1.4116 Sandblasted Knife Blank - SK18 (SK18)

1.4116 Sandblasted Knife Blank - SK18

The blasted surface is a practical finish: no reflections in the field and no need to chase a mirror polish on the flats.

1.4116 (X50CrMoV15) is tough, highly corrosion resistant and forgiving to sharpen. For a first build or a knife that will be abused, it is the sensible choice.

We buy steel direct from Voestalpine, grind each blade by hand on the belt grinder, and return the blanks to Voestalpine for heat treatment done to spec.

Specifications
Steel : 1.4116 (X50CrMoV15) German Stainless Steel
Hardness : 55-56 HRC
Thickness : 3,5 mm (0.14 in)
Blade Length : 110 mm (4.3 in)
OAL : 230 mm (9.1 in)
Tang : Full Tang
Pin Holes : 4&6 & 8 mm (0.24 & 0.31 in)
Grinding : High Flat Grind (with secondary bevel)

Hidden tang or scales, the blank is ready either way. No regrinding needed before you fit a handle.

We keep a deep range of knife maker supplies in stock: blade blanks in every profile, plus handle materials to finish them. Arrives ground and sharpened. Ask for it unsharpened if you prefer to set your own edge.

Dispatched via UPS Express — European orders land in 1-3 business days, American orders in 2-5.