CPM-15V and the Lost CPM-20V – How Much Vanadium Can You Add?

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A new article about the history of CPM-15V including some interesting testing on even higher vanadium versions – CPM-18V and CPM-20V (Not to be confused with CPM-20CV). I have micrographs, toughness, and edge retention numbers, of course. And also information about how to heat treat CPM-15V for the knifemakers brave enough to work with such a wear resistant steel. https://knifesteelnerds.com/2021/05/24/cpm-15v-and-the-lost-cpm-20v-how-much-vanadium-can-you-add/