Case knives

[Mule 11]

Wanting to buy an old x changer knife with sheath and wondering what year they went from carbon steel to stainless. I would like a old carbon set with a bone handle

[ironglowz]

 I suppose I could be corrected, but I believe it has been many years since Case put regu0lar carbon steel into their folders.

  I started dealing with cutlery in the 1980s, and started forging blades about that same time. During that time, case has been using something called Chrome/Vanadium steel, along with their stainless line.

  Chrome vanadium steel  is a tool steel that resists rust and corrosion better than regular carbon steel, but to my liking is the same PIA when having to sharpen in a
  field situation.

   Here's wjhat AI says about Chrome/Vanadium;

 
  AI Summary

To clarify the relationship between chrome vanadium steel and carbon steel, consider the following points:

Chrome vanadium steel is an alloy that includes carbon steel as its base.
It is enhanced with chromium and vanadium for improved strength and durability.
The carbon content in chrome vanadium steel typically ranges from 0.1% to 0.5%.
The addition of chromium increases corrosion resistance and hardness.
Vanadium contributes to better wear resistance and toughness.
This alloy is commonly used in tools and automotive applications due to its properties.

  Here's a short primer on carbon vs C/V steel...   https://engineerfix.com/chrome-vanadium-vs-carbon-steel-which-is-better/

[Mule 11]

I have found that the z looking s denotes stainless steel and I believe the earlier knives were high carbon? I have to do more research.

[ironglowz]

  I am about to start cruising antique and second hand shops, looking for old pocket knives.  Lord knows I don't need any more, having a couple boxes full now, but perhaps refurbishing some really old ones may be an interesting little chore.

   That and nostalghia can perhaps drive an old man to do strange things ... 

[Mule 11]

  I am about to start cruising antique and second hand shops, looking for old pocket knives.  Lord knows I don't need any more, having a couple boxes full now, but perhaps refurbishing some really old ones may be an interesting little chore.

   That and nostalghia can perhaps drive an old man to do strange things ... 

Well, we have to keep busy somehow