#N690
Explore the qualities of N690 steel, known for its excellent corrosion resistance and balanced edge retention. Discover knives made with this versatile steel.
Fox Karambit 479 SW: Two Ordinary Jobs Make the Hawkbill Worth Carrying
The Fox Karambit 479 SW is a 3.1-inch N690 hawkbill in black G10 with an Emerson Wave. Reviewers find it surprisingly good at envelopes and tape, and stiff on…
What is O1 Steel?
O1 Steel (specifically AISI O1 ) is the most famous and classic oil-hardening tool steel . It has been a staple in the knife industry for decades, especially am...
What is N690 Steel?
N690 (specifically Böhler N690 ) is a high-end conventional stainless steel produced by the Austrian company Böhler-Uddeholm . While it is not a powder metallur...
What is 440C Steel?
440C Steel is a high-carbon martensitic stainless steel that was the industry standard for high-end knives for decades before the arrival of modern "super steel...