Description
Modern Sandvik steel optimized for knife making. Nitrogen addition improves edge retention and corrosion resistance without sacrificing toughness.
Properties
Edge Retention
Corrosion Resistance
Toughness
Ease of Sharpening
Chemical Composition
C
0.62%
Carbon
Cr
14.00%
Chromium
Mn
0.60%
Manganese
N
0.11%
Nitrogen
✓ Pros
Outstanding balance of properties. Takes a very fine edge. Excellent for kitchen knives and outdoor use. Much improved over 13C26.
✗ Cons
Not as hard as high-end powder steels. More expensive than budget stainless options.
Grinding Notes
Grinds very well with ceramic or aluminum oxide belts. Cool grinding is important to maintain hardness. Can be ground to very thin edges without chipping.
Polishing Notes
Takes an excellent mirror polish. Responds well to buffing compounds. Stainless finish is beautiful and corrosion resistant.