Multi-Tool file steel

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What steel do the various Multi-Tool manufacturers use in their files? W-1 is a typical file steel, but I seriously doubt Gerber, Leatherman and SOG are using W-1 in their stainless multi-tools. Any definitive word? TIA
 
I think he is reffering to the other side of the file (rough) my guess is that its case hardened and LM are banking on 99% of people not using it enough to wear out the case. I would say the odds are with them. This way they can stamp out the saw parts, case harden them in one huge batch, glue on a bit of diamond dust and slap it into a tool.

Note that wearing the file out (including the diamond side) is covered by their 25 year warranty. Either way (W-1 or case hardened) you can't really lose.
 
10/10 /2005 I e-mailed Leatherman recently as to what kind of steel is used in the Charge. The reply was stainless steel.
 
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