1084 alternative....80CrV2 maybe??

ACLakey

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I made several knives with 1084 and 1095 this fall and really like working with 1084 for whatever reason. I'm having a difficult time finding more steel and have been researching 80CrV2 quite a bit, it seems to be a solid performer, inexpensive and readily available. Currently I have simple heat treating tools and it would like to stick with materials I can treat myself. Please share your thoughts, likes and dislikes of 80CrV2 or any suitable alternative ot 1084.
 
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The 80crv2 appears to need a higher austenization temperature than 1084 and also a short soak at temperature.
Try Kelly Cupples (
octihunter@charter.net
), he carries 1080 and 1075 which I think would act much closer to what you are used to. Great guy and even offers free shipping on orders over $100!


Chris
 
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