steel info.

[J. Neilson]

I was wondering. Can someone point out a good reference book for steel types. I have a variety(A2,D2,S7,4140,M1,+various spring steels)from a machine shop friend who saved me scraps. Thank's for feeding the fire! I would like to be able to determine the pros & cons of each. I'm also interested in the differences between 440C & ATF34. Thanks in advance.

J.

 

David Boye's book Step by Step knifemaking is a great reference for steels. However you have the best reference at your fingertips and it's FREE.
Do a search of the archives in Shop talk under each steel type. You will find a wealth of first hand info

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[Terry McMaster]

Engnath Knife, Book, Links and you think I can make anything work right now? If you can find your way into Bob's site, you will find a wealth of knowlege on this subject. Terry

 

[C L Wilkins]

Check out the following link:

http://knifeart.com/steelfaqbyjo.html

 

[Bugs3x]

This link might be of some help for you also:

http://www.cknife.com/compchart.htm

Well, sorry, haven't yet learned to actually place a link in a reply. Too new, and had no expectation I'd have anything worth contributing in this forum.

Dave