Maker Questions
Answers on first-knife steel, sterling versus fine silver, and which metals hobbyists should never melt.
The questions makers ask before they buy their first bar, sheet or ingot.
- What steel should I use for my first knife? Keep it simple.
- Should I buy sterling or fine silver for jewelry? It depends on the piece.
- Which metals should hobbyists avoid melting? Some fumes are dangerous.
Full comparisons live on choosing metals.