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Stainless Knives

Stainless knives are those that have been created with stainless steel. This material was originally known as "non-rusting steel." Its invention has been attributed to a man named Harry Brearley. This occurred in 1913.

Unfortunately, these first stainless knives were not very adept at cutting. It wasn't until 1924 that a more efficient version was created. It was improved by a man named W.H. Hatfield.

Stainless knives created from this improved 18-8 material were 18% chromium and 8% nickel. Today, 440 stainless is the cutlery standard. This includes more carbon which results in a sharper edge.

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