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I've noticed that BM lists two different types of steel on Their mod.42.What are the pros and cons of the Swedish steel vs. 440c.thanks,tom.
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BM 42 steel question
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Take a look at the link below.., and it will give you some idea about lots of "steel stuff".
http://www.bladeforums.com/features/faqsteel.shtml
You will have to scroll down to the "Stainless" section.., but basically the differences are minimal. See ya...
"Hunters seek what they [WANT].., Seekers hunt what they [NEED]"
http://www.bladeforums.com/features/faqsteel.shtml
You will have to scroll down to the "Stainless" section.., but basically the differences are minimal. See ya...
"Hunters seek what they [WANT].., Seekers hunt what they [NEED]"
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ExamonLyf,Thanks for the info.tom.
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bottom line is a custom maker will not touch sandvic, while some still use 440C 
.. sandvic might be developed ESPECIALLY for knives (If I read right) but it's still nasty 
.. besides if Ken Onion says 440C is cool then it's cool.
the big factor between these two steels is the hardness and edge retention I think...
.. sandvic might be developed ESPECIALLY for knives (If I read right) but it's still nasty .. besides if Ken Onion says 440C is cool then it's cool.the big factor between these two steels is the hardness and edge retention I think...