What is the carbon content of his axe? How does this metal compare to 1075 or higher? Please be specific and no referral please. Thank you.
753608
Husqvarna does not disclose the exact composition of the steel. It is, however, "high carbon" and hand forged. I can attest personally to the quality of the forging. I own three Husqvarna wood handle axes: small forest, carpenters and hatchet. They are all of superb quality and equate to the craftsmanship of even Gransfors Bruks or Wetterlings. There are at least a half dozen online reviews that all make the same point: these Husqvarna axes are equally capable as some three times the price. The heads are forged by hand in either HultsBruks/ Hultafors Bruks forges or Wetterlings forges and branded Husqvarna. Husqvarna does not disclose the exact composition of the steel. It is, however, "high carbon" and hand forged. I can attest personally to the quality of the forging. I own three Husqvarna wood handle axes: small forest, carpenters and hatchet. They are all of superb quality and equate to the craftsmanship of even Gransfors Bruks or Wetterlings. There are at least a half dozen online reviews that all make the same point: these Husqvarna axes are equally capable as some three times the price. The heads are forged by hand in either HultsBruks/ Hultafors Bruks forges or Wetterlings... » Read More Husqvarna does not disclose the exact composition of the steel. It is, however, "high carbon" and hand forged. I can attest personally to the quality of the forging. I own three Husqvarna wood handle axes: small forest, carpenters and hatchet. They are all of superb quality and equate to the craftsmanship of even Gransfors Bruks or Wetterlings. There are at least a half dozen online reviews that all make the same point: these Husqvarna axes are equally capable as some three times the price. The heads are forged by hand in either HultsBruks/ Hultafors Bruks forges or Wetterlings forges and branded Husqvarna. « Show Less
753609
Husqvarna does not disclose the exact composition of the steel. It is, however, "high carbon" and hand forged. I can attest personally to the quality of the forging. I own three Husqvarna wood handle axes: small forest, carpenters and hatchet. They are all of superb quality and equate to the craftsmanship of even Gransfors Bruks or Wetterlings. There are at least a half dozen online reviews that all make the same point: these Husqvarna axes are equally capable as some three times the price. The heads are forged by hand in either HultsBruks/ Hultafors Bruks forges or Wetterlings forges and branded Husqvarna.
1086394
sk5 is a good steel and is very high in carbon, my only advice is to coat it with anything from cerakote to some gun blue. its super prone to corrosion but its a good performer, stay away from hard woods in winter, as sk5 is slightly brittle in extreme cold. otherwise enjoy something you will be able to rely on :)
431487
Tool steels are widely available and probably sourced from any number of countries. Here is a link to a very good article on blade steels just for general information. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_blade_materials The 10XX series of carbon steel is very durable and tough and has been around for a very long time. 1070 is not something new on the market but should perform well in rough conditions.
530682
Eric the recurve is spring metal. I used the crossbow for the first time this deer season (Pennsylvania archery)and did get a doe with it. very impressed with the performance.
214696
Metal as best I recall, though I'm in Germany at the moment and can't confirm. I have used the gun quite a bit and am very pleased with it.
911702
The side pictured has "Ka-bar" and "Olean, NY." stamped on it, but the opposing side has "U.S.A." with "1211" stamped underneath it. I just uploaded some pictures so you can get a better look. They are the ones with a wood grain table in the background. Remember that this 1095 carbon will rust, as it is not a stainless steel. Mine rusted within a few hours of sharpening. In the picture, you will see that I have it oiled pretty good.
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.
1017210
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.
905184
I'd heard it was 1045 carbon steel, but with the mirror finish and CHINA imprint along with the low price, I'm guessing there's a chance its just stainless steel. Although the blade is very thick, so I'd imagine its still fairly durable.
663219
I have no idea. I don't recall any specific specs that came along with it and I don't recall coming across that particular info during my researching of the axe before purchasing it. I can tell you that I sharpened it after a few uses and it sharpened very nicely with minimal effort. After sharpening it and using it the edge was still very sharp after chopping a cord of wood, which tells me it a genuine hard, Metal in which Swedish made axes are known for. Hope this helps! Buy it, it's totally worth the money.
1015897
From the ColdSteel webpage: "Carpenters CTS® XHP Alloy w/ DLC Coating"--Hmm, looking below, I see others found it may also be Aus 8A. I guess there's a chance of both. Either way it's a fantastic blade.
1914033
I don't know the exact grade. I will tell you that I've been collecting blades for over fifteen years, and I have a pretty decent eye for quality. This blade will not disappoint. It is a true full tang, the blood groove is impressive, and the shaping of the blade is flawless. It doesn't have a "sharpened edge", per se. The entire blade past the blood groove is honed and worked out to the edge, which is impressively sharp for such a style. The point is aggressively sharp, and it comes oiled, as all carbon steel should. I have no regrets over purchasing this.
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.
1510281
Mine is pretty close. Slightly longer than a hatchet head, similar blade length. All forged heads vary slightly. For example, one of my Wetterling axes curves back more due to less steel in lower edge. Based on my experience, you should be very pleased with value of husqvarna vs more expensive Swedish axes.
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.
1393272
Yes. 1095 chrome vanadium. Just about any knife from Ontario/Ka-Bar/Becker/Old Hickory/ESEE is going to be high carbon, unless otherwise clearly stated.
1506998
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.