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CPM-CruWear vs Elmax

CPM-CruWear vs Elmax knife steel comparison using sourced ratings and hardness data from Knife Steel Nerds and SteelHardnessLab.

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Also searched as: CPM-CruWear (CPM CruWear, Cru-Wear, CPM Cru-Wear)

Also searched as: Elmax (Bohler Elmax, Elmax PM)

Open Live Comparison CPM-CruWear Detail Elmax Detail
Metric CPM-CruWear Elmax
Toughness84.5
Edge Retention55.5
Corrosion Resistance5.58
Avg/Target HRC62.560.5
ManufacturerCrucible IndustriesBohler-Uddeholm
CategoryHigh Alloy Tool SteelStainless

FAQ

Is CPM-CruWear better than Elmax overall?

Toughness: CPM-CruWear leads (8/10 vs 4.5/10 for Elmax). Edge retention: Elmax leads (5.5/10 vs 5/10 for CPM-CruWear). Corrosion resistance: Elmax leads (8/10 vs 5.5/10 for CPM-CruWear).

Where do these values come from?

Ratings are attributed to Knife Steel Nerds; hardness measurements are attributed to SteelHardnessLab testing by u/679696 and u/Skylark427.