Helle blade shine removal?

[bwillhunt]

I really like the Helle blades but I would like to do one with no shine on the blade.  I would like a mat finish or something similar.  Any Ideas?

Thanks Bill

[Wampus]

You can sand blast with aluminum oxide to get a nice matte finish.  A granite monument/headstone company may be able to help you out.

[theunluckyhunter]

would it not be easier to just hit it with some 1200 grit sandpaper?

[skullworks]

If it is a Carbon blade just put it in some vinegar for about 30 minutes and it will patina to a dull gray color.

[Jeremy]

600 or 800 grit sandpaper with a little oil (to stop it from clogging) will give you an even satin finish.  Go in one direction only, the full length of the blade.

[elk ninja]

Or just get the viking blade.  Dull matt color with no markings already.

[bwillhunt]

Thanks guys.  I really want to try to do the big blade I think it is the laplander.
Bill

[pumatrax]

..might try a Scotchbrite pad...I've used them on silver jewelry that I make...

[Rusty in Fla.]

I built a muzzleloader for shooting matches once. On the top flat of the barrel to cut the glare I took some fine sandpaper and went down the length of the barrel taping the  barrel with a plastic mallet while the sandpaper was between the barrel and the mallet. It gave a nice uniform look.