[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by ShadowDancer [/i]
[B]yeah but bending down even just to kiss them is such a pain in the neck:rolleyes: [/B][/QUOTE]
Amen. My much rumored current GF is just under 5'5, and I'm 6'0. It's really hard to do this stuff on-the-go! This might actually explain my recent neck ache ;)
ShadowDancerWhen I say, "Why aye, gadgie," in my heart I say, "Och aye, laddie."London, UK
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Sanfam [/i]
[B]Amen. My much rumored current GF is just under 5'5, and I'm 6'0. It's really hard to do this stuff on-the-go! This might actually explain my recent neck ache ;) [/B][/QUOTE]
hehe, there's this bird who likes me at the moment, and she must be under 5'4 and im 6'0 as well.
then theres the other bird who's 5'11.....we have a winner methinks people!:D
Speaking of swords, what are the best materials/alloys for making different kinds? I know there are some of you who have expertise in these things *pokes Messiah* :D
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by CurZ [/i]
[B]Speaking of swords, what are the best materials/alloys for making different kinds? I know there are some of you who have expertise in these things *pokes Messiah* :D [/B][/QUOTE] Actually I've heard swedish iron/carbon steel is the best in the world.
[quote]1. The Steel: The most important consideration you should make regarding the purchase of a Samurai sword is with the steel. It is after all the extraordinary steel that the Japanese smith made with the forging and folding process that “beat” the impurities out of the raw iron ore.
Over the past 100 years, metallurgy technology has progressed to the point that “pure” steel is available as a beginning material. Swedish Powdered Steel is one of these new steels. It is the purest form of steel with the least impurities.[/quote]
BTW: I had my friend take this picture, becuase I was to chicken shit to ask her if could take a picture of her:( I am Pathedic. hehe.. I am still in the virgins club and will be for awhile^^
I hope to have the pics up soon... I have to yell at my friend to send me the pictures she took
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by The Cabl3 Guy [/i]
[B]Actually I've heard swedish iron/carbon steel is the best in the world. [/B][/QUOTE]
Indeed. If I were to make a sword today, Id use a carbon steel. As the article states, the patternwelding technique used to create the patterns in Japanese swords was outdated in the 19th century when good quality steel became available. Patternwelding was actually invented in northern europe during the early viking age.
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Messiah [/i]
[B]Indeed. If I were to make a sword today, Id use a carbon steel. As the article states, the patternwelding technique used to create the patterns in Japanese swords was outdated in the 19th century when good quality steel became available. Patternwelding was actually invented in northern europe during the early viking age. [/B][/QUOTE]
As opposed to what? Swords were never made of anything but steels with carbon content. Low carbon, high chrome steel alloys like stainless are recent and have never been used in serious bladed weapons beyond short knives.
The Japanese folding technique isn't anything mystical, impressive and expertly honed though it may be. It started because Japan has some of the crappiest natural ore deposits in the world, and Japan needed a way to create some of the best weapons the world has ever seen.
I would again remind all you that there is no such thing as carbon steel; almost all steel alloys contain some degree of carbon, but the term, 'carbon steel,' is so devoid of information as to be nearly useless. Some are harder than others. Some more brittle, and some quicker to rust. It depends on what steel, specifically, you use.
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Arethusa [/i]
[B]I would again remind all you that there is no such thing as carbon steel; almost all steel alloys contain some degree of carbon, but the term, 'carbon steel,' is so devoid of information as to be nearly useless. Some are harder than others. Some more brittle, and some quicker to rust. It depends on what steel, specifically, you use. [/B][/QUOTE]
Well, I'm not about to give you the specific ASTM spec, grade and composition of the carbon steel I deal with for obvious reasons, but most carbon steel I've seen is relatively prone to rust in steam/water environments unless you take certain steps to avoid it...steps that aren't always possible, cost-effective, or a good idea with some components.
Of course, most metals are prone to galvanic corrosion when in contact with specific other metals in conducting mediums such as seawater...and then there are the issues with electrolytic corrosion.
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Arethusa [/i]
[B]I would again remind all you that there is no such thing as carbon steel; almost all steel alloys contain some degree of carbon, but the term, 'carbon steel,' is so devoid of information as to be nearly useless. Some are harder than others. Some more brittle, and some quicker to rust. It depends on what steel, specifically, you use. [/B][/QUOTE]
Carbon Steel is another way of saying High carbon steel.
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Arethusa [/i]
[B]The Japanese folding technique isn't anything mystical, impressive and expertly honed though it may be. It started because Japan has some of the crappiest natural ore deposits in the world, and Japan needed a way to create some of the best weapons the world has ever seen. [/B][/QUOTE]
Indeed. And the technique isnt Japanese at all, if you read my previous post. Its been put to use in most of the old world.
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by JohnD [/i]
[B]Well, I'm not about to give you the specific ASTM spec, grade and composition of the carbon steel I deal with for obvious reasons, but most carbon steel I've seen is relatively prone to rust in steam/water environments unless you take certain steps to avoid it...steps that aren't always possible, cost-effective, or a good idea with some components.[/B][/QUOTE]
Sure, you could make a sword out of stainless steel if you wish, but its both harder to make, and less of a 'real' sword IMO.
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[B]I like my women like I like my coffee...TALL, 2 sugars, milk, some gummy bears ! [/B][/QUOTE]
Don't you mean ground up and in the freezer?
[B]yeah but bending down even just to kiss them is such a pain in the neck:rolleyes: [/B][/QUOTE]
I usually just pick her up...
Easier that way.
[B]yeah but bending down even just to kiss them is such a pain in the neck:rolleyes: [/B][/QUOTE]
Amen. My much rumored current GF is just under 5'5, and I'm 6'0. It's really hard to do this stuff on-the-go! This might actually explain my recent neck ache ;)
Don't hit anything with that sword. It'll shatter, and you'll be damn sorry.
Don't fuck any girls with that penis. It'll shatter, and you'll be damn sorry.
[B]Amen. My much rumored current GF is just under 5'5, and I'm 6'0. It's really hard to do this stuff on-the-go! This might actually explain my recent neck ache ;) [/B][/QUOTE]
hehe, there's this bird who likes me at the moment, and she must be under 5'4 and im 6'0 as well.
then theres the other bird who's 5'11.....we have a winner methinks people!:D
[B]"I like my women like I like my beer--stout and bitter!" [/B][/QUOTE]
Been playing too much WoW Exile?
Ouch.
Anyway... You're all worried about a few inches ? hell! There's a few feet difference with me and mine.. :P
[B]hehe, there's this bird who likes me at the moment, and she must be under 5'4 and im 6'0 as well.
then theres the other bird who's 5'11.....we have a winner methinks people!:D [/B][/QUOTE] kmaybe you should try a midget?
[B]nah, that was my first gf. im working my way up now:D [/B][/QUOTE]
:eek:
A midget eh?
Reminds me of a vid I once saw..
A japanese midget throwing eggs at a bound japanese girl in schoolgirl outfit..
She was a looker, tho rotten her teeth might have been, she got mighty hooters.
[B]You watch strange flicks. [/B][/QUOTE]
Elementary, my dear Herring.
Now, pumpkins ahoy!
[B]Speaking of swords, what are the best materials/alloys for making different kinds? I know there are some of you who have expertise in these things *pokes Messiah* :D [/B][/QUOTE] Actually I've heard swedish iron/carbon steel is the best in the world.
Over the past 100 years, metallurgy technology has progressed to the point that “pure” steel is available as a beginning material. Swedish Powdered Steel is one of these new steels. It is the purest form of steel with the least impurities.[/quote]
[B]I like my women like I like my coffee...TALL, 2 sugars, milk, some gummy bears ! [/B][/QUOTE]
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How I like my women^_^
BTW: I had my friend take this picture, becuase I was to chicken shit to ask her if could take a picture of her:( I am Pathedic. hehe.. I am still in the virgins club and will be for awhile^^
I hope to have the pics up soon... I have to yell at my friend to send me the pictures she took
[B]Actually I've heard swedish iron/carbon steel is the best in the world. [/B][/QUOTE]
Indeed. If I were to make a sword today, Id use a carbon steel. As the article states, the patternwelding technique used to create the patterns in Japanese swords was outdated in the 19th century when good quality steel became available. Patternwelding was actually invented in northern europe during the early viking age.
[B]Indeed. If I were to make a sword today, Id use a carbon steel. As the article states, the patternwelding technique used to create the patterns in Japanese swords was outdated in the 19th century when good quality steel became available. Patternwelding was actually invented in northern europe during the early viking age. [/B][/QUOTE]
As opposed to what? Swords were never made of anything but steels with carbon content. Low carbon, high chrome steel alloys like stainless are recent and have never been used in serious bladed weapons beyond short knives.
The Japanese folding technique isn't anything mystical, impressive and expertly honed though it may be. It started because Japan has some of the crappiest natural ore deposits in the world, and Japan needed a way to create some of the best weapons the world has ever seen.
[B]Indeed. If I were to make a sword today, Id use a carbon steel.[/B][/QUOTE]
Carbon steel rusts rather easily, so you have to be very careful about taking care of it. And I mean _VERY_ easily.
[B]I would again remind all you that there is no such thing as carbon steel; almost all steel alloys contain some degree of carbon, but the term, 'carbon steel,' is so devoid of information as to be nearly useless. Some are harder than others. Some more brittle, and some quicker to rust. It depends on what steel, specifically, you use. [/B][/QUOTE]
Well, I'm not about to give you the specific ASTM spec, grade and composition of the carbon steel I deal with for obvious reasons, but most carbon steel I've seen is relatively prone to rust in steam/water environments unless you take certain steps to avoid it...steps that aren't always possible, cost-effective, or a good idea with some components.
Of course, most metals are prone to galvanic corrosion when in contact with specific other metals in conducting mediums such as seawater...and then there are the issues with electrolytic corrosion.
[B]I would again remind all you that there is no such thing as carbon steel; almost all steel alloys contain some degree of carbon, but the term, 'carbon steel,' is so devoid of information as to be nearly useless. Some are harder than others. Some more brittle, and some quicker to rust. It depends on what steel, specifically, you use. [/B][/QUOTE]
Carbon Steel is another way of saying High carbon steel.
[B]The Japanese folding technique isn't anything mystical, impressive and expertly honed though it may be. It started because Japan has some of the crappiest natural ore deposits in the world, and Japan needed a way to create some of the best weapons the world has ever seen. [/B][/QUOTE]
Indeed. And the technique isnt Japanese at all, if you read my previous post. Its been put to use in most of the old world.
[B]Well, I'm not about to give you the specific ASTM spec, grade and composition of the carbon steel I deal with for obvious reasons, but most carbon steel I've seen is relatively prone to rust in steam/water environments unless you take certain steps to avoid it...steps that aren't always possible, cost-effective, or a good idea with some components.[/B][/QUOTE]
Sure, you could make a sword out of stainless steel if you wish, but its both harder to make, and less of a 'real' sword IMO.