Can the blades be spray-painted a matte black (using the paint for high-heat metal surfaces, of course)?
1017109
I don't know... but a thin layer of dust has proven to slow or stop the fan from working. We need to keep it very clean for efficient use. Also, the higher the temperature differential between the base and blades the better so painted black might reduce efficiency... just my thoughts tho...
1017110
i would not paint the blades that would make them unbalanced, might affect the output
1017111
I would not recommend painting the blades. These blades are balanced so they don't wobble and putting paint on them, could get them out of balance. I wouldn't do it if I were you.
5561
To the best of my knowledge, NO. I was mistaken (I answered before receiving the blade, basing my response on what was posted on Amazon). The tips are carbide and the blade cuts most materials very cleanly. However be very careful with melamine. The up side chips very badily even when taped. To mitigate this issue, put the finish side down and set the cut depth to 1/2 tooth. This will vituially eliminate the chipping.
1373749
Spray paint yes, also be sure not to screw down to tight because they will crack. Looks great.
1374443
If you spray a gloss black backing over the chrome then yes. The black backer is the key.
1523609
No but you can just spray paint it. These are nice knives for the money. I went out and bought a Emerson CQC 8 because I liked this knife so much.
651091
This product produces a flat or satin black finish so the shading should be alright. Not knowing the material of the stove though makes it difficult because this mostly works on cast iron. I haven't used it on slick painted surfaces like steel though, but I imagine it wouldn't really work in that case. But if you have cast iron, you're good to go!
1811714
yes,but remember, only over low heat such as your simmer setting. Higher heat settings discolor the metal and could potentially char the wood handle.
1715073
YES, I spray painted and its gorgeous. Spray paint is better for this type of metal.
1821560
I did not attempt to sharpen the black ones (those ones were mainly intended for cosplaying, not actual use) however, with most blackened metal the black will be removed when you sharpen the blade as it is typically a surface treatment to alter the metal's color. However, the plain steel ones that I use for practice sharpened quite well though take care when doing so as to not unbalance them. This will make using them far, far more difficult. I would suggest to have them sharpened by a professional if you are unfamiliar with the process. Better safe than sorry.
1412659
As far as I can tell there is no metal in the blades. It appears that way in the photos because of the way the light is shining on them. I took mine out and looked at them and the blades are entirely the black ceramic color. Hope this helps : )
2061873
If it is a forged black steel, then you can, but that kind of steel is rare, otherwise this will strip anodizing and coatings.
2162442
If the top you mean the back flat part, no, there's a section with no paint on it designed for that. If you mean they use the sharp edge it will eventually chip away at it. The sparks you see is the blade metal coming off in very small amounts. It's best to use the corner of the part designed for it.
1503763
I have black ceramic blades and it does a great job, which surprised me with a battery operated device. I don't see why it would not do white blades, I have used white blades but don't own them and the find the same to me. There is nothing in the manual that does not say not to do either blade.
1242242
I have not tried that, but perhaps. The outside is a matte finish and not coated. The inside is smooth and shiny.
1653575
I didn't notice a black coating on the cutting edge. If it has one the sharpening process should remove it.
1067088
I would certainly believe you could-the tomahawk itself and the rivets on the hard rubber type handle are all painted or black anodized, the sheathe is a nylon web material. The snaps on the sheath may eventually rust on the inside where there's no paint, however.
1172730
I really don't know if you could spray paint it. The material is very shiny, like tin foil. Spray paint may just run off. I think experimenting with regular tin foil would give you an answer.