INFI vs SR-3V

[TheTip]

Which of the steels discussed has better wear resistance than D2?

Here, please jump directly to minute 3:20 in this independent test:

You can see in his listing CPM 3V in knives from Cold Steel and Bark River being very close to each other - achieving around 200 cuts. Further down in the list you see D2 which achieved 120 cuts. Both Cold Steel and Bark River heat treat their 3V to 58-60 HRC, so I expect that SR-3V @62 to have even higher edge retention.

In another video the same guy tests INFI the exactly same way and achieved 88 cuts:

Edge geometry highly influenced the results, as knifesteelnerds.com explains that the thinner edge angle is, the more it holds an edge in normal use (while under abuse and extreme force it inverts).
However, in my own practical experience the SR-3V Free Rein seems to hold an edge longer than the INFI Skinny ASH-1 (can't say how much longer, but feels longer).

 

[Jack of All Blades]

Here, please jump directly to minute 3:20 in this independent test:

You can see in his listing CPM 3V in knives from Cold Steel and Bark River being very close to each other - achieving around 200 cuts. Further down in the list you see D2 which achieved 120 cuts. Both Cold Steel and Bark River heat treat their 3V to 58-60 HRC, so I expect that SR-3V @62 to have even higher edge retention.

In another video the same guy tests INFI the exactly same way and achieved 88 cuts:

Edge geometry highly influenced the results, as knifesteelnerds.com explains that the thinner edge angle is, the more it holds an edge in normal use (while under abuse and extreme force it inverts).
However, in my own practical experience the SR-3V Free Rein seems to hold an edge longer than the INFI Skinny ASH-1 (can't say how much longer, but feels longer).

Should be noted, the way he tested infi wasn’t really the same as the other tests. With infi he used both hands to really push down into the rope and cutting board, using only push cuts. yes it is good information but can’t really be compared with the other tests cut for cut.

I wish he got ahold of something thinner in infi to tests.

 

[Cobalt]

Should be noted, the way he tested infi wasn’t really the same as the other tests. With infi he used both hands to really push down into the rope and cutting board, using only push cuts. yes it is good information but can’t really be compared with the other tests cut for cut.

I wish he got ahold of something thinner in infi to tests.

And it's impossible to compare steels if the edge geometry isn't the same or very close.

 

[MacLaren1]

And it's impossible to compare steels if the edge geometry isn't the same or very close.

+1

 

[PeteyTwoPointOne]

And it's impossible to compare steels if the edge geometry isn't the same or very close.

yup, useless....one differing variable is one too many

 

[Boss1911]

"in my humble opinion" I use every knife I have but I have been taught to use a tool for what it's made for. I don't Hammer with a ratchet. I believe if used properly a knife designed for the task from , Carothers, Ka-Bar, Tops, Busse, Swamprat, or scrapyard will probably get the job done for several years if maintaind correctly.
I have used 1095 Beckers for years without a failure. Yes I'm a Busse guy know because I love the community and look forward to the new designs. And I have a solid level of added confidence in my Infi blades, but I'm certain that my old Becker Brute or Magnum Camp will get the job done and help to get me home safe.
Remember it's the Indian not the Arrow that determines the outcome.

By the way I have been drinking with Jerry all night and he tipped over about a hour ago, so this entire post could be bullshit... You decide.
Boss