| Metric | Vanax | 14C28N |
|---|---|---|
| Toughness | 7 | 9 |
| Edge Retention | 5.5 | 3 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 10 | 8.5 |
| Avg/Target HRC | 58.1 | 58.8 |
| Manufacturer | Bohler-Uddeholm | Sandvik |
| Category | Stainless | Stainless |
Vanax vs 14C28N
Vanax vs 14C28N knife steel comparison using sourced ratings and hardness data from Knife Steel Nerds and SteelHardnessLab.
Quick Take
- Toughness: 14C28N leads (9/10 vs 7/10 for Vanax).
- Edge retention: Vanax leads (5.5/10 vs 3/10 for 14C28N).
- Corrosion resistance: Vanax leads (10/10 vs 8.5/10 for 14C28N).
Also searched as: Vanax (Vanax SuperClean, Vanax 37)
Also searched as: 14C28N (Sandvik 14C28N)
FAQ
Is Vanax better than 14C28N overall?
Toughness: 14C28N leads (9/10 vs 7/10 for Vanax). Edge retention: Vanax leads (5.5/10 vs 3/10 for 14C28N). Corrosion resistance: Vanax leads (10/10 vs 8.5/10 for 14C28N).
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.