Does this knife have a Scandi grind? Micro bevel? What specific type of steel is used?
1698818
I don't know what type of steel is in the Classic Number 1, but it is a carbon steel, not stainless. It has a Scandi grind without a micro bevel. It is a very fine knife that will do what you want it to do.
461141
The main blade is stainless with D2 steel forged on the edge. The D2 part will get off color and will rust if not cared for properly. My nephew has one and has had really good luck with it. The one I purchased was over ground on one side and barely ground on the other and was not sharp. I worked with it for a while and finally got it sharp but it would not hold an edge nearly as good as my basic Leek knife. I sent it back to the factory explaining the problem but they only reground the blade and returned it. The blade still will not hold an edge. I have had 2 of the basic Leek knives and have had no complaints with either. The main blade is stainless with D2 steel forged on the edge. The D2 part will get off color and will rust if not cared for properly. My nephew has one and has had really good luck with it. The one I purchased was over ground on one side and barely ground on the other and was not sharp. I worked with it for a while and finally got it sharp but it would not hold an edge nearly as good as my basic Leek knife. I sent it back to the factory explaining the problem but they only reground the blade and returned it. The blade still will not hold an edge. I have had 2 of the basic Leek knives and... » Read More The main blade is stainless with D2 steel forged on the edge. The D2 part will get off color and will rust if not cared for properly. My nephew has one and has had really good luck with it. The one I purchased was over ground on one side and barely ground on the other and was not sharp. I worked with it for a while and finally got it sharp but it would not hold an edge nearly as good as my basic Leek knife. I sent it back to the factory explaining the problem but they only reground the blade and returned it. The blade still will not hold an edge. I have had 2 of the basic Leek knives and have had no complaints with either. « 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.
564802
On one of the youtube videos he talks about the polishing tapes which gives you the mirror type finishes. Apparently not so great on kitchen knives on which the micro serration is desired, however desired on hunting knives and makes them wear better. Haven't gotten one yet but it is on my list.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0OdxC7pV9Q&list;=PLA404D3C236E74F13&index;=8
1834127
http://www.amazon.com/SOG-Specialty-Knives-M37N-CP-Partially/dp/B00007E1M2/ref=cm_cd_al_qh_dp
422871
i bought this knife just to learn how to handle this Scandi thing. i admit, i was gutting a deer and gave it a touch up with my Accusharp. clearly the wrong tool..but the ground didnt open up and swallow me whole. the blade got super sharp actually. (i then cut the !@#$!@#$! out of my pinkie finger).at home, i used my Spyderco sharpmaker. i laid the ceramic stick down on the flat notch. (horizontal) and honored the Scandi..just laid it down to match the clearly obvious bevel..several swipes..and then my leather block strop..whoa!! i had to put the knife down!! my pinkie finger was twitching in fear. it is sharper than OEM now. i bought this knife just to learn how to handle this Scandi thing. i admit, i was gutting a deer and gave it a touch up with my Accusharp. clearly the wrong tool..but the ground didnt open up and swallow me whole. the blade got super sharp actually. (i then cut the !@#$!@#$! out of my pinkie finger).at home, i used my Spyderco sharpmaker. i laid the ceramic stick down on the flat notch. (horizontal) and honored the Scandi..just laid it down to match the clearly obvious bevel..several swipes..and then my leather block strop..whoa!! i had to put the knife down!! my pinkie finger... » Read More i bought this knife just to learn how to handle this Scandi thing. i admit, i was gutting a deer and gave it a touch up with my Accusharp. clearly the wrong tool..but the ground didnt open up and swallow me whole. the blade got super sharp actually. (i then cut the !@#$!@#$! out of my pinkie finger).at home, i used my Spyderco sharpmaker. i laid the ceramic stick down on the flat notch. (horizontal) and honored the Scandi..just laid it down to match the clearly obvious bevel..several swipes..and then my leather block strop..whoa!! i had to put the knife down!! my pinkie finger was twitching in fear. it is sharper than OEM now. « Show Less
629658
It has a shallow radiused hollow grind with a secondary edge grind. In my opinion this allows the knife to be robust enough for chopping yet have a thin enough edge with for slicing.
193230
The steel isn't stamped with the steel grade. Its a bad blade though, no doubt.
1175002
The best is a ceramic system. Usually 2 rods at an angle stuck into a piece of wood. That steel should respond good to the ceramic. I just got a smith that is generally used for kitchen knives, but I like it because it will give me a good edge quickly and easily.
1503978
The knife seems to be high quality, and is stainless steel. I haven't tried to sharpen it yet, but it should be as easy as any knife. A sharpening steel can also be used if you take care to follow the curved edge.
516965
The blade is real steel. I was impressed for the money. The edge is not sharpened and can not cut, at least on mine. It could be sharpened. The point is sharp however and could use dulling if you are giving this to an older kid. mine was a gift
1283384
I spent hours modifying the Scandi that came stock on the knife. No biggie.... I'm a tinkerer anyhow.
1760125
"Cold Steel" is the maker. Kobun is the name for this particular line of tanto knife. They have others.
135342
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.
14600
Mine does not list the steel type, but unless you have a special run of this knife the steel is all the same.
1503976
The knife seems to be high quality, and is stainless steel. I haven't tried to sharpen it yet, but it should be as easy as any knife. A honing steel can also be used if you take care to follow the curved edge.
348380
I believe the steel is from japan an the knife is manufactured in sweden. It is a solid knife. Similar to spyderco who commission steel from japan, like everything there are different qualities no matter where it might, or might not come from.