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Originally Posted by sc_rufctr View Post
So... What material would you use for such an axe?
Personally *I* would use something in the 10xx series of carbon steels. That's what I have experience with. The pros are using 10xx, S7, 5160, 52100, and 4140. None of which are budget-grade stainless.

Daniel Winkler uses 5160 for his rescue axe. Daniel Winkler, Master Bladesmith I won't comment on the design--I am not a black-clad tactical rescue operator.
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