Technology for understanding the digital world and mitigating electronic threats. I didnât experience any practical differences in toughness versus other steels of this class, but more importantly I didnât experience any negatives like edge rolling, chipping or a broken tip. (For me, my CRK Impofu is the favorite for chopping.) Read honest and unbiased product reviews ⦠Piotr was introduced to his adventurous lifestyle when he was 10 by his father, a certified sailor and alpine-style climber. It started for me in March of 2019 at IWA Show in Nurnberg, when Tim from CRK asked if I could keep my lips sealed about a new product for a full year. Be the first to review âSpyderco C81GPFGR2 Paramilitary 2 CPM-S45VN Satin Plain Blade, Forest Green G10 Handles, Sprint Runâ Cancel reply You must be logged in to post a review. Chris Reeve Knives isnât a company known for rushing into new designs or materials without thorough testing. I can confirm some increase in the edge holding, mainly when whittling or cutting fibrous materials like cardboard and rope. Eat Fish, Wear Grundens, Drink Alaskan. Mike Stewart of Bark River notes that he has been asking Crucible Steel to make a steel like this for years. Designed in collaboration with MeatEaterâs Steven Rinella, the new 15500-1 Meatcrafter is a hybrid hunting fixed blade featuring our SelectEdge⢠14-degree edge angle that provides a fine, smooth edge to trim, debone, or slice your preferred cuts of meat. Enter S45VN, which offers increased chromium, nitrogen and niobium content, with an even finer structure that makes it an absolute champion in corrosion resistance. Cutting, slicing, skinning, scraping, puncturing, you name it. This hardworking blade is made from CPM S45vn (60-61 rockwell) at a 1/8th inch stock, making the Mini Gunny a mean slicer. He asked me to really put it through its paces over the next year and provide him reports every couple of weeks. (Using common sense during use, of course.). At ITS, our goal is to foster a community dedicated to learning methods, ideas and knowledge that could save your life. I was really excited to be involved in this evaluation of S45VN for Chris Reeve Knives. I look forward to what you write and hope you continue to contribute. Crucible Industries CPM S35VN was born in 2009 from a desire to make Crucibleâs earlier super steel, CPM S30VN, even better. Additionally, you can expect my continued updates on the use of the knife both on Blade Forums and the CRK fan group on Facebook. sal. What a Steel. Baron Mind Member Posts: 378 Joined: Tue Mar 13, 2018 10:18 pm. CPM S45VN is a collaboration between Crucible and Niagara Specialty Metals. Just not what those steels shine at. It will be a welcome change and more of a natural evolution eventually I think. Crucible set out to increase the toughness and edge retention, while keeping corrosion resistance at a premium. This is the steel that launched the Sebenza, and ⦠Itâs quite common to see corrosion or dark spots in these parts, especially after submersion in seawater. Thanks to the generosity of our supporting members and occasionally earning money from qualifying purchases as an Amazon Associate, (when you click our Amazon links) weâve eliminated annoying ads and content. Itâs hard to determine how substantial it is and while itâs not a quantum leap in wear resistance, I was able to go longer in between sharpening than previous steels. CPM® S45-VN. CPM SPY27 is a steel produced by Crucible exclusively for Spyderco. This is probably due to the increased carbon and decreased vanadium. Initial composition was developed by Niagara and then production and final composition refined by Crucible. It is a step forward from S35VN but its improvements are incremental better not orders of magnitude better. Now he continues his family tradition and shows his kids how to live a full life in the great outdoors; teaching them survival skills, shooting and archery. Bird & Trout S45VN Desert Ironwood Burl - Black Liners - Mosaic Pins - #3 The ease of sharpening is really where the steel shines. Crucible achieved the balance by combining a vanadium for edge retention with a high percentage of chromium. Additionally, if you were planning on purchasing a CRK knife in S35VN, I wouldnât hesitate to pull the trigger. These days, he gladly shares his 30+ years of outdoor experience with people around the globe from his current location: Poland, European Union. I also think that S45VN is an upgrade over Elmax as it has similar edge retention but somewhat better potential hardness, corrosion resistance, toughness, and a ⦠(Itâs an even longer time for keeping a secret.) Editorâs Note: Piotr Ma is an avid outdoorsman, adventurer, mountaineer and certified open sea sailor. Knowledge and tips to give you the mental edge and prevail in any situation. jasonstone20. S45VN goes head-to-head with Elmax in edge retention, S45VN is an absolutely great steel that will be a new industry standard. Overall toughness isnât something stainless steel is known for, but the new material kept pace with any other premium steel Iâve tried. The steel looks somewhat similar to S35VN but with increased Nb and N, decreased C and V, and a 1.5% cobalt addition. I initially thought he was kidding, but quickly agreed and he produced from his pocket a large Inkosi knife. What about CRK collectors though? S45VN is a king when it comes to field sharpening. If so, weâd love to have you as a Crew Leader by joining our annual membership! 6104 W Pioneer Pkwy Ste 212Arlington, TX 76013[email protected]. - Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Sprint Run C81GPFGR2 Folding Knife, Satin 3.437" Plain Edge CPM-S45VN Blade, Diamond Arc⢠Forest Green G-10 Handle $225.00 $157.50 Compare Saw cut strips are cut on a bandsaw. If youâve already got an Inkosi in S35VN, I canât see a practical reason why youâd switch. As you can see by the photos, the S45VN on the Inkosi is as clean as it was when new. CPM S45VN is a martensitic stainless steel specifically created to transcend its predecessors. Copyright © 2000-2020 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. A compact version of the iconic Bravo, the Gunny has all the same great design features in its compact form. Skills we advocate to get you through anything life throws at you. The chemistry has been rebalanced to improve corrison resistance, wear resistance and edge retention. S30V quickly became a favorite of many knife manufacturers and was no doubt the hottest steel of the mid-2000âs. (On paper at least.). Also despite the lack of change in heat treatment, the S45VN has an HRC (Hardness Rating) of 61-62 vs. the 59-60 of the S35VN. CPM S45VN 143* CPM S35VN 140* CPM S30V 145 154CM 120 440C 100 So CPMS30V has better Edge Retention than CPM S45VN - like any of us will be able to discern a 3% difference. SUMMARY: CPM 345VN steel is a high alloy stainless steel with outstanding edge retention, increased corrosion resistance, and modest toughness. deleted...remembering the grief I've taken here before...(even from folks I've helped with this stuff!). CPM S45VN is a collaboration between Crucible and Niagara Specialty Metals. The resulting steel is expected to have similar hardness and corrosion resistance to â¦