| Metric | M390 | Vanax |
|---|---|---|
| Toughness | 3.5 | 5 |
| Edge Retention | 6.5 | 5.5 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 9 | 10 |
| Avg/Target HRC | 60.6 | 59.5 |
| Manufacturer | Bohler-Uddeholm | Bohler-Uddeholm |
| Category | Stainless | Stainless |
M390 vs Vanax
M390 vs Vanax knife steel comparison using sourced ratings and hardness data from Knife Steel Nerds and SteelHardnessLab.
Quick Take
- Toughness: Vanax leads (5/10 vs 3.5/10 for M390).
- Edge retention: M390 leads (6.5/10 vs 5.5/10 for Vanax).
- Corrosion resistance: Vanax leads (10/10 vs 9/10 for M390).
Also searched as: M390 (204P, 20CV, Bohler M390, Bohler M390MK, CPM-20CV, CTS-204P)
Also searched as: Vanax (Vanax SuperClean, Vanax 37)
FAQ
Is M390 better than Vanax overall?
Toughness: Vanax leads (5/10 vs 3.5/10 for M390). Edge retention: M390 leads (6.5/10 vs 5.5/10 for Vanax). Corrosion resistance: Vanax leads (10/10 vs 9/10 for M390).
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.