CPM20CV

Walt2

Walt2

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Any maker here had any experience with CPM20CV? If so how would you compare edge holding to D2?
 
20CV and M390 are probably my favorite "premium" stainless steels. I can get RC61-62 out of them and the edge retention is better than D2. Plus, despite the alloy and carbon levels it isn't a bear to finish and sharpen. I would take 20CV/M390 over D2 any day.
 
20cv/M390 is clearly a better knife steel than D2.

D2 is a very good value for a knife steel, you get 80% of the edge holding of 20cv for a lot less money. Easier to heat treat and not hard to finish.

Hoss
 
I use M390/20CV for any rough use knives. It makes a great skinner, filet knife, and backpacking knife. I like it because I don't have to stop in the middle of a job to re-sharpen the blade. Yes, it's a little more expensive but it is worth it.
 
Thanks for the info. This is one steel that I have never tried and had a customer asking questions about it.
 
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