Bird and Trout 12C27

Description

Bird and Trout 12C27

I made this knife using 12c27 stainless steel that has been heat treated to 60 Rockwell by RJ Heat Treatment in Sydney.

The properties of 12c27 steel

12c27 steel is a type of stainless steel that is commonly used in knives and other cutting tools. It is known for its excellent balance of sharpness and durability, as well as its resistance to rust and corrosion.

One of the key properties of 12c27 steel is its high carbon content, which gives it a Rockwell hardness of around 56-58 HRC. This makes it a relatively hard steel, which is important for maintaining a sharp edge on a knife or cutting tool. In comparison, other types of steel commonly used in knives, such as 420 or 440 stainless steel, have a lower carbon content and a lower Rockwell hardness of around 52-56 HRC.  Another important property of 12c27 steel is its ability to hold an edge well. This is due to its high levels of chromium and vanadium, which give it a fine grain structure and good edge retention. In comparison, other types of steel may have a coarser grain structure and may not hold an edge as well.

12c27 steel also has excellent corrosion resistance due to its high levels of chromium, which makes up around 13% of the steel’s composition. This is a key property for knives and cutting tools that will be exposed to moisture or other corrosive elements. In comparison, other types of steel may have lower levels of chromium and may not have the same level of corrosion resistance.  In terms of its ability to take a fine edge, 12c27 steel is comparable to other high-end knife steels like VG-10, CTS-XHP, AUS-8, etc. However, it is not as tough as some of the high-end steels like S30V or CPM154. In conclusion, 12c27 steel is a high-performance steel that offers a unique balance of sharpness, durability, and corrosion resistance.  These properties make it an excellent choice for knives and cutting tools that will be used in demanding environments. Compared to other types of steel commonly used in knives, it holds an edge well and has excellent corrosion resistance.

This particular knife is totally hand ground on a slack belt to give a convex blade finish.

The sheath is hand made Australian vegetable tanned leather and has eyelets in the back so that it can be lashed to a pack.  The eyelets are also at correct Molle spacing.