Thread: Help! What should I do?

I say keep her, and set your sights on a new blade too.

Originally Posted by dave5225

After reading 2 replies stating that nickel is not magnetic , I had no choice but to state that in fact , nickel is magnetic.

I just went back and read through the posts and can't find anywhere that it is stated that nickel is not magnetic. What I did find was posts saying (or assuming) that stainless steels which contain nickel show reduced magnetism - which is true.

Quality stainless steel blades are made from martinsitic stainless steels, typically 440 or one of its varients. All martensitic steels are magnetic. I wouldn't worry to much about whether the blade is stainless or not. If it is, it will be slightly less hard than a carbon steel blade, but probably not enough to matter to you. It may also be slightly more difficult to hone due to the galling nature of stainless as compared to carbon steel, but again, probably not enough to matter. It will stay bright without polishing, whereas carbon steel will eventually take on a grey patina.

Well, there are several crappy things that can really ruin it when getting a new razor. Warped blades, uneven grind, warped scales, bad scratches, bad heat treat, bent pins, loose pins, etc. If this one looks great and shaves great, then count yourself lucky and keep it for sure. The fact that it is unusual just makes it sweeter.

Originally Posted by trewornan

I just went back and read through the posts and can't find anywhere that it is stated that nickel is not magnetic. What I did find was posts saying (or assuming) that stainless steels which contain nickel show reduced magnetism - which is true.

It was your post , and Icedog's . I suppose I misunderstood you guys . Sorry , I said anything . 'Nuff said .