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Unbeknownst to many, Spyderco has developed a rustproof blade and named the knife Salt 1.  The blade is made of H-1 Steel which according to this article, is ”impervious to corrosion.” Apparently, the alloy’s secret is the nitrogen.  The nitrogen has replaced the carbon, present in most other blades, which normally reacts with chlorine in the oxidation process.

Salt 1 Serrated blade model #: C88SYL
Salt 1 Plain blade model #: C88PYL

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6 Responses to „Rustproof blade by Spyderco – Salt 1“

1. knife fan Says:
   October 15th, 2007 at 4:20 pm

   I was under the impression Stainless Steel was rustproof. Many blades are made out of stainless steel – is this just a marketing gimmick? or am I missing something?

2. Sen Master Says:
   October 17th, 2007 at 7:21 pm

   According to the Specialty Steel Industry of North America (click for article) it cannot rust.

   Stainless does not “rust” as you think of regular steel rusting with a red oxide on the surface that flakes off. If you see red rust it is probably due to some iron particles that have contaminated the surface of the stainless steel and it is these iron particles that are rusting. Look at the source of the rusting and see if you can remove it from the surface. If the iron is embedded in the surface, you can try a solution of 10% nitric and 2% hydrofluoric acid at room temperature or slightly heated. Wash area well with lots and lots of water after use. Commercially available “pickling paste” can also be used. See “The Care and Cleaning of Stainless Steel” for more information.

   Has anyone out there had their stainless steel blades rust on them? Was it an actual stainless steel blade or some other alloy/variation? What was it being used for? Post your comments below.

3. Bulletin News Says:
   October 24th, 2007 at 8:36 am

   Exciting review pertaining to Rustproof blade by Spyderco – Salt 1! Thoroughly enjoy your articles.

4. felt like leaving a message. Says:
   May 20th, 2009 at 10:50 pm

   i had one of these that got stolen after 2 years of putting it away wet and dirty. needless to say it never rusted, tarnished, or dulled. now im buying another

5. Sen Master Says:
   May 20th, 2009 at 11:47 pm

   Thank you for your comment – should you choose to purchase your 2nd from theknifewarehouse.com – we’ll be happy to extend a one time special price of $55 plus shipping. Email us once you’ve created an account and mention the Blog Post Special.

   Regards,

6. RTO Thermal Oxidizer Says:
   July 1st, 2010 at 3:45 pm

   Thanks for the informative read. Definitely bookmark worthy.