Tony Mont
Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider
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Good evening!
I've been searching the webs to find some 416ss for guards but I can't find any flat bar stock. I recently found 420HC on the desired dimensions, my question is, how hard is to slot/file this steel?
I once worked with 304ss and drilling and filing on it was a nightmare.
Since there are a billion different 420 steels, here is the chemical composition of this one:
My equipment for slotting guards is a drill press and files.
Is there a better alternative for stainless guards? Keep in mind, the supplier has to be in Europe to avoid customs. I'm looking for 10mm-0.396" thick stock.
Thank you guys!
I've been searching the webs to find some 416ss for guards but I can't find any flat bar stock. I recently found 420HC on the desired dimensions, my question is, how hard is to slot/file this steel?
I once worked with 304ss and drilling and filing on it was a nightmare.
Since there are a billion different 420 steels, here is the chemical composition of this one:
Carbon | 0.46 % |
Chromium | 14 % |
Manganese | 0.35 % |
Silicium | 0.3 % |
Is there a better alternative for stainless guards? Keep in mind, the supplier has to be in Europe to avoid customs. I'm looking for 10mm-0.396" thick stock.
Thank you guys!