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80CrV2 is by no means a recent steel — even though many seem to think that 80CrV2 is a new steel, it has actually been in the market by a completely different name. 80CrV2 was known as a ‘Swedish saw steel’ since it has incredible toughness. As a high-carbon, low-alloy steel, 80CrV2 is different from…
AEB-L is an old stainless steel that old-timer knife enthusiasts have heard of for years. It’s one of the go-to options for a budget knife that’s corrosion-resistant, wear-resistant with decent hardness and toughness. It’s always a risk to opt for new knife steel since you may not know about its performance in the long run,…
CTS 204p is one of the best steels in the market for premium high-end knives. It’s earned itself the reputation as a premium knife steel thanks to its incredible wear resistance. CTS 204p steel also has exceptional corrosion resistance as well as a number of other properties. In this article, we’re going to dive deep…
A2 is in the hall of fame for high-carbon steels. This might be because A2 is arguably one of the first tool steels to come into existence. A2 dates back to the 1960s and has been used over the years for multiple applications. Even with the rise in multiple budget imported steels, A2 proudly stands…
It’s impossible to talk about great high-carbon steels without mentioning W2 steels at least once. Not only is W2 Steel exceptionally hard and durable, it’s also the perfect steel to make custom knives. This unintimidating high-carbon steel is almost fail-proof (almost!) and is very forgiving for knife steel nerds looking to make their own perfect…
Damascus knife fan? Ever wondered what the other steel is, the one forged together with Damascus steel? Chances are, it’s 15n20. 15n20 is a great steel for Damascus knives and for regular knives. As a very affordable steel, this one has high amounts of Nickel and moderate amounts of carbon. As far as steel performance…
Every knife enthusiast strives to have the perfect knife – a knife that never rusts or stains and is reliable in every situation. While the “ultimate” knife does not exist, knives made from H1 steel are handy enough for most enthusiasts that carry a knife every day. H1 steel is Japanese-origin precipitation-hardened steel that offers…
Throughout the past few decades, knife makers have used dozens of steel grades and even non-steel materials like granite in manufacturing multipurpose and kitchen knives. However, no material out there has it all; the user still has to compromise on something. To solve this problem, you have to think about which properties matter more to…
5160 is something of famous steel — many people who don’t know much of knives would have heard of 5160. That’s because 5160 is actually not a “knife steel†per se, it’s most commonly used in the construction of swords, daggers, and bigger tools. The reason for this is that 5160’s best capability is being…
If you’re in the market for a great beginner knife, you’ve almost certainly come across 1084 Steel. Often hailed as the perfect beginner-steel, 1084 offers lots of impressive capabilities at a reasonable budget price. But 1084 isn’t the only great beginner steel in the market, there are plenty others offering competitive features. In this article…