...particularly for jewelry?
Surgical stainless steel is a variation of steel usually consisting of an alloy of chromium (12–20%), molybdenum (0.2–3%), and sometimes nickel (8–12%). The chromium gives the metal its scratch-resistance and corrosion resistance. The nickel provides a smooth and polished finish. The molybdenum gives greater hardness, and helps maintaining a cutting edge. In metallurgy, stainless steel (inox) is defined as a ferrous alloy with a minimum of 10% chromium content.[1] The name originates from the fact that stainless steel does not stain, corrode or rust as easily as ordinary steel. This material is also called corrosion resistant steel when it is not detailed exactly to its alloy type and grade, particularly in the aviation industry
Steel Reserve (211) the beer...drink responsible...never drive when U had a few Oh I had my ring stolen at a bar It was stainless silver...PeAcE
Stainless steel is steel with lots of carbon in it. The amount of carbon gives it a so called grade. Marine grade, surgical grade etc.
Surgical steel can be stainless these days, but it used to refer to a particular hardness of steel that was so tempered that it could be made to hold a very sharp edge for a prolonged period of time.
