Opinions on GIN-1(G2) steel?

KBR

KBR

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I just picked up a Spyderco SS Police PE with GIN-1 blade steel and was wondering if anyone could give me any opinions/comments of its' edge holding capability, rust resistance, etc..

Thanks in advance. :D
 
It's the original Spyderco steel, and is quite good. Takes and holds a good edge easily, and is very rust resistant. There are steels that hold an edge longer, but GIN-1 or G2 is a good compromise of all qualities.
 
Edge retention is good. Not as good as say an ATS 34 or 55 but it's more than decent for me.

This steel really excels in the rust and corrosion department. Thats why my Gin 1 Native gets used more in the kitchen than any of my other knives. It's exposed to moisture all the time and I've not had a problem with pitting or staining at all.

A plus about this steel also is that its a breeze to maintain and sharpen. Even though its now considered and 'old school' steel, this along with AUS 8 from Spyderco have to be two of my favourite steels.

There are times where I need to cut something and I reach for my Gin 1 native before my S30V Seb!
 
Danbo and BOK's experiences mirror my own with GIN-1. 'Nuff said.:D


All the best,
Mike U.
 
I'm looking forward to getting this SS Police(from a trade) tomorrow and putting it to work....was just looking to get some encouraging words about the GIN-1. ;) :D

Thanks again.
 
I formed the impression that G-2 does not have quite the edge holding of AUS8, but they are pretty similar.
 
I had an intial problem with a rolled/wire edge on a full serrated knife in Gin-1. However, after removing the roll and touching up on a 204, this was one of the sharpest SE edge knives I've ever owned. Enjoy your knife.
 
I had a Spyderco Renegade with a GIN-1 blade and I would rate it as a good steel. Edge retention was good, it wasn't that difficult to sharpen, and I had no problems with rusting.
 
Carried 'G2' steel Spydies (FRN Endura and Delica's, dependent on the 'sitchashun') for 8 years before I became a 'knife guy'. 50+ knives later, I'm still looking for an equivilent replacement...

Personally, I think it's the best compromise steel out there, and Spyderco's biggest mistake was moving away from it...this comment based solely on daily personal use...

Mel
 
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