| Metric | Vanax | CPM-154 |
|---|---|---|
| Toughness | 7 | 5 |
| Edge Retention | 5.5 | 4.5 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 10 | 7 |
| Avg/Target HRC | 58.1 | 60.0 |
| Manufacturer | Bohler-Uddeholm | Crucible Industries |
| Category | Stainless | Stainless |
Vanax vs CPM-154
Vanax vs CPM-154 knife steel comparison using sourced ratings and hardness data from Knife Steel Nerds and SteelHardnessLab.
Quick Take
- Toughness: Vanax leads (7/10 vs 5/10 for CPM-154).
- Edge retention: Vanax leads (5.5/10 vs 4.5/10 for CPM-154).
- Corrosion resistance: Vanax leads (10/10 vs 7/10 for CPM-154).
Also searched as: Vanax (Vanax SuperClean, Vanax 37)
Also searched as: CPM-154 (CPM154, CPM 154)
FAQ
Is Vanax better than CPM-154 overall?
Toughness: Vanax leads (7/10 vs 5/10 for CPM-154). Edge retention: Vanax leads (5.5/10 vs 4.5/10 for CPM-154). Corrosion resistance: Vanax leads (10/10 vs 7/10 for CPM-154).
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.