A list of commonly used knife steels. For details and descriptions see below
| DIN | AISI | Other | Heat treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2003 | 1075+Cr | 75Cr1 | 830°C in oil 2*1 hour tempering at 180°C |
| 1.2235 | L2 | 80CrV2 | 840°C in oil 2*1 hour tempering at 200°C |
| 1.2379 | D2 | X155CrVMo12-1 | 1020° – 1060°C in oil 2*2 hour tempering at 200°C |
| 1.2510 | O1 | 100MnCrW4 | 820°C in oil 2*1 hour tempering at 200°C |
1.2003 / 1075+Cr / 75Cr1
Low-alloy tool steel with very good machinability and polishability. Universally usable for non-stainless knife blades. Also suitable for forging.
1.2235 / L2 / 80CrV2
All-purpose carbon steel with very good machinability and polishability. Optimally suited for non-stainless knife blades. Also suitable for forging. This steel is optimally suited for blades that are exposed to shock stresses.
1.2379 / D2 / X155CrVMo12-1
Ledeburitic high-performance cutting steel. Moderate machinability, good dimensional stability and toughness. Extremely wear-resistant and low distortion. Good tempering resistance. Good hardening.
1.2510 / O2 / 100MnCrW4
All-purpose carbon steel with very good machinability and polishability. Optimally suited for non-stainless knife blades. Also suitable for forging.