When Crucible Industries introduced its CPM S30V steel, blade-smiths and knife-lovers alike fell in love with it; the quality wear resistance, toughness, and machinability offered by the steel was equal to none other. People were calling it, “the best knife steel available,” and indeed, it...
If you have collected knives for a long time, or even if you are new to knives, chances are you have wondered what the differences are between all the types of steel in knife blades. There are lots of different types of steel, and no doubt you have wondered what the best steel is. ...
Benchmade Contego in M390 steel (knifeworks exclusive run) at all times front left pocket. By far my favorite edc, been carried daily just over 2 years now. New to that pocket is a Fura S35vn… which is the steel as well as the name of the knife… it’s a $20 Chinese mini foldin...
There does not seem to be many other options mind you as I recall, the only other steel that kept popping up in discussions is the White steel. Sal regulary goes to Japan, talks with these knifemakers and concluded that HAP40 would be a good viable steel to offer. I'm not sure why...