Niolox (SB1) blade steel

[balibalistic]

Hey fella's,

I'm looking for some info/opinions on SB1 blade steel. i have a chance to pick some up and am curious, for those who have worked with it, how it grinds, cut's drill's etc?? and if there is any advantage to it over say cpm154? after a quick google search it appears that everyone raves about it.i'd appreciate any info ya'll have on it.

 

[Hengelo_77]

I work with it.
It's a stubborn steel to work with, but I like it.
I've made a few blades filing and sanding. (no grinding)
Apparently the Niobium gives it a very fine grain structure