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My model#106 is vintage mid-1970's. What type of steel is in this ax? What is the Rc ? Thanks.
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"BUCK" belt ax,model#106
- Thread starter Neanderthal
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Hello,
The 106 was first introduced in 1965 and was made of 440C. It was changed to 425mod in about 1981. The Rockwell range is 58 to 60 on the C scale.
I hope this helps.
The 106 was first introduced in 1965 and was made of 440C. It was changed to 425mod in about 1981. The Rockwell range is 58 to 60 on the C scale.
I hope this helps.
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Joe : Thanks for the prompt reply !