Anyone have any experience using oil field sucker rods for tools? I've got access to several pieces that are about 3 feet long. It's 7/8 inch round bar. I've played with a piece on the grinder and it doesn't blue out like soft steel when it gets hot. I'm interested in making some deep scraper tools and am wondering if this stuff is worth the time and effort.
Any general tips on deciding what steel is good for homemade tools and which is not?