What's the difference,,,,

[MyDogsHunt]

in 440C and 420S.

Not sure if this is the right place for this, but I'm sure the forum police will be along to move it if it isn't.

Thanks

 

[rpttrsn]

I think 440c has a better edge retention and can be hardened to a higher Rockwell. This would be compared to 420 steel. I have not seen 420S listed for a knife steel.

 

[MyDogsHunt]

Thanks rp,,, the two knioves in question are both Canal Streets.
The 440C's a full size Trapper pattern, and the 420S is an Improved Muskrat.

Not life threatening. I was just curious as to what the difference is.

Thanks again.
Charlie

 

[michaelm466]

I'm guessing 420S is just 420 stainless, in which case 440C will be better in just about all aspects, besides maybe ease of sharpening, not that it will be hard to sharpen.