| Metric | S45VN | Elmax |
|---|---|---|
| Toughness | 7 | 4.5 |
| Edge Retention | 5 | 5.5 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 7.5 | 8 |
| Avg/Target HRC | 61.8 | 60.5 |
| Manufacturer | Crucible Industries | Bohler-Uddeholm |
| Category | Stainless | Stainless |
S45VN vs Elmax
S45VN vs Elmax knife steel comparison using sourced ratings and hardness data from Knife Steel Nerds and SteelHardnessLab.
Quick Take
- Toughness: S45VN leads (7/10 vs 4.5/10 for Elmax).
- Edge retention: Elmax leads (5.5/10 vs 5/10 for S45VN).
- Corrosion resistance: Elmax leads (8/10 vs 7.5/10 for S45VN).
Also searched as: S45VN (CPM S45VN, S-45VN)
Also searched as: Elmax (Bohler Elmax, Elmax PM)
FAQ
Is S45VN better than Elmax overall?
Toughness: S45VN leads (7/10 vs 4.5/10 for Elmax). Edge retention: Elmax leads (5.5/10 vs 5/10 for S45VN). Corrosion resistance: Elmax leads (8/10 vs 7.5/10 for S45VN).
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.