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A1 steel question - RB61 - 04-12-2017
I was recently given the newest version of a Stanley 62. I have checked it out and used it for a few weeks. It seems to function very well. My understanding is that the blade is A1. Does anyone know if these blades are Cryogenically treated like Hock blades? I would call Hock, but I hate to take up his time without a sale- his site states that his blades will not fit this plane.
Thanks
RE: A1 steel question - AHill - 04-12-2017
It's A2 steel and it's not cryogenically treated. Most users can't really tell the difference between cryogenically treated and non-treated blades.
RE: A1 steel question - enjuneer - 04-12-2017
Quality control on the new Stanley planes is iffy at best, but the A2 irons are not bad. They are reasonably easy to hone and stay sharp for quite a while, especially if you use a microbevel. It seems to make the cutting edge less fragile.