Historically, there is probably no type of steel fabled more than Damascus steel. From the ancient times, steel forgeries from Near East and the Indian subcontinent produced Damascus steel blades that were known for their sturdiness, sharpness, and unique look. Damascus steel was made from a combination of Wootz steel and particular forging techniques that […]
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When I first got into knives, I paid very little attention to the steel. I knew the difference between carbon steel and stainless steel. But that’s as far as my knowledge goes. To me, there were only two types of steel. Boy, was I wrong? Back then, I was unaware that there was a whole
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All knife collectors know the difference between high-carbon and stainless steel knives. But the differences between steels go more in-depth than those two major groups. Within each category, there are a plethora of different steels with different properties. When I first saw how many types of steel there are, I felt quite overwhelmed. How was
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There are so many things that go into making a great knife. Each knife was crafted with a specific purpose in mind. Not only is the design important, but also the elements that go into the knife. What I’m talking about is the steel of the knife. For people who don’t know about knives, it’s
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When I first began collecting knives, I paid little attention to the type of steel I was getting. I was more interested in the different designs and functions of these knives. As I collected more and more knives though, I began to realize that there is a lot to learn about the steel of these
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