Blade material type

9Cr14
Excellent edge retention: Thanks to the high carbon content, the steel can be hardened well (to a hardness of 59-60 HRC), so the knife stays sharp for a long time during everyday use.

High wear resistance: The added molybdenum and vanadium increase the toughness and wear resistance of the material, making it less prone to chipping.

Good corrosion resistance: Although it is a stainless steel, the chromium content of around 14% provides reliable protection against moisture and weaker acids.

Sharpening: Despite being a hard steel, it can be sharpened to a razor-sharp edge relatively easily at home with the right sharpening stones.

The role of PVD Titanium coating:
PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) is a vacuum-based coating process where titanium nitride is applied to the surface of the blade.

Extra Protection: The coating creates an extra physical barrier between the steel and the outside world, further increasing the protection against rust.

Scratch Resistance: The titanium coating is extremely hard, protecting the blade surface from minor scratches during use.

Non-Reflective: On Ganzo knives, this often results in a matte gray or black surface, which is advantageous from a tactical perspective because it does not reflect light.

Friction Reduction: The coating provides a smoother surface, which makes it easier for the blade to penetrate the material while cutting.

D2
High-grade chromium-molybdenum-vanadium alloy tool steel. Due to its 12% chromium content, it is 80% stainless, the more beautifully polished it is, the less prone it is to rust. In addition to its hardness - 60-61 HRC - it is a very tough material, so if you want a more durable knife, feel free to buy a knife made of such steel! It is less prone to breakage, edge-retaining but harder to break.
Hardness: 60-61 HRC

440C
High-grade stainless steel. It has a higher carbon and chromium content and a significant amount of molybdenum. It has high abrasion resistance. It has excellent edge retention due to its high carbon content, but rusts more easily than other 440 steels. It is easy to spot, even in camp conditions.
Hardness: 58-59 HRC

7Cr17MoV and 440 and 440A
Mid-range stainless steel. These stainless steel types have better hardenability, making them harder than the 420 series. Thanks to the proper heat treatment, it has a good edge retention and something easier to cover.
Hardness: 56-57 HRC