Just to clarify...
H1 will NOT rust; period... All H1 folding blades produced by Spyderco will not rust even in strong acids what more saltwater. There isn't any carbon in the steel so rust just doesn't form. H1 is not a stainless steel it is rustproof. All parts of the salt series including the pivots, screws and washers are rust proof. The clips on these are titanium. They are amazing value for money. Oh... The etching will fade but the blade itself will not corrode.
H1 will NOT rust; period... All H1 folding blades produced by Spyderco will not rust even in strong acids what more saltwater. There isn't any carbon in the steel so rust just doesn't form. H1 is not a stainless steel it is rustproof. All parts of the salt series including the pivots, screws and washers are rust proof. The clips on these are titanium. They are amazing value for money. Oh... The etching will fade but the blade itself will not corrode.