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This group if dedicated for the knife users/collectors that prefer Carbon Steel to the newer "Super Steels" and Stainless Steels that are used more and more these days-CV, 1095, or any other.
Members: 80
Latest Activity: May 23
Discussion Forum
Carbon Steel Knife Care
Started by Robert Burris. Last reply by Robert Burris May 23. 16 Replies 3 Likes
I thought I would start a small discussion on carbon steel knife care for those that are not familar with this steel. I am far from an expert but have used this type of knife all of my life and…Continue
FORCING PATINA
Started by RicK. Last reply by Robert Burris May 12. 22 Replies 1 Like
Any thoughts and tips on how to force patina rob burris told me half an onion or warm vinegar ive heard hydroproxide works with bicarb wash afterwards any other tips would be useful ,stay sharp .....Continue
A-2 vs D-2?
Started by Freddy Ramos. Last reply by Robert Burris May 2. 3 Replies 1 Like
Whats the diference between A-2 & D-2 steels. I understand that they are both tool steels, and that D-2 does not rust as easy as A-2. Is that true? What else? School me, my people!Continue
Preserving carbon knives
Started by Paul Gilbert. Last reply by Robert Burris Jan 23. 16 Replies 3 Likes
I just purchased my first carbon knife from Grohmann knives in Pictou NS. What is the best oil to use to keep a carbon blade from rusting.Paul Gilbert
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Comment by Dana Mayo on May 23, 2012 at 14:55 -
I thought so. Thanks. The groups opening statement made me wonder if CV and 1095 were being referred to as one the the "new super steels"
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Comment by lg&m on May 22, 2012 at 17:15 -
not only is it a good carbon steel it,s name tells you how much carbon it has .95%
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Comment by Robert Burris on May 22, 2012 at 8:53
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Dana, It's one of the best carbon steels too.
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Comment by johnny twoshoes on May 22, 2012 at 8:00 -
Yes it is.
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Comment by Dana Mayo on May 22, 2012 at 7:48
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Is 1095 a carbon steel?
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Hey, Carbon Steel knife fans, I am planning on starting a mini group in Box Full of Knives Group on "Forged Knives". If you like forged knives or want to learn more about them, please come and join us.
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Comment by Lee Saunders on May 12, 2012 at 18:18 -
My note was about an fake email I received via iKnife from a fake name "John Lastingbone".
Didn't have anything to do with you Rob, just happened to hit the server the same time your Tuna post did that's all.
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I am sorry Lee, I don't understand, I am trying to promote carbon steel knives.
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Comment by Lee Saunders on May 12, 2012 at 17:30
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Thank you to the Admin for making sure we don't get too many of those "John Lastingbone , 'promotricker' e-mails!
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Tuna Valley Knives, another great knife company in carbon steel. Anyone have any thoughts on that?
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