Sandvik 13C26 or the S30v

I have the sandvic Avid and love it.It does get laser sharp and seems to hold up pretty well for me.It cost a whole $30.00 + shipping.Id like to try the Kershaw.
 
I should point out that they are two different models.

The Speed Bump is made out of Santoprene and Akulon (injection molded) handle with a 13C26 Sandvik blade. #1595 (also was available as 1595ALBLK, black alum. handle)

The Spec Bump uses a 3-D machined G-10 handles with an S30V blade. #1596
The last of the Spec Bumps were released with stonewashed S30V blades. #1596SW
 
me2 said:
13C26 for sure. I don't think 12c27 is a step up from it, but a choice between these 2 would be much more difficult.
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i've found that 12c27 stays sharper longer, and is more resistant than 13c26 to rust. the great thing about these 2 sandvik steels are there value. the cost to performance ratio is awesome.:thumbup:
 
I've had great luck with S30V since most of my EDCs use this steel. Not too bad to sharpen and does stay "user-sharp" for a long time. On my Spyderco Sage2 I have had some chipping issues but not on any other S30V based knife.
 
I'd go with S30V as long as the heat treat is good. I can whittle hair with my S30V, and it seems to keep a working/shaving edge for a very long time after it stops whittling hair. Corrosion resistance is also good.
 
all hood allen said:
13c26 is my vote. it really does get scare sharp.:thumbup:

i have the for-mentioned buck vantage pro(s30v) and avid(13c26).

i prefer the avid over the pro, i have ABUSED that knife on a few camping trips. no problems.
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Was either of those blades treated by Paul? Have his logo>?
 
I've heard that 12C27 was a straight razor steel. Haven't heard much on the other Sandvik steels. I'm a fan of edge stability & freaky edges but have yet to get my hands on any Sandvik stuff. It's hard to say much about S30V because it's become a baseline steel. I've used it a bit in different knives & it's an all-around good performer. Reminds me of 154CM with more wear resistance.
 
Hi, the S30v I've had chips and isn't easy to re-sharpen if you want a super steel get S35VN It's has a nice feel and you can put a edge on easily, or just re-edge the sandvik more often sandvic has a nice feel also. George God bless
 
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