Sheffield SF100

The SF100 is the Sheffield chromium steel for fine edges.

Properties

• Very high toughness
• Good polishability
• High sharpness
• Very fine microstructure
• Corrosion resistant
• Easy to sharpen
• Good machinability

Recommended applications

• Japanese chef's knives
• European chef's knives
• Hunting knives
• Outdoor, survival & bushcraft knives

Chemical composition

• C: 0,68%
• Cr: 13%
• Mn: 0,75%
• Si: 0,4%

Heat treatment: Hardening SF100:

• Hardening temperature: 1080°C (air)
• Tempering: 2 hours at 200°C
• Hardness: ~61 HRC

Finish
annealed, forged & rolled