A2 Steel ?

[Razor]

Good, bad,? Is it stainless or carbon? I just got my hands on one of the fine Bark River knives, and they say the steel is A2. I was wanting to fine something out, about the steel they use.

 

[JD Mandrell]

Carbon....Great...Enjoy!!!!

 

[vic2367]

great steel...use as a fire starter also,,

 

[rifon2]

It's one of the best. Enjoy.

 

[Ron Athay]

I have a bunch of BRKT A2 knives. A2 is a fine grained tool steel that is known for it's toughness, sharpness, and ease of sharpening. It holds a fine edge fairly well. It will rust if not cared for. (I speak from experience, I learn slow).
BRKT A2 steel knives (Bravo-1, Aurora, etc.) are close to un-breakable in normal (read woodslore abusive) use.

 

[J_Curd]

I love A2.

 

[AfterTFD]

It's a great steel but it's not stainless.

 

[AMRaider]

Tough, non-stainless, good wear resistance.

 

[kalama]

simply awsome

 

[mnyshrpknvs]

A2 is a tough high carbon steel. Bark River Knives are great. A2 is also used in the Chris Reeve One Piece Knives as well. Both companies are well respected for a hard use blade. Great choice.

 

[Razor]

Thanks everybody for the good info. can't wait to get out and try them!