Jantz 154-CM Stainless Steel Bar

The Jantz 154-CM Stainless Steel Bar is a high-performance blank built for serious knife makers who demand strength, edge retention, and corrosion resistance in every custom build. Whether you're crafting a tactical blade, a hunting knife, or a high-end kitchen tool, this bar stock gives you the premium foundation needed to take your project from raw material to finished performer.

Made from 154-CM stainless steel, this bar combines the hardness of high carbon alloys with the wear resistance and corrosion protection of stainless. It’s known for holding a razor-sharp edge longer than many standard steels, and it responds well to both stock removal and heat treatment. Once properly tempered, 154-CM blades offer excellent toughness without sacrificing the clean, sleek finish that knife owners expect in a premium stainless blade.

Measuring 18" in length, 2" in width, and 3/16" thick, this bar gives you plenty of steel to work with—ideal for medium to large fixed blades or for batch production runs. The thickness strikes a balance between strength and grindability, offering rigidity without making shaping or beveling a chore. Whether you’re forging your first knife or building out a full collection, this blank offers the right proportions for durability and control.

It machines cleanly, takes a fine polish, and performs well with both flat and hollow grinds. That makes it a versatile choice for blades that will see frequent use in tough conditions. Pair it with your choice of scales, fasteners, and a solid sheath, and you've got the potential for a finished tool that’ll look as sharp as it cuts.

Ready for heat treatment and your own custom vision, the Jantz 154-CM Stainless Steel Bar is a reliable platform for serious knife making. If your next project calls for a tough, stainless edge that won’t quit, this bar’s built to deliver. Order it today from SMKW!