Steel rec??

Lycosa

Lycosa

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Gang--- As you know, Reese is making me a wider blade for my CQC-7B. What steel would you recommend?
Thanks for the input.
 
That's a tough one to answer. My own personal preference is for something stainless... I guess it depends on what's availible. Off the top of my head (and in no particular order): CPM 154CM, S30V, S90V, and CPM D2 (not stainless, but pretty close).

Or, perhaps something in stainless damascus? I think that would look really cool :D . Anyway, best of luck, and don't forget to post some pictures once it's done :).
 
CPM D2 would be interesting if you could find it. Another idea would be CPM M4. :thumbup:
 
What about A2? It's not stainless but hold a wicked edge for a long time.
 
Tool steel is on the top of the list. Nothing has out cut my tool steel knife except... INFI.
 
Horton told me that M4 is :eek:$$
I'll be curious to hear what stee Reese recommends.
 
Rolf, makers seem to like CPM154 a lot..... but that might be because it is reportedly easier to work with and finishes better than S30V.

I personally think 154CM is just dandy and if you can get an upgraded version I think you will be doing real good there...
 
I think you should go for a proper old school knaped flint blade..... steels way over rated :p.
 
Haze--- Knapp this!! >:mad:
:D
Update! I just got off the phone with Reese. CPM154 will be the steel. A Full Flat Chisel Grind will be the blade profile, Satin finish. Thumb stud. Hot Dang!!
:D
 
YESSS.... What do I win? Rolf, I'll take that PD. I know its just gathering dust on a shelf. :D

Lycosa said:
Haze--- Knapp this!! >:mad:
:D
Update! I just got off the phone with Reese. CPM154 will be the steel. A Full Flat Chisel Grind will be the blade profile, Satin finish. Thumb stud. Hot Dang!!
:D
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