Our laser-cut 1095 high-carbon steel is a high-carbon alloy of the mild carbon steel family. 1095 is heat-treatable and high-strength, but also tends to be brittle. Typically used for springs, or tools requiring sharp cutting edges.
If you're looking for a hard and durable steel for your custom knives, axes or other tools, 1095 high carbon steel is your metal.
HIGH HARDNESS & STRENGTH

GREAT FOR CUTTING TOOLS

WEATHER RESISTANT

Available Thickness Chart
Inches | Actual
Actual thickness is dependent on mill tolerance
|
Gauge | Millimeters |
---|---|---|---|
.125 | .125 | 3.2 | |
.187 | .178 | 4.5 |
The 95 in the name of the steel indicates the carbon content, in this case, it’s 0.95% carbon content. The inclusion of carbon helps harden the steel and toughens the resulting product, increasing resistance to wear and tear over time.
• Normal Temp 1550° - 1650° F. • Anneal Temp 1400° - 1500° F. • Hard Temp 1440° - 1475° F. • Oil Quench Rc 66
• Normal Temp 1550° - 1650° F. • Anneal Temp 1400° - 1500° F. • Hard Temp 1440° - 1475° F. • Oil Quench Rc 66