No- but it was offered in a nickel plated finish.
Stainless steel
No, stainless steel does not burn under high temperatures.
While stainless steel is an alloy of steel, the primary difference between stainless steel and other steels is that the stainless steels have a high percentage (about 10% or even more) of the element chromium in them.
Oversimplifying it alot: Iron + Carbon --> High Carbon Steel High Carbon Steel + Chromium & other surface alloy metals --> Stainless Steel Basically Stainless Steel is ordinary Steel with a surface Chrome Steel layer protecting it from corrosion.
stainless steel, mild steel, high density steel
Yes, stainless steel can spark when hit by stainless steel if there is a high amount of force involved. This can happen because of the friction generated between the two pieces of stainless steel, causing sparks due to the heat produced. It is important to use caution when working with stainless steel to avoid this situation.
The High Standard model is a Supermatic citation- none of my references show them as being made in stainless steel. There are High Standard pistols made swith an Electroless Nickel finish. Not extremely common nor extremely rare.
Stainless steel will not "lose weight" at high temperatures. However, stainless steel can undergo changes in its physical properties when exposed to high temperatures, such as oxidation or deformation.
Yes, stainless steel can melt in a fire if exposed to high enough temperatures. The melting point of stainless steel is around 2,500-2,700 degrees Fahrenheit.
The stainless steel hardness scale measures the resistance of stainless steel to deformation or scratching. The higher the hardness value, the more durable the stainless steel product will be. Harder stainless steel is less likely to dent, scratch, or wear out, making it more suitable for applications that require high durability.
There are several advantages of a stainless steel backsplash. It is said that stainless steel backsplashes have receieved high praise over the years for they are easy to clean, easy to install, and are durable.
The finish. Most people prefer stainless with a high shine (polished) finish. Satin has a dull finish to it (unpolished)