Designed by Larrin Thomas specifically for knives, MagnaCut combines CPM-4V class toughness and edge retention with class-leading stainless properties.
Typical Hardness62.5 HRC
Price Tier$$$
General Performance Ratings
Toughness (Impact Resistance)7.0/10
Edge Retention (Wear Resistance)5.0/12
Corrosion Resistance9.5/10
Chemical Composition
Tested Hardness Points
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About KSNerdDex
KSNerdDex is an interactive database visualizer designed to compare knife steel properties based entirely on testing by metallurgical engineer Dr. Larrin Thomas.
Credits & Source
All data, rating scales, and compositional details are sourced directly from Knife Steel Nerds. Dr. Thomas's rigorous testing brings scientific clarity to knife metallurgy.
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Larrin's work and experiments are funded by the community. Consider supporting him on Patreon to enable future testing: