Ultra-hard black coating that shrugs off everyday scratches.
What it is
DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) is a very thin, very hard carbon coating applied to metal in a vacuum chamber. Its structure shares some properties with diamond, which gives it high hardness and low friction. In EDC, it usually appears as a deep black or charcoal finish on Stainless Steel and Titanium. Coating thickness and process depend on the maker.
How it feels in your EDC
DLC gives a sleek, dark, modern look and feels smooth and slick in hand. Because the coating is so thin, it keeps the crisp lines and texture of the surface underneath, whether that is bead blasted, stonewashed or polished. Compared with black oxide or paint-like coatings, it is generally much more resistant to everyday scratches.
Care & aging
DLC is highly scratch resistant, but it is not indestructible. A hard drop or deep gouge can chip through to the metal beneath, and that usually cannot be repaired at home. Many owners accept small edge wear as character. Wipe it with a soft cloth and mild soap, and avoid abrasive polishes, which cannot restore the coating.
是什么
DLC（类钻碳，Diamond-Like Carbon）是在真空腔中施加到金属上的极薄、极硬碳涂层。它的结构具有钻石的部分特性，因而硬度高、摩擦低。在 EDC 中，它通常以深黑或炭灰色出现在不锈钢和钛上。涂层厚度和工艺取决于品牌。
上手感受
DLC 外观利落、深邃、现代，握感顺滑。由于涂层非常薄，它能保留底下表面的锐利线条和纹理，无论是玻璃珠喷砂、石洗还是抛光。与发黑或类油漆涂层相比，它通常更能抵抗日常划伤。
保养与老化
DLC 抗划性很高，但并非坚不可摧。重摔或深刮可能崩穿到底下的金属，而且通常无法在家修复。很多用户把轻微的边缘磨损视为个性。用软布和温和的肥皂清洁，避免研磨抛光剂，它无法修复涂层。
