Is this a forged or cast piece?
1647396
It appears to be a machining which more likely started out as a forging but it could also just be a hog out as we called them in the aerospace industry. Bottom line, the strength is there for the purpose for which it is designed. If not, then MidwayUSA would have stopped selling it long ago due to lost sales. But to get to your question directly, I don't really know.
1647397
Don't know. Probably better to ask Wilson Combat. Seems durable enough to act as a slide stop. No complaints after 200 rounds.
1647398
I gonna say forged not 100% positive though..but great add on works flawlessly
1477860
Forged. We've had them about 18 months now and I couldn't be happier with my purchase. We do a lot if entertaining and the knives are used daily. They are as sharp as the day I bought them. Highly recommend!
1029930
This item is a replica. I cannot say if there was an actual model involved in the molding of the item.
1593996
The table is cast iron. But the trunion is cast alum. Its sturdy enough. The fence is alright. I have resawn boards as wide at 8 inches before with a 3/4 blade with no problems. I would prefer a taller fence but this one is okay. I also have made bandsaw boxes with 1/8 inch blades with no problems. Its a good saw for the money. I had one issue with it and Rikon customer service was great and friendly. They had me going in less than an hour.
855762
It feels and looks like wrought iron. Probably cast metal. It's heavy and looks black to me. Goes with a rustic look. Mine is screwed into wood so it doesn't wiggle.
2176746
Richard, I think I understand what "forged" would mean. The metal 'blade' runs the entire length of the knife with the handle attached to each side via bolt-like pieces. I have purchased a number of steak knife sets over the years trying to find ones that I like. These are easily a "10" in my book. I plan to order another set of 4 just to have some on hand in case of breakage.Lynn's husband Larry
1410001
It is cast metal for the most part, with a plastic shroud around the metal barrel. Seems to be fairly durable.
106791
Yes, I am almost certain it is. It is cast iron with a robust ceramic coating.
929982
Yes it is forged steel. When our set came, my husband was very happy with it until he picked up the case and it fell apart (no previous damage or rough treatment on our part. )Disappointing. American made is something we are all trying to support. Please manufacturers, make that a decision one that we we won't regret.
360738
I believe all the knives in this set are forged. They all look like the steak knives. As to where these were made, have no clue anymore, threw the packaging away when I decided to keep the knives. They are really good knives, no matter where they were made.
543161
It is not cast iron as it is very light, and it could be cast aluminum. It has the words "Pearl Life" on it which may be what it is made of. It cleans up great and I spray it with Pam before putting my batter in and they come right out.
817321
have no idea or even the difference between forged & stamped-however set is great quality-holds an edge extremely well-had for 6 months & haven't sharpened yet
503964
It's a cast piece that seems to be metal, not aluminum. It's very durable and a great tool to have.
877006
Hello Wendy. These are handmade pieces and they are all going to have variances in their tonal properties depending on how they were turned, how the metal was cast, how much of each type of metal is in the alloy, etc. I think that is what makes them so unique.
2176747
Richard, I think I understand what "forged" would mean. The metal 'blade' runs the entire length of the knife with the handle attached to each side via bolt-like pieces. I have purchased a number of steak knife sets over the years trying to find ones that I like. These are easily a "10" in my book. I plan to order another set of 4 just to have some on hand in case of breakage. Lynn's husband Larry
1411597
yes it is a craftsman and I bought a new one. thank you for your help anyway. Larry!
190365
Yes, unless there has been a recent change. I ordered this from Amazon and it is cast aluminum. Works beautifully.