Looking for a good comparison of various Blade Steels

MAJ RICHARD PARADIES

MAJ RICHARD PARADIES

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I've searched the archives and could not find a good blade steel comparison guide.(i.e. which steel will hold the best edge, which is least susceptible to
corrosion...etc.
I don't want to re-invent the wheel but I'm sure it's out there.
Thanks all for any help.!
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Thats a good link, though maybe what he wants is a quick chart and some talk pros and cons.
There is some info on the Buck web site that is simple and good info and there is a good thread running there on comparisons.
 
http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=368828

There is no way to compare steels in the broad general way of saying this one is best. One will work better for a chopper, one will be better for a slicer. Best to ask for a comparison of steeld for a specific job. That way people know in what way to compare them. Plus you can argue about what super steel is on top all day and some people would rather have good old carbon. I think a chart that pointed out the strength of each steel would be impossible. There are to many steels and to many characterictsis of steel that can help or hinder knife making. You would have people arguimng non stop about minor differences in the steels. If there are 3 or 4 steels you are interested in then it would be easier to compare a few specific ones and there pros/cons.
 
From A.G.Russell's Knife Encyclopedia
By Joe Talmadge

Blade Geometry FAQ
Welcome to the blade geometry FAQ. Our objective is to provide a working knowledge of blade shapes and grinds. After reading the FAQ, I hope you'll be better able to answer the question, "I need to do job X, what kinds of knives should I consider?". We will start with some general characteristics of blade shapes, then talk about blade grinds, then put it all together to discuss specific blade patterns. The last section, a brief analysis of some common designs, will build upon the previous sections. It's important to keep in mind that the characteristics can be as important as blade shape. When you're done with the FAQ, you should be able to make decisions not only on blade shape but on other attributes. If you need to slice, you'll know to look for a nice curving belly -- and not get hung up on what the ostensible blade shape is supposed to be.

Steel
A comprehensive article about the properties of different steels used by knifemakers, built upon the experience of a collector and amateur knifemaker, numerous articles and books and countless conversations with custom makers.
 
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