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Hey guys, I have a TON of Nicholson files i got from an estate sale, and i have been hearing a lot of different things about what kind of steel they are. Some people say its W1, some say its 1095. I have worked W1 a fair number of times, but i have not worked 1095 much. There also seems to be controversy there. Some people say to hold it at 1800 for about a minute then quench in warm oil, then a temper at 400 for 2 hours twice, while others say it's a water or brine quench steel! So i guess any help on ID'ing what the files are, as well as information about 1095 would be helpful. Thanks guys!