| Metric | S45VN | Elmax |
|---|---|---|
| Toughness | 4 | 4 |
| Edge Retention | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 8 | 8 |
| Avg/Target HRC | 61.8 | 60.2 |
| 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: tie (4/10 each).
- Edge retention: tie (5.5/10 each).
- Corrosion resistance: tie (8/10 each).
Also searched as: S45VN (CPM-S45VN, CPM-S45Vn)
Also searched as: Elmax (Bohler Elmax, Uddeholm Elmax)
FAQ
Is S45VN better than Elmax overall?
Toughness: tie (4/10 each). Edge retention: tie (5.5/10 each). Corrosion resistance: tie (8/10 each).
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.