Description

Entry level stainless. Good corrosion resistance. Soft.

Properties

Edge Retention
5.0/10
Corrosion Resistance
7.5/10
Toughness
6.0/10
Ease of Sharpening
7.0/10

Chemical Composition

C
0.70%
Carbon
Cr
17.00%
Chromium
Mo
0.75%
Molybdenum

✓ Pros

Good corrosion resistance. Easy to work.

✗ Cons

Poor edge retention. Soft.

Grinding Notes

Easy to grind.

Polishing Notes

Polishes well.