4130 good for throwing?

[Disco Stu]

Guys, anyone worked with 4130 before? I've been toying with the idea of making some throwing stars and I've found a supplier of 4130 pretty cheap. After heat treating it should be medium-hard I'm thinking, which is probably what I want for throwing, right? Any thoughts?

 

[Epsilon]

You should be okay. A 4140 or 4150 may be a bit better for your task. But for throwing, I think you'll do fine even with 4130.

 

[Disco Stu]

Thanks Epsilon. I'm still looking for a simpler alloy like something from the 10xx series in the right size but it's good to know 4130 will work if it has to.

 

[Epsilon]

1045 or 1050 would work great too. If they are austempered, you may have a virtually indestructible thrower on your hands.