Victorinox Stainless Steel?

[John A. Larsen]

I have forgotten what kind oil stainless steel Victorinox uses, but did find a reference to AISI 316L. I do seem to remember they run it at HRC 56. If anyone can confirm the type of stainless steel used and its HRC rating, I would appreciate it. Thanks. John

 

[El Jay]

MacGyver magic. Idk, but it works.

 

[afishhunter]

If memory serves, the 300 series of stainless steel (316; & 318 being the most common) are non-magnetic.
I know 316 and 318 are used for cooking utensils, and top line marine hardware.

 

[Papilio]

56 HRC for the blades seems to be accurate. Other tools and springs can be softer.
Victorinox makes a secret about the steel they use. I always read "very similiar to 1.4110".

 

[AgentSteel]

Not a secret, it's written in their 2024 PDF catalog at least, page 20 :

Blades are 1.4110 ( X55CrMo14 )

 

[calm]

There is also Damasteel in their Damascus model, with HRC of about 60

 

[AgentSteel]

And yes, 316L steel (not a blade steel) is used, but in Victorinox watches

 

[John A. Larsen]

Thanks to everyone who replied, I appreciate it. John

 

[Daniel L]

Not a secret, it's written in their 2024 PDF catalog at least, page 20 :

Blades are 1.4110 ( X55CrMo14 )

Yes 1.4110 and here's where they buy it from:

Bonpertuis Steel | PROFILES ROLLED OR DRAWN MADE TO YOUR MEASURE

www.bonpertuis-steel.com