| Metric | CruWear | S35VN |
|---|---|---|
| Toughness | 8 | 5 |
| Edge Retention | 5 | 5 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 5.5 | 7.5 |
| Avg/Target HRC | 62-65 | 58.9 |
| Manufacturer | Crucible Industries | Crucible Industries |
| Category | High Alloy Tool Steel | Stainless |
CruWear vs S35VN
CruWear vs S35VN knife steel comparison using sourced ratings and hardness data from Knife Steel Nerds and SteelHardnessLab.
Quick Take
- Toughness: CruWear leads (8/10 vs 5/10 for S35VN).
- Edge retention: tie (5/10 each).
- Corrosion resistance: S35VN leads (7.5/10 vs 5.5/10 for CruWear).
Also searched as: CruWear (Cru-Wear)
Also searched as: S35VN (CPM-S35VN, CPM-S35Vn)
FAQ
Is CruWear better than S35VN overall?
Toughness: CruWear leads (8/10 vs 5/10 for S35VN). Edge retention: tie (5/10 each). Corrosion resistance: S35VN leads (7.5/10 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.