Stainless is usually very much softer than regular bolt steel. Perhaps the stainless "stuck" to the threader and caused buildup which in turn broke the threader..
There are types of stainless such as D2 which usually aren't used in bolts, that are harder than most bolt steel.
But are only used for special circumstances. You may have had access to one of these bolts..
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