How Buck Rates it Steel?

Bill, Good to see you come in on this topic as you've been w/ Buck a long time.I met you in July at the 20yr.event.I have read that the CATRA results are ASTM standards. Which does lend itself to interpreting edge retention.DM
 
I noticed 425M was not listed in the chart.But I think would be very close to 12C27M in stainless, sharpenability and edge retention as the elements are close.DM
 
i have used the 425 M at work as high voltage electrician ..
it preforms about the same as 440c
but i like the thicker edge that was on the older blades..
for me the 420HC was easier to get sharp and refresh the edge ,, for hard construction work i did break some tips ..

i would now carry a alpha or the newer tanto version to cut steel bands off conduit..
 
Bill Keys makes an excellent point -- "good economic value." You will pay significantly more for S30V than for 420HC.
 
Ed, Your right! Its hype driven.For 100% of my yearly cutting a blade of 425 or 440C will handle all my needs. If I have to work long enough to dull those, its time for me to sit down, wash up,eat supper and think of something more exciting to do.Like go to bed.DM
 
Ed, Your right! Its hype driven.For 100% of my yearly cutting a blade of 425 or 440C will handle all my needs. If I have to work long enough to dull those, its time for me to sit down, wash up,eat supper and think of something more exciting to do.Like go to bed.DM
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ROTFALMAO. Best Statement of the Week David +1:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:
 
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