Knife Blade MaterialsProperties of Steel

  • Hardness :A measure of the steel's ability to resist permanent deformation (measured on a Rockwell Scale)
  • Hardenability :The ability of a steel to be hardened (through the heat-treating process)
  • Strength :The steel’s ability to resist applied forces
  • Ductility :The steel's ability to flex or bend without fracturing
  • Toughness :The steel’s ability to absorb energy prior to fracturing
  • Initial Sharpness :The sharpness of the blade "out of the box"
  • Edge Retention :The ability of the steel blade to hold an edge without frequent resharpening
  • Corrosion Resistance:The ability of the steel to resist deterioration as a result of reaction with its environment
  • Wear Resistance:The ability to resist wear and abrasion during use
  • Miscellaneous info

These days it’s a highly scientific business following precise recipes to produce alloys with specific properties.

Using a Coffee Mug for quick results will help a blade to regain its edge.

A good knife will start with a good blade from a reputable professional knife maker.

Flashy knives are good for look and décor but do not expect much from the steel blade to retain its edge. No amount of sharpening or using the steel will help.

Potatoes are the worst food item to take the edge of a good knife

Clean and dry your knives by hand as soon as your task is finished.

Blade material can be made off Carbon Steel, Ceramic, Stainless Steel

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Knife Handling Factors.

Knife Blade size. Knife Handle. Balance.

Brand Prices $ 25 to $ 500ea

Kyocera. Miyabi. Shun. .Wolf Gourmet. Wusthof. Zwilling Pro.

Wusthof Trident Knives

Precision forged in Solingen, Germany since 1814, Wusthof knives are designed so you can enjoy maximum sharpeness, strength, great balance and safety. Wusthof knife styles include Classic, Grand Prix 2, Classic Ikon, Gourmet and Wusthof Pro.

Zwilling JA Henckels Knives

J.A. Henckels knives are constructed of high carbon steel for maximum durability & corrosion resistance. Enjoy perfect balance & ideal weight with Zwilling JA Henckels many knife styles: Pro "S," Pro, Four Star, Four Star II, International Forged, Miyabi, Twin Cuisine, Bob Kramer, Profection, Twin Select.

Global Knives

Razor sharp and exceptionally light, Global cutlery are unique in the world of fine cutlery. The stainless steel used in Global Japanese knives is harder than the steel used in traditional German cutlery, which gives Global knives a noticeably sharper edge.

Shun Knives

Elegantly designed Shun Cutlery from Kershaw, made in Japan features the look and benefits of Damascus steel; it's clad for extra strength.

Kyocera Ceramic Knives

Kyocera ceramic cutlery made in Japan have many advantages over traditional steel cutlery. Sharper than most steel knives, these ultra-hard, ultra-sharp ceramic knives hold their edge longer than steel, and they can last for years without sharpening.

VictorinoxForschner Knives

Victorinox knives are hand crafted in Ibach, Switzerland using extremely durable stainless steel which gives you an extremely sharp edge and excellent strength. Victorinox makes forged knives as well as more economical stamped knives.

Kasumi Knives

Kasumi Damascus style knives are made with a multitude of layers of stainless steel, and incorporate several other advanced materials, resulting in a unique series of Japanese knives perfect for your kitchen.

Kikuichi Japanese Knives

Kikuichi Japanese Knives

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