IMG 4056m18 machete video no 2 Media
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M18 machete NSN 5110-00-813-1286 Built for the toughest environments, the M18 machete is forged from USA 1080 high carbon, High-Carbon steels like 1080 are excellent for knives needing to hold a sharp edge and withstand rough use.
Pros: Excellent hardness:
High carbon content allows for a very hard blade that can sharpened to a fine edge.
Good Toughness:
1080 steel is known for its toughness, meaning it is less prone to chipping or breaking compared to other, harder steels.
Ease of Sharpening:
it is relatively easy to sharpen with standard tools, making maintenance straightforward
Strong Edge Retention:
The hardness allows it to hold an edge for a good amount of time.
Tips for using 1080 steel:
Keep it dry: never let a blade made from this steel site in water
Oil it: After cleaning and drying, apply a thin coat of oil to the blade before storage
Use it for Tough Tasks: 1080 steel is a good choice for knives that need to handle demanding use
Pros: Excellent hardness:
High carbon content allows for a very hard blade that can sharpened to a fine edge.
Good Toughness:
1080 steel is known for its toughness, meaning it is less prone to chipping or breaking compared to other, harder steels.
Ease of Sharpening:
it is relatively easy to sharpen with standard tools, making maintenance straightforward
Strong Edge Retention:
The hardness allows it to hold an edge for a good amount of time.
Tips for using 1080 steel:
Keep it dry: never let a blade made from this steel site in water
Oil it: After cleaning and drying, apply a thin coat of oil to the blade before storage
Use it for Tough Tasks: 1080 steel is a good choice for knives that need to handle demanding use