Stainless steel ALLEIMA 12C27M

Steel Alleima 12C27M is a stainless steel for the manufacture of folding knives

Alleima (formerly Sandvik), a renowned stainless steel manufacturer:

12C27M is a grade developed by Alleima (formerly Sandvik). A manufacturer of precision sheet and strip, they are internationally recognized for the quality of their stainless steel for the manufacture of cutting tools. As a world leader in the razor blades sector, the Swedish company has developed excellent technical know-how and is recognized for the quality of the microstructure of its steels: dimension and distribution of completely uniform carbides, total absence of primary carbides.

12C27M Steel is perfect for manufacturing folding knives:

Very commonly used in the manufacture of folding knives, the 12C27M is appreciated for these characteristics. With more than 0.5% Carbon, this shade can achieve good hardness and good results in terms of cutting hold. Easy to maintain.

Sandvik Heat Treatment Tips 12C27M:

After austenitisation get down as soon as possible to room temperature (

For even better performance, also discover the 14C28N.