Why do I have to do a science experiment with lemon juice to know if the knife is stainless steel or carbon steel? Why is it not imprinted on the knife itself so I can verify before purchase? I just want my new knives to not rust after one use. My old knives that I have had for 14 years have not rusted at all. I had to get new ones because water was getting inside the handles of the old ones and would take forever to dry.
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RadicalCow@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 3y
Whether stainless or carbon (or ceramic), you should clean your knife as you work. Doing so will prevent it from rusting and build a patina (if carbon) which will further help prevent rust.
If you want to force the patina, this video by Knifewear might help.
Sharp Knife Shop has a good video about patinas.
Curious_Canid@lemmy.ca · 1 pts · 3y
Most knife blades do have the type of steel marked on them. There are exceptions, but most of the blades that don't are not good steel.
If you want a knife that goes beyond rust "resistant" you should look at blades made from LC200N. It's a very good steel in its own right and it just does not rust.