What Is Maxamet Steel?

Maxamet is a non-stainless powder steel from Carpenter (USA steel). It is capable of very high hardness, and it is one of the top choices for the best edge retention available. Some compare it to CPM-S110V in edge retention, but it is still up for debate.

Does Maxamet steel rust?

Maxamet steel corrosion resistance

Probably one of the questions you're asking yourself right now is, "Does Maxamet steel rust?" As we mentioned in its composition section, this steel has low chromium levels, which means it's not stainless. This simply means it has poor corrosion and rusting resistance.

Who makes Maxamet steel?

Maxamet is made by Carpenter Technology, a company best known among steel snobs for its CTS-XHP, which made appearances on the Spyderco Techno, Slysz Bowie, and Chaparral among others. Maxamet's distinguishing metallurgical characteristic is the high carbon content (2.15%) and the inclusion of 10% Tungsten.

Marcus Vance

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