Busse 5160?

Alright, I admit it. I broke down and bought a Ranger Rd-9 that was made from a Busse blank (there's the bussekin tie in Klink <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> ). Looks a lot like a Mistress.

But that's unimportant to the post right now. My primary question deals with the Busse blank that is made of 5160 steel. Can anyone speak to what exactly Busse's 5160 steel was? I understand that Justin bought the lot of 700 that Jerry offered up years ago, but that's all I know. Was it given the Busse heat treat? Was this ever used on any bussekin offerings? Inquiring minds want to know. Gracias!

And yes, SF, I have a problem <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/sad.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> It's my birthday present <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

You new right off. I'm reading at the top and wondering to myself "did he order this while on vacation with his family?" oh you are a sly one Mr. Super Tree Rat. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

It's raining. What do you want? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Not to worry, I'm right behind you. For the last few nights I've been fondling my Chopweiler. Thanks for being the front man. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Hope your having a good time.

I heard Jerry sold em all real quick cos the 5160 was as brittle as toffee ! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

That doesn't sound good DT but I think there just might be more to the story <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Pics? I doubt it will hold a light to the SR77, SR101, or Infi.

Wow Pitman and Sumo. Y'all are making me feel good <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

No pics yet. Next week...

yes, pictures please....

hay DT what's the word?

Word is I'm hitting the road in about an hour or so. And you don't need pics SF. I'm sure you'll be over fondling my new knife before I even get to see it <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif" alt="" />

Still hoping someone can shed some light on this steel <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

geee, you sure sound like you had a nice vacation.

can Dan answer the question? Send a private email to the Bussekin family, I would.

I've had two of the original Ranger Busse blank models,both were RD7's. I believe I read Justin did the heat treatment but I cant be sure but either way they are great and strong knives I used them alot.
Nice score!!
Here a pic of the two Busse Blanks I had b4 they were used. Reminds me of the old SH's!

I'm only messin buddy. I would say that 5160 would fall smack between S7(SR77)and 51200( SR101). It would likely chip out quicker than SR77 but not as easily as SR101 and it would hold an edge longer than SR77 but not as well as SR101.

5160 is a great all round steel especially on larger knives. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

D/T -- Justin makes a good knife; I sure wouldn't worry about it. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

i like the look of the knife i have never held one to know how it feels but it really like the look of the knife have fun with it

DT, sounds like you got a winner. I'm looking forward to seeing the new addition.

Well, we'll see next week <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />