Case Tru-Sharp Surgical Steel

[tmurphree]

I tried to search the archives, but I keep getting "not allowed" errors. So I hope this is the right place to post this question.

I'm getting a Case Copperlock with a "Tru-Sharp Surgical Steel" blade. Is this stuff any good? What normal steel type is it closest to?

Thanks.

 

[Danbo]

Pretty sure it is 420 stainless, which is barely adequate for blade material. :barf: This steel is used only because it is cheap and easy to stamp out and grind.

Get the Chrome Vanadium blades if you are buying a Case knife to use. Those blades will take and hold a wicked edge. Get the stainless only if you are collecting and not using.