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    So, have seen a lot of discussion on various metals for blades. a couple that i am curious about are HY-80 and HY-100. Would have to be cold forged and hand ground as any temps over 150 do bad things to it. Any thoughts on these metals out there?

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    No this is not a good blade material

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    ras4jeep,

    As they are low carbon (HY-80 0.12 - 0.18 % C, HY-100 0.12 - 0.20% C), low alloy steels, they probably would not be the first choice to make a razor from.

    Have fun !

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    Tuss

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