how much carbon is in the steel blade?
1453911
im not really sure. but it is a strong blade. its such a long blade that it doesnt matter how much carbon there is, it will ruin it if you bend it in the middle. but it is very thick and durable.
1453912
its 1045, doesnt come battle ready, but does come somewhat sharp, as sharp as it can be and still be legal 2 ship, hope you enjoy as much as i do :)
226878
What is Cold Steel 1055 Carbon Steel Blade Construction? 1055 Carbon steel is right on the border between a medium and a high carbon steel , with a carbon content between 0.50%-0.60% and with manganese between 0.60%-0.90% as the only other component. The carbon content and lean alloy make this a shallow hardening steel with a quenched Rockwell hardness between Rc 60-64 depending on exact carbon content. These combination of factors make this one of the toughest steels available because , when quenched , it produces a near saturated lathe martensite with no excess carbides , avoiding the brittleness of higher carbon materials. This steel is particularly suited to applications where strength and impact resistance is valued above all other considerations and will produce blades of almost legendary toughness.
346306
Mr. Nietzche the carbon steel is similar to surgical steel. You could use a wet stone, but I use a Santuko ceramic sharpner. I use the knife everyday, if you let the knife do the work, and treat it nice, it will do wonders. Don't let it soak in water etc...The blade is so fine, I sharpen it maybe once a week at most. Hope it helps?
1112220
The blade steel is 1/4 thick I highly recomend this as a hard use survival blade!
226880
It is high carbon steel. Real thin, small handle, piece of junk. Look at CONDOR MACHETES if you want a good machete. You get a thick machete blade with a good handle.
2024326
The steel is 1055 High Carbon. This is standard for Cold Steel swords & machetes. I've used this sword for 'test cutting' with my sword group generally against plastic milk containers, it cuts right thru with a smooth cut. Below is info from the Cold Steel web site. (I use gun oil on all my blades.) BTW: You should check out the Cold Steel site at http://www.coldsteelknivesdirect.com *Blade Length: 35 1/2"*Overall Length: 45"*Blade Thickness: 1/4"*Steel: 1055 High Carbon*Handle: 9 1/2" *Weight: 42.1 oz.*Scabbard: Leather/Wood Scabbard w/ Steel Fittings The steel is 1055 High Carbon. This is standard for Cold Steel swords & machetes. I've used this sword for 'test cutting' with my sword group generally against plastic milk containers, it cuts right thru with a smooth cut. Below is info from the Cold Steel web site. (I use gun oil on all my blades.) BTW: You should check out the Cold Steel site at http://www.coldsteelknivesdirect.com *Blade Length: 35 1/2"*Overall Length: 45"*Blade Thickness: 1/4"*Steel: 1055 High Carbon*Handle: 9 1/2" *Weight: 42.1 oz.*Scabbard: Leather/Wood... » Read More The steel is 1055 High Carbon. This is standard for Cold Steel swords & machetes. I've used this sword for 'test cutting' with my sword group generally against plastic milk containers, it cuts right thru with a smooth cut. Below is info from the Cold Steel web site. (I use gun oil on all my blades.) BTW: You should check out the Cold Steel site at http://www.coldsteelknivesdirect.com *Blade Length: 35 1/2"*Overall Length: 45"*Blade Thickness: 1/4"*Steel: 1055 High Carbon*Handle: 9 1/2" *Weight: 42.1 oz.*Scabbard: Leather/Wood Scabbard w/ Steel Fittings « Show Less
364201
This knife is 1095 Carbon Steel, from the factory it has a coating on all but the primary bevel, and as it is a Scandi grind, it has about a one inch open area that will require a little attention, i.e. a light coat of oil to prevent rusting. I use a little Balistol on there and have had no problems.
1461242
I assume it is carbon, since that is what turns iron into steel. However, I don't know for sure.
343789
6034 steel. Wonderful knife. I have a buddy who is a Emerson only enthusiast and he just bought two of these knifes after seeing mine.
1017209
AUS4 has a compisition of:C - 0.4 to .45 %Mn - 1 %Cr - 13 to 14 %Ni - .49 %V - .10 to .26 %Mo - .10 to .30 %Bottom line is it's a decent, non-high carbon steel. It's marginally better than 440C, which is what most knives in this class are made of. I've been using this knife for a while now, and it's kept a very nice edge. Not perfect, but nice.
1964292
It is Carbon Steel. Takes a nice bluing and will not rust after the bluing is done. I leave mine outside year round after the seasoning finished. Took about three uses to season real well.
2024328
The steel is 1055 High Carbon. This is standard for Cold Steel swords & machetes. I've used this sword for 'test cutting' with my sword group generally against plastic milk containers, it cuts right thru with a smooth cut. Below is info from the Cold Steel web site. (I use gun oil on all my blades.) BTW: You should check out the Cold Steel site at http://www.coldsteelknivesdirect.com *Blade Length: 35 1/2" *Overall Length: 45" *Blade Thickness: 1/4" *Steel: 1055 High Carbon *Handle: 9 1/2" *Weight: 42.1 oz. *Scabbard: Leather/Wood Scabbard w/ Steel Fittings
1831081
i assume its 410 steel. its a fixed blade snarl, I found it hard to sharpen also
601775
I know it's 4034 steel, but as for origin I am not sure. I can say I have put it through the paces and no nicks in blade and it has not lost its very very sharp edge. Also it does have a safety switch to prevent accidental opening. Lastly the blade does have 3 patent #s, not sure how many if any are for the blade itself. Hope I have helped, take care.
1420663
High carbon stainless steel, so 420 C, 440 C, 1040, 1095 crovan steel... the carbon is what is making it hard to sharpen. I have several carbon steel knives and for the best edge I find that using a butcher's sharpening steel.
185068
The blade is 7Cr17 high-carbon stainless steel, but not as high carbon as 440C more like 440A. This is a good knife that is sharp enough to shave with out of the box. It will need to be resharpened after use but is a great value, in my opinion compared to 440C skinning knives.
2186791
Not recommended. The blade is stainless. Stainless steel is more fragile and brittle compared to regular medium-to-high carbon content steel.