| Metric | MagnaCut | 14C28N |
|---|---|---|
| Toughness | 8 | 9 |
| Edge Retention | 7 | 3 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 9.5 | 8.5 |
| Avg/Target HRC | 62.6 | 58.8 |
| Manufacturer | Crucible Industries | Sandvik |
| Category | Stainless | Stainless |
MagnaCut vs 14C28N
MagnaCut vs 14C28N knife steel comparison using sourced ratings and hardness data from Knife Steel Nerds and SteelHardnessLab.
Frequent budget-to-premium stainless comparison focused on toughness and corrosion with different wear ceilings.
Quick Take
- Toughness: 14C28N leads (9/10 vs 8/10 for MagnaCut).
- Edge retention: MagnaCut leads (7/10 vs 3/10 for 14C28N).
- Corrosion resistance: MagnaCut leads (9.5/10 vs 8.5/10 for 14C28N).
Also searched as: MagnaCut (CPM MagnaCut, Crucible MagnaCut)
Also searched as: 14C28N (Sandvik 14C28N)
FAQ
Is MagnaCut better than 14C28N overall?
Toughness: 14C28N leads (9/10 vs 8/10 for MagnaCut). Edge retention: MagnaCut leads (7/10 vs 3/10 for 14C28N). Corrosion resistance: MagnaCut leads (9.5/10 vs 8.5/10 for 14C28N).
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.