| Metric | S35VN | CPM-154 |
|---|---|---|
| Toughness | 5 | 5 |
| Edge Retention | 5 | 4.5 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 7.5 | 7 |
| Avg/Target HRC | 58.9 | 60.0 |
| Manufacturer | Crucible Industries | Crucible Industries |
| Category | Stainless | Stainless |
S35VN vs CPM-154
S35VN vs CPM-154 knife steel comparison using sourced ratings and hardness data from Knife Steel Nerds and SteelHardnessLab.
Quick Take
- Toughness: tie (5/10 each).
- Edge retention: S35VN leads (5/10 vs 4.5/10 for CPM-154).
- Corrosion resistance: S35VN leads (7.5/10 vs 7/10 for CPM-154).
Also searched as: S35VN (CPM-S35VN, CPM-S35Vn)
Also searched as: CPM-154 (CPM154, CPM 154)
FAQ
Is S35VN better than CPM-154 overall?
Toughness: tie (5/10 each). Edge retention: S35VN leads (5/10 vs 4.5/10 for CPM-154). Corrosion resistance: S35VN leads (7.5/10 vs 7/10 for CPM-154).
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.