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1084

Carbon Steel · Hardness 45–66 HRC

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Carbon Steel
Carbon %
0.84
Chromium %
Hardness HRC
45-66
Vanadium %
Molybdenum %
Tungsten %

Performance Ratings

20/100
Edge Retention
50/100
Corrosion Resist.
68/100
Toughness
74/100
Ease to Sharpen
Overall Score
37.8/100

Chemical Composition

Carbon 0.84%

Best For

Bushcraft

The 1084 is a carbon steel used in knife manufacturing. This steel is classified as Premium tier based on its composition and properties.

Chemical Composition

ElementContent
Carbon0.84%
ChromiumN/A%
MolybdenumN/A%
VanadiumN/A%
TungstenN/A%
CobaltN/A%
ManganeseN/A%
NickelN/A%
SiliconN/A%

Hardness

  • Minimum HRC: 45
  • Maximum HRC: 66

Performance Ratings

MetricScore
Edge Retention19.8/100
Corrosion Resistance0.0/100
Toughness68.5/100
Ease of Sharpening73.8/100
Overall Score37.8/100

Best For

This steel is well-suited for: Bushcraft

About 1084

1084 is a carbon steel with excellent properties for knife making. Its composition provides a good balance of edge retention, durability, and workability.

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