powdered steel

HAP40

HAP40

Edge Retention Corrosion Resistance Ease of Sharpening Toughness Hardness

HAP40 is a high-speed powdered tool steel originally developed for industrial cutting tools. It offers exceptional edge retention and wear resistance. Due to its semi-stainless nature, it has moderate corrosion resistance. Used by Shun in their premium Dual Core line.

Specifications

Edge Retention
5/5
Corrosion Resistance
2/5
Ease of Sharpening
1/5
Toughness
2/5
Hardness (HRC)
64-66
Type Powdered
Hardness Range 64-66 HRC

Knives Using HAP40

Shun Dual Core Gyuto 210mm

Gyuto · 210mm

Shun Dual Core Gyuto 210mm

旬 (shun)

HAP40 Wa Handle $350