| Metric | MagnaCut | S35VN |
|---|---|---|
| Toughness | 8 | 7 |
| Edge Retention | 7 | 4 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 9.5 | 7.5 |
| Avg/Target HRC | 62.6 | 59.1 |
| Manufacturer | Crucible Industries | Crucible Industries |
| Category | Stainless | Stainless |
MagnaCut vs S35VN
MagnaCut vs S35VN knife steel comparison using sourced ratings and hardness data from Knife Steel Nerds and SteelHardnessLab.
Typical upgrade-path comparison for users moving from S35VN-era steels to newer stainless options.
Quick Take
- Toughness: MagnaCut leads (8/10 vs 7/10 for S35VN).
- Edge retention: MagnaCut leads (7/10 vs 4/10 for S35VN).
- Corrosion resistance: MagnaCut leads (9.5/10 vs 7.5/10 for S35VN).
Also searched as: MagnaCut (CPM MagnaCut, Crucible MagnaCut)
Also searched as: S35VN (CPM S35VN)
FAQ
Is MagnaCut better than S35VN overall?
Toughness: MagnaCut leads (8/10 vs 7/10 for S35VN). Edge retention: MagnaCut leads (7/10 vs 4/10 for S35VN). Corrosion resistance: MagnaCut leads (9.5/10 vs 7.5/10 for S35VN).
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.