Heat Treatment Specifications
Austenitizing
Temperature1066°C(1951°F)
Soak Time30 minutes
Tempering
Temperature204°C(399°F)
Time120 minutes
Cycles2x
Quench Medium
plate
Target Hardness
61 - 62 HRC
Performance Characteristics
Toughness6.5/10
Edge Retention7/10
Corrosion Resistance3.5/10
Ease of Sharpening4/10
Overall Score21/40
Similar Steels
Not Recommended For
- Marine environment (rusts)
- Thin kitchen knives
- Budget projects