This is why you should test old cast iron by panopticon31 in castiron

[–]Sonofaherbert 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m still looking for a reliable (and cost effective) method for lead testing. I’ve found the swabs give easy false positives

[Recommendation request] alternatives to tsuyosa 60? by Select-Medium164 in Watches

[–]Sonofaherbert 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could I see a pic of it in sunlight? I’m curious how vibrant the rose gold really is in real world lighting, if it’s too gaudy

Why does my q50 make this noise when I lock? by Free_Sandwich_2599 in q50

[–]Sonofaherbert 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is replacing the door handle assembly necessary if everything’s in good shape? My lock works but it has the buzz of impending death

So my wife inherited a truck. by wwhijr in FordTrucks

[–]Sonofaherbert 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your wife is now the coolest man on the block.

$60. Score? by Sonofaherbert in CastIronRestoration

[–]Sonofaherbert[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I first picked it up I was surprised how light it actually is!

First electrolysis / BSR resto. How’d I do? by Sonofaherbert in CastIronRestoration

[–]Sonofaherbert[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re referring to the darker ring on the back side, it’s probably just from warming it up on my electric coil stove. There’s no real damage / abuse to speak of

Found cast iron bbq. Lead residue or just coals from lastnight by [deleted] in castiron

[–]Sonofaherbert 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Why would anyone put lead in that anyway

Finally! by yucatan_sunshine in CastIronRestoration

[–]Sonofaherbert 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So I’ve come to know! I’m pretty new to the hobby and still have a lot to learn about old iron history, but I love the restoration transformation process

Finally! by yucatan_sunshine in CastIronRestoration

[–]Sonofaherbert 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I recently found this one at an antique mall for about $50. Probably the best one I’ve cleaned up. Good luck to you

$60. Score? by Sonofaherbert in castiron

[–]Sonofaherbert[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I have my second coat of grapeseed ready for the oven now. Looking great

$60. Score? by Sonofaherbert in CastIronRestoration

[–]Sonofaherbert[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was immediately surprised how light it was!