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Yes, I'm expecting to struggle.
Although I have got a bit more used to cutting titanium in recent years and I have in the past hacksawed through 15mm round bar ... but only with a sharp, new blade and, critically, a liberal dose of red cutting oil, which makes all the difference.
But I think my main problem will be holding it firmly enough to be able to get good cutting pressure.
I'm thinking maybe my giant toolmakers' clamp might be the key, if I'm hacksawing.
I do have some ultra-thin dremmel cutting discs that I will probably try but high speed grinding doesn't seem to suit titanium, in my experience .. and the heat might discolour the metal too.
I suppose if all else fails I could look into getting it cut by laser/plasma/water-jet or somesuch new-fangled witchcraft.
But in the short term I do quite fancy my chances at going all-in with a nice, sharp, fine-toothed hacksaw blade, some red juice and a firm, positive attitude.
Famous last words.
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