| Metric | CruWear | 14C28N |
|---|---|---|
| Toughness | 8 | 9 |
| Edge Retention | 5 | 3 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 5.5 | 8.5 |
| Avg/Target HRC | 62-65 | 58.6 |
| Manufacturer | Crucible Industries | Sandvik |
| Category | High Alloy Tool Steel | Stainless |
CruWear vs 14C28N
CruWear vs 14C28N knife steel comparison using sourced ratings and hardness data from Knife Steel Nerds and SteelHardnessLab.
Quick Take
- Toughness: 14C28N leads (9/10 vs 8/10 for CruWear).
- Edge retention: CruWear leads (5/10 vs 3/10 for 14C28N).
- Corrosion resistance: 14C28N leads (8.5/10 vs 5.5/10 for CruWear).
Also searched as: CruWear (Cru-Wear)
Also searched as: 14C28N (Sandvik 14C28N)
FAQ
Is CruWear better than 14C28N overall?
Toughness: 14C28N leads (9/10 vs 8/10 for CruWear). Edge retention: CruWear leads (5/10 vs 3/10 for 14C28N). Corrosion resistance: 14C28N leads (8.5/10 vs 5.5/10 for 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.