1095 Carbon Steel

Carbon Steel

Hardness: 55–60 HRC

Typical Price Range: $20–$150

1095 is one of the most classic and widely used high-carbon steels for knives. It is simple to sharpen, holds a good edge, and can be made very tough — Ka-Bar's legendary military knives are made from 1095.

Advantages

✓Excellent toughness — resists breaking and bending
✓Easy to sharpen in the field with basic tools
✓Good edge retention for a simple carbon steel

Disadvantages

✗Rusts quickly without maintenance
✗Not suitable for wet or saltwater environments without a coating

Best Use Cases

•Military and tactical fixed blades
•Survival and bushcraft knives
•Field-use blades where in-field sharpening is needed

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