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PostPosted: Fri 23 Jun, 2006 7:49 am    Post subject: Re: Axe         Reply with quote

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Hello Jean

Yes we could quench the edge. I am not sure how hard we could get the piece I would have to try ait and see. Probably into the period range of hardness for some of these pieces but I doubt getting close to the 50's range.

One could weld on a cutting edge to get that if it was needed but I do not think even modern axes are hardened to that point.

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Craig;

Well a fighting axe might be better with a harder edge if it's intended to be used for fighting 99 % of the time and might see only light use as a tool. Not extreme hardness needed but 55 R.C. or something should take a great edge and not be too brittle.

For the my axe getting period hardness of a low 40 R.C. should be good enough for a working edge that might be touched up before or after every use. I assume that this means that it is has just barely enough carbon to harden a bit.

Now offering axe with a welded on cutting edge might be an interesting option at a much HIGHER PRICE. These are inexpensive enough that having to resharpen often is not a problem and I guess the toughness must be pretty good.

Oh, don't be shy charging more for the extra work. Cool Big Grin

A wellded on edge would be even better if it doesn't drive the price way up there and would be easy to do ? No problem if it's not a cost effective option. Might be a good idea if I was ordering the Danish Axe though. ( Eventually, maybe. Wink )

Let me know what you decide to try. Thanks a lot. Big Grin

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PostPosted: Sat 24 Jun, 2006 1:08 am    Post subject:         Reply with quote

I wonder, what are the design changes that the ax will undergo from the "MK 1" form which is on special, to the "MK 2" form which will follow?

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PostPosted: Sat 24 Jun, 2006 9:37 am    Post subject: adjustments         Reply with quote

Brian M wrote:
I wonder, what are the design changes that the ax will undergo from the "MK 1" form which is on special, to the "MK 2" form which will follow?

Brian M


Hi Brian

The adjustments on the axe are pretty minor. Slight alignment issue and some shaping to the plans of the exterior edges as well as a slight weight reduction. Mainly things that some would probably not notice but bugged me Big Grin

The biggest difference by far will be the shaft. The hope is to have a custom shaft made that is longer with a bit of a swell at the base. This is something seen in period pieces and we thought would really jazz up this piece. The handles are being made by a shop that specializes in that type of thing but at this point we have not gotten the items as yet. I am not sure how long it will be. I wanted to get the head sorted out before I committed to the shaft.

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PostPosted: Mon 03 Jul, 2006 7:14 pm    Post subject:         Reply with quote

Its July...I wonder what we get for this month's highlight item? Big Grin
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PostPosted: Mon 03 Jul, 2006 7:50 pm    Post subject:         Reply with quote

Maybe it might be an idea to start new threads for each A&A item of the month. That way, people will be able to check out whatever the newest month's deal is without having to sift through various posts in a thread.
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PostPosted: Mon 03 Jul, 2006 8:11 pm    Post subject:         Reply with quote

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Maybe it might be an idea to start new threads for each A&A item of the month. That way, people will be able to check out whatever the newest month's deal is without having to sift through various posts in a thread.
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They announce it on their own Web site. No need to browse the forum.

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Craig Peters wrote:
Maybe it might be an idea to start new threads for each A&A item of the month. That way, people will be able to check out whatever the newest month's deal is without having to sift through various posts in a thread.
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They announce it on their own Web site. No need to browse the forum.


That's true Nathan, but I wouldn't be surprised if some people only find the item of the month via myArmoury.
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PostPosted: Tue 04 Jul, 2006 3:18 am    Post subject:         Reply with quote

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Nathan Robinson wrote:
Craig Peters wrote:
Maybe it might be an idea to start new threads for each A&A item of the month. That way, people will be able to check out whatever the newest month's deal is without having to sift through various posts in a thread.

They announce it on their own Web site. No need to browse the forum.

That's true Nathan, but I wouldn't be surprised if some people only find the item of the month via myArmoury.

That would be unfortunate for A&A. In my mind, one of their objectives for a monthly highlight item should be to generate more traffic on their own website. I know that their "scheme" ( Laughing Out Loud ) works on me!

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I don't care about the strategy behind it right now. Tactically its brilliant but I just want to know what the new monthly item will be!!!!
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PostPosted: Tue 04 Jul, 2006 9:35 am    Post subject:         Reply with quote

I'm sure A&A will announce it when they have a chance and/or see fit. I know they know what it is. Patience, folks.
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PostPosted: Tue 04 Jul, 2006 10:55 am    Post subject:         Reply with quote

Chad Arnow wrote:
I'm sure A&A will announce it when they have a chance and/or see fit. I know they know what it is. Patience, folks.


We're not showing impatience, just generating hype.

Completely different animal! Wink

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PostPosted: Sun 09 Jul, 2006 3:38 am    Post subject:         Reply with quote

Hmmm. That piece deserves some serious consideration.
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