I've been thinking. Looking closely at some of the actual maille photos I have, I propose the following as a possibility to create this warershed effect: ...
The question is, however, in my opinion, was the watershed effect done purposely? Does it make for a better ring? Or is it a biproduct of a riveting process...
William, My two links worth on the watershed effect is yes and yes. I found that when riveting my own rings, that the watershed cavity in my die helped me to ...
I think the answer is yes . I believe it was done on purpose - as stated in one of the replies, I think it helps to hold the rivet and overlap together more...
Got to agree with you Wayne, The first Indian stuff was pretty bad. I think the abrupt transition from round wire to flattened overlap combined with rough cut...
Hi, everybody. Perhaps someone remember the test what Sir Esme and I made the last summer. Well, one ring hardened resist more the others so I tried to harden...
try baking it in your oven at 350 - 400 degrees farenheit for thirty minutes. This will give you a good temper on your metal. A higher temperature will make it...
Hi all, Just to say that my fellows and i, we wish you a Merry Christmas: http://www.fiefetchevalerie.com/fief/images/Noël%202.jpg Best regards Philippe...
Hello all, I have been making maille for several years now and have decided to move up from butted to rivetted. I have done research and have learned the...
Charcoal briquettes probably won't get hot enough to achieve what you are trying to do. However, you should be able to find a good hardwood charcoal at any...
What I do is quite simple, and works great. I assume you are using mild steel. When you have the rings cut with the overlap, string them accross some wire, ...
I have heard about this method and most say to avoid it. I have had several people say that the rings wont heat evenly and it supposedly causes problems with...
Well, suprisingly the regular briquettes annealed them enough to flatten. Granted, it didnt work well. The rings flatten but not well. Worth a try, anyhow. ...
Hi Ranulf, Welcome to the group. If you are having problems using charcoal to normalize your rings, you might want to try using a propane torch, which will...
I am currently using 14 guage galvy simply because it is what I have on hand. Yes, I am aware of the fume issue and am taking precautions. I am looking for a...
Is 14 gauge like 2 mm thick? If it is so, I think will be better 18 gauge or 16 gauge. I make the hole with a lot of difficult in 14 gauge ring and it is...
Hi Ranulf. PLEASE do not anneal galvanized steel. The fumes are just too toxic, even outside. Below is a link to a steel supplier I get my wire from. I was ...
An alternative to soft steel wire is iron. I couldn't get good results even with annealed soft steel and finally located a supplier in the UK that had iron...
Dont worry, I am doing it at 4:00 am and throwing them in the coals outside and then going in. As to the 14 guage, I know it is too big, it is just what I...
One very important word: Vinegar Buy a big container of vinegar and put it in a bucket out in your garage or shed. Throw your rings in there for a day or two....
Hey Bruce I want to switch to Iron wire. Not only is it softer as you have stated, but it is also more rust resistant. This has been proven in marine use....
I appreciate everyones concern for my well being, but I am only practicing right now. I annealed about 30 or so galvy rings to practice on. Not planning on...
My group and i, want with this card to wish you the best for this new year. We all hope that 2007 will be historically calm but interesting for all of us! ;o)...
Hello everyone, I've been lurking on this board for quite a while slowly absorbing information to use later when my life slows down a tad. I've been making...
I used a masonry nail and a knife style belt sander to make my punch bit. I also use 18 and 16 gage steel sheet that I cut in my throatless shears to make a...
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