CTS-204p capabilities re: hard use

[Fat Goat Forge]

So how does CTS-204p stack up against CPM-M4 in terms of hard use? I like my Gayle Bradley in M4 as its the only thing I own that can cut electric horse tape (poly tape with wires in it) without dulling fast. Can I expect the same from 204p? 204p has more chromium, more carbon, same vanadium, much less tungsten than M4. I am enjoying my new CTS-XHP P2 for regular use and the GB for insane abuse just wondering where the 204p P2 will fit in.

 

[The Mastiff]

It's similar to M390 so if you have experience with that, or 20CV it should be the same. It's not as tough as CPM M4. Not many steels are. On this graph it gives 20Cv more wear resistance than Duratech M4 ( note: they now use, sell and distribute CPM M4) at RC 60. CPM m4 is Much more wear resistant in the 64-65 range so that might be a different story. Apples to oranges.

http://www.latrobesteel.com/assets/documents/datasheets/Blade_Steels.pdf

Joe

 

[Fat Goat Forge]

I found this thread that helps answer my question.


Thread: Comparison of CPM M4 HC, ZDP-189, M390, and S30V edge retention
http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/s...PM-M4-HC-ZDP-189-M390-and-S30V-edge-retention

I think I'd still like a PM2 in CPM M4 but the M390/CTS204p sounds similar.

 

[Popsickle]

man i would love a para 2 in m4..... im actually considering buying the M4 manix again

 

[JNewell]

I swapped the M4 blade in my KW Ti/G10 Military for an M390 blade...guess that tells you what I prefer...