| Metric | S35VN | Vanax |
|---|---|---|
| Toughness | 5 | 5 |
| Edge Retention | 5 | 5.5 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 7.5 | 10 |
| Avg/Target HRC | 58.9 | 59.5 |
| Manufacturer | Crucible Industries | Bohler-Uddeholm |
| Category | Stainless | Stainless |
S35VN vs Vanax
S35VN vs Vanax knife steel comparison using sourced ratings and hardness data from Knife Steel Nerds and SteelHardnessLab.
Quick Take
- Toughness: tie (5/10 each).
- Edge retention: Vanax leads (5.5/10 vs 5/10 for S35VN).
- Corrosion resistance: Vanax leads (10/10 vs 7.5/10 for S35VN).
Also searched as: S35VN (CPM-S35VN, CPM-S35Vn)
Also searched as: Vanax (Vanax SuperClean, Vanax 37)
FAQ
Is S35VN better than Vanax overall?
Toughness: tie (5/10 each). Edge retention: Vanax leads (5.5/10 vs 5/10 for S35VN). Corrosion resistance: Vanax leads (10/10 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.