Well as I said the other day, my blower burned up and I haven't purchased a new one yet. My wife took pity on me and offered her hair dryer. so down to the forge with hair dryer and duct tape in hand. it worked!!!. three speed, had to put it on low, couldn't keep up with the wood on high. was able to heat treat and pop it in the oven for tempering. took all day, however was able to silver soldier the hilt on.