[ARCHIVED THREAD] - S30V

Posted: 7/9/2008 3:47:36 AM EDT

Whats up with this type of Blade?
How does it compare to others?

I bought a Microtech that has S30V Steel back in 8/2002

I cant tell much difference between S30V And 154cm/ATS34

Posted: 7/9/2008 4:45:23 AM EDT

[#1]

FMJ,

Check out this Knife Steel FAQ...

www.zknives.com/knives/articles/knifesteelfaq.shtml

Posted: 7/9/2008 1:06:44 PM EDT

[#2]

While no metallurgy expert I own several knives in S30V. They tend to hold an edge well, great rust resistant properties, etc. I prefer it to most metals used for knives.

I also have others in 3V, CMP154 and D2.

Posted: 7/12/2008 7:20:27 AM EDT

[#3]

I like it but to be honest I also have knives made out of AUS8, 440C, and Sandvick that do just as well for me as my S30V. I like it but I am not sure I am willing to pay what some folks want for it. To each his own though and it is a great knife steel.

Posted: 7/13/2008 8:13:05 AM EDT

[#4]

I've made some knives with S30V and S60V. It is a pain to finish and is hard on grinding equipment. I think that is part of the reason for higher costs. It does hold an edge well. I perfer Sandvik steels over the S30V or S50V.

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