On Sat, 03 May 2008 21:23:08 -0400, "Michael A. Terrell"
wrote:
Use a magnet, and see for yourself. The copper plating smears
when cut with dykes, and makes the coated steel appear to be solid
copper.
Trivia:
Dike = Diagonal Cutters
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diagonal_pliers
Dyke = Lesbian
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dyke_(lesbian)
Dyke or Dike = Earthen wall or dam
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dike_%28construction%29
Methinks "dikes" would be the correct spelling.
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