Knife steel · Stainless Steel · Premium
K110
Stainless Steel · Hardness 60–66 HRC
Performance Ratings
Edge Retention
Corrosion Resist.
Toughness
Ease to Sharpen
Overall Score
52.4/100
Chemical Composition
Carbon
1.53%
Chromium
12.00%
Molybdenum
0.80%
Vanadium
0.95%
Best For
EDC
The K110 is a stainless steel used in knife manufacturing. This steel is classified as Premium tier based on its composition and properties.
Chemical Composition
| Element | Content |
|---|---|
| Carbon | 1.53% |
| Chromium | 12.0% |
| Molybdenum | 0.8% |
| Vanadium | 0.95% |
| Tungsten | N/A% |
| Cobalt | N/A% |
| Manganese | N/A% |
| Nickel | N/A% |
| Silicon | N/A% |
Hardness
- Minimum HRC: 60
- Maximum HRC: 66
Performance Ratings
| Metric | Score |
|---|---|
| Edge Retention | 69.5/100 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 44.0/100 |
| Toughness | 46.0/100 |
| Ease of Sharpening | 45.5/100 |
| Overall Score | 52.4/100 |
Best For
This steel is well-suited for: EDC
About K110
K110 is a stainless steel with excellent properties for knife making. Its composition provides a good balance of edge retention, durability, and workability.
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