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At A GlanceBoth steels have similar compositions and hardness, with Rockwell hardness (HRC) scores of 58-61. They exhibit excellent edge retention, corrosion resistance, and are relatively easy to sharpen. CPM154, made using the Crucible Particle Metallurgy process, offers superior toughness, leading to higher resistance against chipping or breaking. It comes at a slightly higher cost …
At A GlanceM390, produced by Böhler, is renowned for its impressive edge retention and excellent corrosion resistance, making it suitable for durable knives. However, it can be challenging to sharpen due to its hardness. MAGNACUT, developed by Crucible Industries, offers a balanced composition resulting in excellent toughness, good corrosion resistance, impressive edge retention, and easier …
At A GlanceCarbon Steel is high in carbon content, offering superior hardness and edge retention but is susceptible to rust and corrosion. It is well-suited for high-impact usage and scenarios where sharpness is a priority. Stainless Steel, alloyed with a significant percentage of Chromium, provides excellent corrosion resistance and good hardness and toughness. However, it …
At A GlanceS30V, created by Crucible Industries, is renowned for wear resistance and edge holding due to its high carbon and vanadium content. VG10, a high-quality Japanese stainless steel, excels in edge retention and rust resistance, enhanced by the presence of cobalt. Both have comparable hardness, but S30V slightly outperforms VG10 in edge retention. Despite …
At A GlanceS30V, developed by Crucible Industries, is famous for its corrosion resistance and excellent edge retention, while CPM154 stands out for its superior toughness, corrosion resistance, and wear characteristics. Though S30V might be more challenging to sharpen and slightly more expensive, it holds an edge longer. CPM154, on the other hand, has better toughness …
At A GlanceCrucible Particle Metallurgy’s S30V (CPM S30V) and S90V (CPM S90V) are two popular knife steels. Both offer good hardness, toughness, and corrosion resistance, but they differ in wear resistance and ease of sharpening. CPM S90V has higher Carbon and Vanadium content, leading to superior edge retention but making it harder to sharpen. CPM …
At A GlanceS30V, developed by Crucible Industries, has good hardness, toughness, and corrosion resistance. M390, created by Bohler, has higher Carbon, Chromium, and Tungsten content, making it harder, more wear-resistant, and more corrosion-resistant. While S30V is tough and holds an edge well, M390 outperforms it in hardness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance. However, M390 is …
At A GlanceS35VN, a martensitic stainless steel, is designed to offer greater toughness than S30V. Both steels are similarly hard, but S35VN offers better chip resistance due to its fine grain structure, making it ideal for heavy-duty knives. Both have excellent corrosion resistance, but S30V may need more maintenance. While S35VN is considered easier to …
At A GlanceS30V and S45VN, developed by Crucible Industries, are both excellent and commonly used blade steels. S45VN, an enhancement over S30V, has slightly more Carbon, Chromium, and Niobium, contributing to better hardness, toughness, and corrosion resistance. While both are hard, corrosion-resistant, and retain their edges well, S45VN excels due to its advanced composition. The …
At A GlanceCPM S35VN excels in toughness, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance, making it ideal for general-purpose tasks. It’s easier to sharpen but is more expensive. D2 offers excellent edge retention suitable for heavy-duty tasks and is more affordable, but requires more maintenance against rust. The choice depends on the intended knife use and personal …