1060 to 1065 High Carbon Steel

A solid all-rounder for durability and edge retention which is well suited for practical cutting swords. This range of steel balances toughness, hardness, and edge retention well.

At 0.60% – 0.65% carbon content this type of steel is a commonly utilized sword steel. It is regarded well for balancing excellent durability and hardness with good edge retention. Many sword manufacturers will use 1060 and 1065 steel for practical cutting swords with an emphasis on durability and a long life. It is a tough and dependable all-rounder without the high cost associated with more exotic steels.

For reference, AISI 1060 and European C60 are equivalent steels, functionally the same; the difference is purely a regional naming convention.