Material info

The use of high-quality materials, especially knife steel, is extremely important as it significantly influences the quality and performance of knife blades. Here is some important information about knife steel:

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Hardness: The hardness of a steel is usually measured in HRC (Hardness Rockwell Cone). The higher the hardness, the better the cutting ability of the steel, but also the more brittle it is. A compromise between hardness and toughness is crucial.

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Toughness: Toughness describes the ability of a steel to withstand mechanical stress without breaking. A steel that is too hard can be brittle, while a steel that is too soft will become blunt more quickly.

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Corrosion resistance: Some steels are more susceptible to rust than others. The right balance between hardness and corrosion resistance is important.

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Knife steels commonly used for knives:

100Cr6

1.2379

1.2419

75Ni8

80CrV2

90MnCrV8

Apex Ultra