Stop Obsessing Over Blade Steel. This Is What Actually Makes a Knife Worth Your Money.
Most knife buyers obsess over blade steel, but the real differentiator is heat treatment consistency. Mid-tier factory knives thrive not because of exotic materials, but because they deliver predictable performance through disciplined manufacturing. This paradox explains why spending $150 on a factory knife can outperform a $600 custom—if you know what to look for.