I have used 1095 for many years and it worked well for rough use. I still like it for big choppers, hatchets, machetes, etc. I have several CPM S35V knives and for my use here in Alaska I prefer CPM 35 for my skinning and fish cleaning. It takes and holds a very sharp edge and does not rust easily like 1095 or 5160 or OB1, which I prefer over 1095.

I have a production Fiddle Back Forge Bush Finger made with S35V and it is my go to knife all of hunting season. It is a user friendly tough beast made even better because of the super steel, S35V. Trying to decide which grand kid to give it to some day is the hard part, might have to buy another one..........

Last edited by 1Akshooter; 06/25/20.