What do I need to know about heat coloring my bolsters?

Heat coloring can be done to the bolster on the kits if you wish. The best way to do it is to use a propane torch to achieve the color that you want. Satin finished or mirror polished bolsters work best for this operation. Just lay the bolsters on something heat proof (a piece of steel or the like) and wave the flame over them back and forth. The color will come fast, so try not to overheat them. If you do heat them past the color range you want, just buff or satin them again and start over.

Note:The blades cannot be heat colored. This will remove the temper from them. Blades can be gun blued (for stainless steel only) or coated with boron carbide.