May 22, 2000 · With proper geometry and heat treat, 440C sure can be a decent steel for medium size hard use knife but it wouldn't be the best choice for large chopper/machete though.

Apr 10, 2013 · Usually, on the sites of 440C stainless producer, they recommend always the following treatment: 1. To anneal 440C stainless steel, heat uniformly to 840-875°C. Soak and …

Mar 26, 2004 · It has more chromium than 440C but is alloyed to be a tool steel so it isn't as corrosion resistant as 440C. You would choose D2 for better toughness and edge retention …

Dec 7, 2013 · Hey guys! I'm just wondering how all the pro's heat treat their 440C SS? I have a chefs knife I will be heat treating in a few days. Its 440C from NJ Steel Baron and I want to …

Apr 27, 2015 · 440c in the gym with a good healthy diet and supplements 440v (cpm s60v) is then 440c + a whole 1% carbon bump, a mid equivalent chromium content (17%), the same …

Dec 10, 2001 · 440C was once the standard in stainless steel and it is still a great steel. It is making a comeback right now and I see more and more makers offering knives in 440c.

Mar 2, 2008 · After hours of searching online, I have yet to find a decent resource which will state the differences between good old 440c and 8Cr13Mov. To my knowledge 8cr is similar to …

May 4, 2002 · 440c will cut longer 14c28n sharpens easier I prefer 14c28n because I enjoy a sharper, more precise, polished edge at the cost of cutting endurance. If you need more …

Jun 4, 2010 · 440C has higher carbon content than 420HC (essentially double), though roughly similar to 1095, and much higher chromium content than either of those two.

Apr 13, 2016 · At least one person here challenged that due to 440C and VG-10 having similar corrosion resistance. While 10Cr15CoMov is a close analog of VG-10, 9Cr18Mov is definitely …