Randall "special stainless"

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I've been looking at my Randall catalog and think I want to order either a 7.5" model 18 with knurled handle and compass or a model 5 with a single finger groove micarta handle. I'm curious about the "special stainless" offered as an option. Does anyone know what stainless this is or, what it's comparable to?

The other question I have is about the construction of the 18. Has anyone ever heard reports of the welds separating under heavy or long-term use? I assume being a Randall it's not a concern but I'm used to owning CRK one piece knives and the thought popped up.
 
Their normal stainless is 440B.

I believe 440C is their "special" option.
 
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