. I've tasted his edges and they are excellent!