| Metric | CPM-CruWear | Maxamet |
|---|---|---|
| Toughness | 8 | 2 |
| Edge Retention | 5 | 11 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 5.5 | 4.5 |
| Avg/Target HRC | 62.5 | 69.5 |
| Manufacturer | Crucible Industries | Carpenter Technology |
| Category | High Alloy Tool Steel | High Alloy Tool Steel |
CPM-CruWear vs Maxamet
CPM-CruWear vs Maxamet knife steel comparison using sourced ratings and hardness data from Knife Steel Nerds and SteelHardnessLab.
Quick Take
- Toughness: CPM-CruWear leads (8/10 vs 2/10 for Maxamet).
- Edge retention: Maxamet leads (11/10 vs 5/10 for CPM-CruWear).
- Corrosion resistance: CPM-CruWear leads (5.5/10 vs 4.5/10 for Maxamet).
Also searched as: CPM-CruWear (CPM CruWear, Cru-Wear, CPM Cru-Wear)
Also searched as: Maxamet (Carpenter Maxamet, Micro-Melt Maxamet)
FAQ
Is CPM-CruWear better than Maxamet overall?
Toughness: CPM-CruWear leads (8/10 vs 2/10 for Maxamet). Edge retention: Maxamet leads (11/10 vs 5/10 for CPM-CruWear). Corrosion resistance: CPM-CruWear leads (5.5/10 vs 4.5/10 for Maxamet).
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.