Heat Treatment Specifications
Austenitizing
Temperature1080°C(1976°F)
Soak Time20 minutes
Tempering
Temperature200°C(392°F)
Time120 minutes
Cycles2x
Quench Medium
oil
Target Hardness
59 - 62 HRC
Performance Characteristics
Toughness7/10
Edge Retention7.5/10
Corrosion Resistance7.5/10
Ease of Sharpening6.5/10
Overall Score28.5/40
Interesting Facts
- 1Chinese powder metallurgy stainless
- 2Contains cobalt for improved properties
- 31.0% carbon, 15% chromium + Co, Mo, V
- 4Similar performance tier to VG-10
- 5Used in premium Chinese knife production
- 6Represents China's high-end steel capabilities
Famous Uses
Chinese premium kitchen knives
High-end Chinese folders
Best For
Premium kitchen knives
Chef's knives
Folding knives
Survival knives
Similar Steels
Not Recommended For
- Budget projects
- Beginners
- Rough work
Expert Tips
- 1Cobalt intensifies hardness
- 2Red hot hardness property
- 3Careful heat treatment required
- 4Popular VG-10 equivalent