- The composition of 26C3 is similar to Hitachi White steel.
- The steel is very clean with few alloying elements.
- The high carbon content helps the steel get very hard.


 

The first knife we made tested just under HRC 68. This alloy is an excellent choice for knifemakers who want to make knives with a hamon.

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Thickness
0.08
Width
2
Length
11.6
Alloy
26C3
Temper
Annealed
Production Method
Cold Rolled
Metal Type
Carbon Steel
Shape
Bar-Rectangle
Ships
1 Business Day
Weight/Lineal Foot
0.55 pounds

This product is a rectangle bar measuring 0.08 inches in thickness and 2 inches in width, with a length of 11.6 inches.

Yes, the 26C3 alloy has a high carbon content that allows it to achieve very high hardness, making it an excellent choice for knifemakers who want to create knives with a hamon.

The bar is annealed and produced using a cold rolled method, which provides a clean steel with few alloying elements.

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