View Sample Alloy Digest Data Sheet (PDF)Since 1952, Alloy Digest has been the leading reference for materials property data on metals and alloys used throughout the world. Featuring graphs, charts and tables, these sheets give facts and figures on composition or characterization, physical and mechanical properties, heat treatment, and machinability.CRUCIBLE 420 is a hardenable chromium steel designed particularly for cutlery applications. It is the general-purpose cutlery grade of stainless steel. It is magnetic at all times. Among its many applications are bushings, cutlery, valve trim and dental and surgical instruments.