Sharp Steel

Sharp Steel is a type of steel that is layered and pounded constantly. The constant layering makes it form a pattern it is given the name "Sharp Steel" because of how sharp it can be after the metal is finished.

The making of Sharp Steel
Making Sharp Steel is no simple task. It takes patience as one smith says "You do not forge Sharp Steel, it forges you." The Steel can be layered and hammered multiple times repeatedly. High quality Sharp Steel can be layered as much as thirty-two times. While the Steel is being hammered and placed into a forge of coal it has sodium borate poured unto it to oxidize it. After vigorous layering and shaping your blade it is then again tempered and dipped into oil to cool off. After it is cooled off enough it can be grounded to make the pattern of the blade. It is then dipped into a bath of ferric chloride for five to six minutes. Then you may choose a handle of your choice. This can take up to days to make.

Uses
Sharp Steel can be used for many items. Mostly it is used for Swords and other weapons that have a blade on it. Sometimes it can be forged into a gun barrel. This steel is not easy to obtain due to the time it takes to make it and that anyone who is seeking to acquire it will need to give the blacksmiths time.