SM100 / LC200n similarity’s

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Could someone please help me with my confusion.

Is SM100 and LC200N the same metals ? am I right in thinking they both have very similar properties to H1 i.e very corrosive resistance ? also I’ve also read on this forum they were BOTH tested by NASA for use as ball bearings! I do know SM100 was, but has LC200n also ! This is what’s confusing me .



Now back to there magical properties.

Do they genuinely make a decent knife blade ! I heard SM100 holds a edge similar to Elmax, can anyone verify this or is it just a fancy metal mixed with a pinch of hype , and what advantages would I have with SM100 say over a premium knive steel, besides making a excellent divers knife.





Thanks to anyone who reply’s.
 
SM100 is a titanium nickel alloy.
LC200N is a nitrogen containing stainless steel.
 
No experience with SM100, but I I can tell you LC200N performs as advertised. Its edge retention is far better than H1, and yes, it does approach the level of Elmax in terms of edge retention. I don't think it is quite at that level, but I would put it more on par with VG10 or maybe a bit better. It is truly a "super" steel.
Just my personal experience.
 
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