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Cutting edge of modern metallurgy, ultra-high performance
Examples: ZDP-189, Maxamet, Rex 121
Adapted from industrial use, toughness-focused
Examples: D2, A2, O1
High corrosion resistance, low maintenance
Examples: VG-10, 154CM, S35VN
Originally for drill bits and mills, very hard
Examples: M2, M4, T15
High corrosion resistance, low maintenance
Examples: VG-10, 154CM, S35VN
High corrosion resistance, low maintenance
Examples: VG-10, 154CM, S35VN
High corrosion resistance, low maintenance
Examples: VG-10, 154CM, S35VN
High corrosion resistance, low maintenance
Examples: VG-10, 154CM, S35VN
Good performance at affordable price, daily use
Examples: AUS-8, 8Cr13MoV, 440C
Adapted from industrial use, toughness-focused
Examples: D2, A2, O1
High hardness and easy sharpening, prone to rust
Examples: 1095, O1, W2