What is Abe L steel?

AEB-L is really a steel that is more similar to low alloy steels like 52100 and O1, where they have very good toughness and average wear resistance. This sets apart AEB-L from many other stainless steel options that are all kind of in the same ballpark for edge retention (high) and toughness (low).

Is AEBL magnetic?

It is supposed to be magnetic as it is a martensitic stainless steel.

What is AEB-L comparable to?

AEB-L is more similar to a stainless 52100 than 440A… AEB-L naturally forms what is called the K2 carbide, the harder of the two chromium carbides, compared to the K1 carbide, which is formed in steels such as 440C. The K2 carbide is about 79 on the Rockwell C scale, compared to 72 for the K1 carbide.

Who makes AEB-L steel?

AEB-L is a very common steel from Europe. It was originally developed by Bohler-Uddeholm as a razor blade steel and it takes a very keen edge. The steel is chemically similar to the Sandvik series of steels—12C27 and 14C28N.

What is Bohler M390 steel?

BÖHLER M390 MICROCLEAN is a martensitic chromium steel produced with powder metallurgy. Due to its alloying concept this steel offers extremely high wear resistance and high corrosion resistance – the perfect combination for best application properties.

Is Elmax stainless?

Therefore, ELMAX steel can take more abuse than other metals, and come out unscathed. What many love about this steel is how although it is a stainless steel, and has the better qualities of stainless steel, it also has qualities of a carbon steel alloy.

Is AEB-L stainless?

Best described by the noted metallurgist Roman Landes as a stainless form of 52100 as AEB-L offers some of the finest, most evenly distributed carbide structure available outside powdered metallurgy or spray form steels.

Does AEB-L steel rust?

Yes, since AEB-L has a high chromium content in its composition, it is categorized as a stainless steel blade. AEB-L steel doesn’t catch rust easily and will be a great option for a long knife or sword.

What is N690 steel comparable to?

N690 is an extremely ubiquitous and popular steel among knifemakers in Europe. Strength and toughness are comparable to that found on VG-10 or 154CM. This steel has extremely good corrosion resistant properties.

What does VG-10 stand for?

VG-10 is a cutlery grade stainless steel produced in Japan. The name stands for V Gold 10 (“gold” meaning quality), or sometimes V-Kin-10 (V金10号) (kin means “gold” in Japanese). It is a stainless steel with a high carbon content containing 1% Carbon, 15% Chromium, 1% Molybdenum, 0.2% Vanadium, and 1.5% Cobalt.