Author: Parker Thompson

M390 vs S30V
Knife Steel
Parker Thompson

M390 vs S30V: Which Is Better?

S30V knives are more popular than M390 knives. However, M390 knives offer better performance than S30V knives because they have better edge retention, wear resistance,

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Yoshihiro Japanese SK4 Steel Knife
Knife Steel
Parker Thompson

What is SK4 Steel?

SK4 steel is not stainless steel because it contains very low amounts of chromium in its composition (0.30%), it is thus highly susceptible to rusting

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N690Co Steel knife
Knife Steel
Parker Thompson

What is N690Co Steel?

Knifemakers love N690Co steel because it is affordable and easy to use, translating to affordable knives and other end products. It is popularly used to

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