This knife title is O1 steel,but the introducation wrote is sk5 steel,so it's confuse me,so this blade is made by which steel?
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My understanding is O1 is slightly better and the change was a factory decision. I may be wrong about it but either one is good, outstanding even. I have the Laredo in what I believe is SK5 and a Natchez in O1 and have sharpened both, neither seemed better at sharpeneing or edge retention or wear. Both of mine are shaving sharp and yes I have used them outdoors with no problems just be sensable and don't start whacking on the handles. Both blade steels I highly recommended. The only steel (layered) that I know to be better is the San Mai but the price increase is substantial. I hope this helps you. My understanding is O1 is slightly better and the change was a factory decision. I may be wrong about it but either one is good, outstanding even. I have the Laredo in what I believe is SK5 and a Natchez in O1 and have sharpened both, neither seemed better at sharpeneing or edge retention or wear. Both of mine are shaving sharp and yes I have used them outdoors with no problems just be sensable and don't start whacking on the handles. Both blade steels I highly recommended. The only steel (layered) that I know to be better is the San Mai but the price increase is substantial. I hope this... » Read More My understanding is O1 is slightly better and the change was a factory decision. I may be wrong about it but either one is good, outstanding even. I have the Laredo in what I believe is SK5 and a Natchez in O1 and have sharpened both, neither seemed better at sharpeneing or edge retention or wear. Both of mine are shaving sharp and yes I have used them outdoors with no problems just be sensable and don't start whacking on the handles. Both blade steels I highly recommended. The only steel (layered) that I know to be better is the San Mai but the price increase is substantial. I hope this helps you. « Show Less
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I just got my SCHF3N this morning. According to the website fletcherandersons.com the knife is made of "7Cr17 high carbon stainless steel".Does anyone know how to tell the difference in materials? There was no indication on the box.BTW the sheath is really cheeeep. But at least the knife is fairly good.
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The blade is made of Krupp 1.4116 steel. This is a German steel and is very easy to sharpen. The steel is stainless and requires no extra maintenance or oil.
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Yes it is. It's 1095 high carbon steel. Holds an edge extremely well. Very durable. And In my personal opinion is one of the best steels out there. It's the only type of steel ill use. ESEE provides a no questions asked life time warranty. Can't go wrong with any ESEE knife or tool.
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This knife is not the San Mai III. It is made of 01 steel. The San Mai is more expensive.
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It is listed as stainless on Amazon, and appears to be the same stainless as my 20 year old German Henkel knife. This one was marked Made in Spain. If it was ordinary carbon steel it would rust. I believe that all steel is "carbon steel" to some degree, since steel is by definition an alloy of carbon and iron, but stainless also contains chromium ( which prevents rust formation due to the surface oxide) and other metals as well, a situation fraught with misunderstanding
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It is a carbon steel blade. You should be aware of the fact that it requires a fair amount of stropping when it first arrives and is not ready for immediate use.
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this knife is made of high carbon stainless steel blade. The handles are made from stainless steel and coated in Titanium.Please Google stuff for 3 sec before asking basic questions, Thanks
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I have a Black Blur and a Red Blur. Both are indeed Sandvik 14C28N blade steel. Kershaw also makes this knife (and others) in CPM S30V, an even higher grade steel; that is it holds edge longer and is more corrosion resistant. But have no fear with this Sandvik steel. My experience with it on the Blur and on other USA-made Kershaws--whether coated with DLC or not--continues to be very satisfying. Sandvik or S30V? Add the cost issue and decide. With this knife, as I said, I have two w/ Sandvik 14C28N and am very happy. I would be with one (or 2) w/ S30V.
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Probably the SK 5 blades as I don't believe that any of the O1 blades are out yet.
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I actually don't know what type of steel these are made from. They are swiss made and they are the favorite knife of Cooks illustrated/ America Test Kitchen. That is why I bought one, and I am very happy with it.There are other responders to my comments and they say it is stainless steel. Someone else says it is high carbon stainless steel with a 15 degree angle. Another said it is a Victornox and they are the worlds best knife maker. So NOW I'M really glad I bought one.
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The Knife is made in Sweden; the steel for the blade is made in Japan. I have seen, handled & worked with many, many knives, and this is far & away the highest quality knife I have seen. It holds an edge that is scary-sharp, but because of its laminated steel, it is also incredibly durable. It is a simple knife with only one purpose: to help the user survive when everything that can go wrong, has. you won't find any fish hooks in the handle, though.
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I believe all steel has carbon. This is German 4116 stainless--"Krupp". Stainless is not 100% stainless. Proper care is the best thing you can do to keep your knife in good shape, This knife should be used for what it was made for. I love mine and treat it appropriatly.
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It is a stainless steel, not sure of the composition. I got it for food prep, as I did not want to use a 1095 blade because of keeping a 1090 blade oiled/conditioned to prevent rust. This stainless has yet to discolor from acidic food like onions or tomatoes and such. Very happy with the blade, worth the money IMO.
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Blade says "Made in Austria" also, I read somewhere that the steel is "spring steel". I have owned 2 of these knives and they are a great value for the money.
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My knife has the same markings on it. No indication of blade steel on the blade. I don't have the box with me to look for any indications on there either. So far sounds legit.
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It is made of stainless steel. It is softer than carbon steel. It was chosen because it, of course, does not corrode readily. If you start hitting anything much harder than styrofoam with this sword, you will put nicks, scratches, etc. on the blade.