| Metric | S30V | Elmax |
|---|---|---|
| Toughness | 5 | 4.5 |
| Edge Retention | 4 | 5.5 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 7 | 8 |
| Avg/Target HRC | 59.7 | 60.5 |
| Manufacturer | Crucible Industries | Bohler-Uddeholm |
| Category | Stainless | Stainless |
S30V vs Elmax
S30V vs Elmax knife steel comparison using sourced ratings and hardness data from Knife Steel Nerds and SteelHardnessLab.
Quick Take
- Toughness: S30V leads (5/10 vs 4.5/10 for Elmax).
- Edge retention: Elmax leads (5.5/10 vs 4/10 for S30V).
- Corrosion resistance: Elmax leads (8/10 vs 7/10 for S30V).
Also searched as: S30V (CPM S30V)
Also searched as: Elmax (Bohler Elmax, Elmax PM)
FAQ
Is S30V better than Elmax overall?
Toughness: S30V leads (5/10 vs 4.5/10 for Elmax). Edge retention: Elmax leads (5.5/10 vs 4/10 for S30V). Corrosion resistance: Elmax leads (8/10 vs 7/10 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.