Steel - 1084
C (Carbon) | Mn (Manganese) | P (Phosphorus) (Max) | S (Sulfur) (Max) |
---|---|---|---|
0.80-0.93% | 0.60-0.90% | 0.040% | 0.050% |
1084 is an excellent steel for the beginner to pattern welding as well as for the advanced ‘smith. It is easy to heat treat even in a simply equipped shop, and forges very well. Additionally, due to the high Manganese content, it will take on a very dark finish in etching.
1084 works well in pattern welding with:
Hey just curious as to whether or not you can weld 1084 and w1 together along with 15N20 in a three steel Damascus billet there’s a lot of info on 15N20 welding to both steels but nothing about w1 and 1084 together any where . I’m curious as to if they would heat treat ok together or tear and twist ? Thanks
Yes, that mix will work just fine.