This is the first attempt at forging stainless to 52100. So far it looks successful I will heat treat and see if it all stays together. Next time I will make the core slightly thicker.
Dan it is made with a 300 series stainless. Next time I want to use 420 then a guy can surface grind the billet. The 300 will not stick to a magnet.
Ah ok. Gotcha. I was wondering if hardenability of the cladding was desired. Or the aim was to have the cladding more flexible.