A2 Vs O1

Don & Nathan,

You're impressing me with W2's edge holding ability but, would it be at par with the toughness of 01 and A2?:confused: Remember, my blade size would be thin, small and would like them to have some ductility against tensile stress.Thanks
 
kelsil said:
Don & Nathan,

You're impressing me with W2's edge holding ability but, would it be at par with the toughness of 01 and A2?:confused: Remember, my blade size would be thin, small and would like them to have some ductility against tensile stress.Thanks
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In my opinion, W2 (with it's super fine grain) would make a tougher edge, especially a super, thin, fine edge. It would not be quite a abrasion resistant though, but it would be close. I feel it could be temper to a higher hardness, which would likely result in higher abrasion resistance.
 
Keep in mind that W2 requires a very fast quench. Something to be aware of if you go that route. The fine edge stability of pearlite ain't that great...
 
Don & Nathan,

You guys awaken my interest on W2 steel which all along I thought is only good for a damascus mixture.:o It seems like it's similar then with 1095 with regard to quenching methology. The size I'm looking for is 3/32"thick x 2" wide x 36" long. Do you think that I can find W2 in this size and in its soft form? Would appreciate any help.
 
kelsil said:
Don & Nathan,

You guys awaken my interest on W2 steel which all along I thought is only good for a damascus mixture.:o It seems like it's similar then with 1095 with regard to quenching methology. The size I'm looking for is 3/32"thick x 2" wide x 36" long. Do you think that I can find W2 in this size and in its soft form? Would appreciate any help.
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Thin W2 is not readily available, I use 2''+ round stock. Aldo Bruno has started carrying W2 and should have it.
 
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