Description

Excellent spring steel for swords and large blades. Great toughness.

Properties

Edge Retention
7.0/10
Corrosion Resistance
2.0/10
Toughness
8.5/10
Ease of Sharpening
8.0/10

Chemical Composition

C
0.60%
Carbon
Cr
0.80%
Chromium
Mn
0.85%
Manganese

✓ Pros

Outstanding toughness. Won't break. Great for swords. Affordable.

✗ Cons

Moderate edge retention. Rusts. Not for thin edges.

Grinding Notes

Grinds well. Chrome helps slightly with wear.

Polishing Notes

Polishes decently. Good for traditional sword finishes.