| Metric | S45VN | Nitro-V |
|---|---|---|
| Toughness | 4 | 7.5 |
| Edge Retention | 5.5 | 3 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 8 | 7 |
| Avg/Target HRC | 61.8 | 59.1 |
| Manufacturer | Crucible Industries | Bohler-Uddeholm |
| Category | Stainless | Stainless |
S45VN vs Nitro-V
S45VN vs Nitro-V knife steel comparison using sourced ratings and hardness data from Knife Steel Nerds and SteelHardnessLab.
Quick Take
- Toughness: Nitro-V leads (7.5/10 vs 4/10 for S45VN).
- Edge retention: S45VN leads (5.5/10 vs 3/10 for Nitro-V).
- Corrosion resistance: S45VN leads (8/10 vs 7/10 for Nitro-V).
Also searched as: S45VN (CPM-S45VN, CPM-S45Vn)
Also searched as: Nitro-V (Nitro V, Bohler Nitro-V)
FAQ
Is S45VN better than Nitro-V overall?
Toughness: Nitro-V leads (7.5/10 vs 4/10 for S45VN). Edge retention: S45VN leads (5.5/10 vs 3/10 for Nitro-V). Corrosion resistance: S45VN leads (8/10 vs 7/10 for Nitro-V).
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.