Question? Damascus: What is the difference between SS & Carbon Steel?

[By By Digby]

I see that there is a carbon steel Damascus and a stainless steel Damascus, WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE? In care of,quality,etc. Thanks...Ikiruuuu

 

[Paracelsus]

The best answer I can give you is to tell you to read both of these threads:

Stainless vs. carbon damascus

Devin Thomas stainless damscus thread

Happy reading!

Paracelsus

 

[Paracelsus]

You may also enjoy these threads on Damascus (pattern welded) steel:

What's so great about Damascus

Damascus steel

Is damascus steel usable/practical?

A question about damascus steel

Use the search button at the top of each page and search the general and custom forums and you will find lots of good information.

I would also suggest looking at Ed Caffrey and Don Fogg's web sites for general information on pattern welded steel.

 

[richard rosvall]

Sorry, nothing constructive to add, just wanted to say Welcome to the Forums to a fellow Minnesotan!