Blogs

Background MagnaMax has been in development for a long time. When I first proposed the idea for MagnaCut to Crucible and Niagara in June 2019 I also proposed a high wear resistance version I was calli … read more

Modern knife steel has changed knifemaking forever. Today’s alloys offer better toughness, corrosion resistance, and wear resistance than older steels ever could. For custom knifemaker Matt Gregory, t … read more

MagnaMax™ knife blade steel is gaining attention because it pushes modern knife performance even further. Built to improve wear resistance while maintaining toughness and corrosion resistance, M … read more

Knife Steel Performance: Shawn “Big Brown Bear” Houston Visits Niagara Specialty Metals and ASM Buffalo Knife steel performance was the focus of a recent visit by Shawn “Big Brown Be … read more

Titanium, Two Ways Built for Your Application At Niagara Specialty Metals, we don’t just supply titanium. With our rolling mills, we control how it’s processed, sized, and delivered to mee … read more

MagnaMax™ Is Almost Here: The Next Evolution in Knife Steel MagnaMax™ is almost here. On Friday, May 1st, Niagara Specialty Metals will officially release MagnaMax™, a new premium kn … read more

From Corporate Banking to Knife Retail Pioneer When you look at Jason Thoune’s career, it’s clear his entrepreneurial journey in knife retail is not the usual path. Before taking ownership … read more

When you think about steels like MagnaCut, CPM® 3V, or S35VN, you probably picture the mill that made them. But the truth is, those steels only made it into your hands because of the right knife s … read more

In the world of cutlery manufacturing, knife steel dependability is everything. Whether you are a large production shop or a custom maker, your reputation depends on having the right steel at the righ … read more