Stainless Steel Blade Types

threetango · 2015-02-23

By grade. good These entry-level, rust-resistant stainless steels are typically made in Asia and offer good value. Compared to higher grades, they tend to be softer and require more frequent sharpening to maintain the best performance, but do adequately hold an edge. Examples: 420, 440A, 7Cr13MoV better Better grade stainless steels contain higher chromium content, making them more expensive. With greater edge holding ability, these steels require less maintenance than entry-level grades of steel. Sharpening is also relatively easy and can be performed using appropriate techniques. A great combination of value and performance, knives made of these steels are perfect for everyday use. Examples: AUS6, AUS8, 440C, 8Cr13MoV best Typically made in the USA and Japan, the best stainless steels come with a cost premium, due to their high chromium content. Additional elements, such as vanadium, are often added to provide superior edge sharpness and retention, as well as enhanced rust resistance. These steels are ideal for more demanding uses. Examples: CPM 154, S30V, VG-10

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threetango

Discussion Starter · Feb 23, 2015

By grade.

good

These entry-level, rust-resistant stainless steels are typically made in Asia and offer good value. Compared to higher grades, they tend to be softer and require more frequent sharpening to maintain the best performance, but do adequately hold an edge.
Examples: 420, 440A, 7Cr13MoV
better

Better grade stainless steels contain higher chromium content, making them more expensive. With greater edge holding ability, these steels require less maintenance than entry-level grades of steel. Sharpening is also relatively easy and can be performed using appropriate techniques. A great combination of value and performance, knives made of these steels are perfect for everyday use.
Examples: AUS6, AUS8, 440C, 8Cr13MoV
best

Typically made in the USA and Japan, the best stainless steels come with a cost premium, due to their high chromium content. Additional elements, such as vanadium, are often added to provide superior edge sharpness and retention, as well as enhanced rust resistance. These steels are ideal for more demanding uses.
Examples: CPM 154, S30V, VG-10

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SHOOTER13

· #2 · Feb 23, 2015

Thanks for posting 3T...

Other good reference sources...

http://www.midwayusa.com/TechnicalNotes/application_pages/knife_steel_and_handle_material_chart.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_blade_materials

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