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I was wondering if anybody has had any experience with the X-15 T.N steel being used by Boker on some of their knives. Their story is as follows,
"X15 TN blade steel boasts an HRC of 58, the same cutting power as ATS-34 or 440-c, and it is completely rust resistant."
It goes on to say,
"This incredible steel is created by substituting a certain percentage of carbon with nitrogen. In addition to the regular alloy contents of stainless steels, like carbon and chromium, there is an additional .2% nitrogen. Optimum hardness is acheived by heating the metal up to 1900 degrees F then slowly cooling to -110 degrees. This new cryogenic process results in a finer carbide structure in the metal. The end result is a virtually rust proof stainless steel with superior edge retention."
Sounds great, but marketing material always does. Has anyone tried these blades in the real world?
"X15 TN blade steel boasts an HRC of 58, the same cutting power as ATS-34 or 440-c, and it is completely rust resistant."
It goes on to say,
"This incredible steel is created by substituting a certain percentage of carbon with nitrogen. In addition to the regular alloy contents of stainless steels, like carbon and chromium, there is an additional .2% nitrogen. Optimum hardness is acheived by heating the metal up to 1900 degrees F then slowly cooling to -110 degrees. This new cryogenic process results in a finer carbide structure in the metal. The end result is a virtually rust proof stainless steel with superior edge retention."
Sounds great, but marketing material always does. Has anyone tried these blades in the real world?