Steel Question

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DEVINEGAN

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Thanks for taking time to give me some advice on steel. Last time I made knives (20+ years ago) we cut blanks out of saw blades that we salvaged from the scrap heaps at lumber yard. Unfortunatley the mill has closed. Yesterday I got some great recommendations re where to buy steel, but I didn't realize there were so many options. After some reading I was leaning towards 440C, but I'd love some steel recommendations. Much appreciated,
Devin
 
Check out your other post, I posted some possibilities.

Are you wanting to heat treat yourself? What type of equipment do you have to perform the heat treatment? 440C really needs a heat treating oven for hardening, but there are a number of sources who will perform an excellent heat treatment to 440C that you can send your blade out to. Paul Bos is one that comes to mind.

--nathan
 
440C is a great steel to start out on in my opinion. It's easy to work and polish and you know you'll always have a consistent heat treat when you send it out to pros. It usually costs a bit less than other popular stainless steels, which is a nice bonus.
 
Thanks for the advice. After reading a lot I think I'll start with 440c... it nothing else I just need to start somewhere. I don't have any heat treating equipment, so I'll probalby have to send out. How do I get ahold of Paul Bos?
Thanks again,
Devin
 
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