| Metric | S30V | 14C28N |
|---|---|---|
| Toughness | 4 | 9 |
| Edge Retention | 6 | 3 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 7.5 | 8.5 |
| Avg/Target HRC | 59.6 | 58.6 |
| Manufacturer | Crucible Industries | Sandvik |
| Category | Stainless | Stainless |
S30V vs 14C28N
S30V 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 4/10 for S30V).
- Edge retention: S30V leads (6/10 vs 3/10 for 14C28N).
- Corrosion resistance: 14C28N leads (8.5/10 vs 7.5/10 for S30V).
Also searched as: S30V (CPM-S30V)
Also searched as: 14C28N (Sandvik 14C28N)
FAQ
Is S30V better than 14C28N overall?
Toughness: 14C28N leads (9/10 vs 4/10 for S30V). Edge retention: S30V leads (6/10 vs 3/10 for 14C28N). Corrosion resistance: 14C28N leads (8.5/10 vs 7.5/10 for S30V).
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.