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The BEST STEELS for EDC Knives! 

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These are my personal opinions based off of MY experiences. Thanks for listening!

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@daver6564
@daver6564 7 месяцев назад
I’ve always liked 154CM and S30V. I’ve had good look keeping them sharp simply using a ceramic rod and strop. I have a magnacut blade on order. I hope it’s similar.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Awesome! I hope you love it. ❤😊
@franka9760
@franka9760 7 месяцев назад
Thanks so much, Erica, I love discussions of knife steel! My collection features a wide range of different steels, tending toward the more modern stuff. I follow Knife Steel Nerds and got a copy of Larrin Thomas's book, which is enlightening. My budget is very limited so it's hard for me to get into custom makers. But keep doing what you do and sharing your experiences! Thanks again!
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
@@franka9760 thanks so much for the kind words!
@glennoliversoliversthefogo4976
@glennoliversoliversthefogo4976 7 месяцев назад
I love your old farm videos. They had a cool rural vibe to them
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I’ll get back into that stuff some day!!!
@The335plyr
@The335plyr 7 месяцев назад
I’ve been using a hand forged fixed blade in white #1 and it’s blown me away with the performance. Ground super thin and 63/64 for hardness and the dang thing won’t dull. Still shaving hair. All of that to say I’m with you sticking with custom makers and think that’s a great route to take for those seeking the highest performance!
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Cheers to that!🎉
@rasputinscastle
@rasputinscastle 6 месяцев назад
Thanks for all you do. Your wisdom is unsurpassed, and you're kind enough to pass it on.😊 Spot on.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 6 месяцев назад
Thank you!
@AndrewBradley-kx4bb
@AndrewBradley-kx4bb 7 месяцев назад
OUTSTANDING opinion, and experience! I own 4 very good knives. I feel like the ELMAX, and MAGNACUT are equal, but I have a knife in CPM3V, and it must be the steel, and great blade geometry because it stays sharp, and cuts for a long time! Good LUCK with your blades Ladies, and Gentlemen.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Love it!❤🎉
@richardvirchow3390
@richardvirchow3390 7 месяцев назад
I love my Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight supposedly with a BD1N blade. But what made me fall in love with it was when I began my hand sharpening and got the knife “holy-shit-sharp”. Someday I hope to know today’s knife metals like you know them. Nice video.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
You will get there! Cheers!🎉
@StitchJones
@StitchJones 7 месяцев назад
I love my Para 3, I use it almost every day and I take great care of it.
@craigslater2321
@craigslater2321 7 месяцев назад
I bought a Buck 110 in 1982, that knife is still going strong !
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
That is so cool!🎉
@SoldMyKidsForKnives
@SoldMyKidsForKnives 6 месяцев назад
I am a huge fan of Spyderco. I love that they are always trying new steels. I also appreciate that they did not rush their Magnacut knives to market before they did their own in-house testing to get the heat treat dialed in.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 6 месяцев назад
I love them for the same reasons!
@Stans_Cutlery_Universe
@Stans_Cutlery_Universe 7 месяцев назад
Great conversation and good information. Can't wait to see what you have coming in to test. Thanks for sharing, Live Long Prosper and Collect Your Own Way!
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Cheers!
@ivanovfarit
@ivanovfarit 6 месяцев назад
Totally agree. It's hard to say better. It's hard to be more relevant on the topic. Really appreciate. Thanks a lot.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 6 месяцев назад
Thanks for watching!
@ivanovfarit
@ivanovfarit 6 месяцев назад
@@ericasedc It's my pleasure.
@donc5220
@donc5220 7 месяцев назад
Bohler Uddeholm Austria Yep ... I love K390 aswell it gets soo thing n sharp it sings went you touch the edge its has acoustics .. Cant wait to see this 888 matrix... yeah rex45 is amazing!!! I think I remember you saying yours is 8 or 9 thou now .. I thinned mine then microconvexed the edge . I love talking bout steel thanks for this one! Rex45 Delica be sick...
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Thanks for always tuning in D!
@robertbarnum7541
@robertbarnum7541 7 месяцев назад
I get it with the lockback. My knife-in-pocket is the Stretch 2 in K390 and my keychain knife is the Ladybug also in K390. I wish that I could get a Stretch 2 in Magnacut and S90V. I'll re-examine S45V. One of your best vids, top notch. Thank you.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Woohoo!!!
@JustStartingOut-nt8ve
@JustStartingOut-nt8ve 7 месяцев назад
K390 Stretch 2 in my picket. K390 Ladybug also in my pocket. And, K390 Police 4 in my kitchen :)
@LI_Fishing_and_Knives
@LI_Fishing_and_Knives 7 месяцев назад
S45VN PM2 will serve you very well
@robertbarnum7541
@robertbarnum7541 7 месяцев назад
@@ericasedc The video that you made here is really something else. Beyond NK and MC. You went to the NSbz level. There must be, but I don't know of any one else at that place. Penetrating, deep, and somehow emotionally moving. You tapped a part of yourself that I have only seen with NS, although NK is nearby.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
@@robertbarnum7541 wow thank you!!!
@hdrider2071
@hdrider2071 7 месяцев назад
Thanks Erica this info is so helpful . I will be picking up k390 native that i was on the fence about. My opinion is Larin is suggesting rockwell for max toughness when sacrificing a little toughness is ok for better edge retention. Now get off my Mom cause I just got off yours !
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Bahahahaha love the mom jokes!
@scotthilliard9841
@scotthilliard9841 7 месяцев назад
Another reason I love the oz Rosie I’ve used there magnacut at 63/64 hrc for over a month every day and it’s still shaving sharp and cuts paper towels with a factory edge
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I love hearing that!!!!
@o.k.corral
@o.k.corral 7 месяцев назад
Hello Erica. Thank you for your always intelligent thoughts. I'm in Switzerland, so I don't have easy access to the renowned cutlers you mentioned. To stay in industrial production, I can give you the example of EXTREMA RATIO which manufactures knives in N690Co steel of 58 HRC, so well worked, in particular perfectly tempered, which are really 🔝. The same goes for the GERBER StrongArm in 420HC steel: a must for many military operators. Personally I love the MagnaCut, the M390, the CPM-20CV, the S45VN, etc. who achieve winning results on several fronts. But I also defend the intrinsic value of more modest steels that are perfectly functional for a lower price or so well worked that they stand out victorious from the crowd.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Thanks so much for watching!!!
@donnymac575
@donnymac575 20 дней назад
You are a very unique person. A female who geeks out on all things knives, including using them.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 20 дней назад
@@donnymac575 thank you!
@zero61288
@zero61288 7 месяцев назад
Sharpening K390 is pretty easy with DMT stones. I bought a Spyderco K390 Leaf jumper, like you had, back in September. The edge was not the greatest. Very uneven and wonky. I was able to reprofile, free hand on my DMT stones and it was a breeze. Very nice steel to work with
@57HEMIviken
@57HEMIviken 7 месяцев назад
Even though my edge came wonky as well this leafjumper with k390 is an absolutely incredible experience! I cant get it out of my pocket
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
It’s so fun!
@mikeym1875
@mikeym1875 7 месяцев назад
I feel the same about M4. I have a beautiful edge on my M4 Delica. Not to hard to sharpen on diamonds either.
@marcelpfeiffer6587
@marcelpfeiffer6587 7 месяцев назад
Hi Erica, great Info. My favorite steels are still K390 and M4.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I LOVE M4!
@Kens_knives
@Kens_knives 7 месяцев назад
I have a Esee Izula in s-35vn and I love this little knife I have costume scales and a costume Kydex sheath with a small tech-lock I use the hell out of it and real easy to bring back a good edge! Thanks for another good steal rant Erica keep it coming and you have a great day girl!🔪🔪⚔️🖐️
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I love that for you! Enjoy your day my friend!
@Itrieditathome889
@Itrieditathome889 7 месяцев назад
Rex45, K390 (and 10v), 4v and S90V top the list for me. I also do a lot of "dirty" cutting with abrasive junk and find these do the best, none of them are terrible to sharpen, which is why Maxamet won't make the list, the amount of effort and time to sharpen it isn't worth the extra 20% edge retention compared to k390.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I hear ya🎉
@LI_Fishing_and_Knives
@LI_Fishing_and_Knives 7 месяцев назад
Loved the vid Erica. Agree that K390 is the shit - My family consists of a Stretch, Ladbug and SE Delica (the SE K390 is now discontinued I believe). Another one to throw out there is SPY27. I have a Para3 in this and it slices. Have been very impressed with SPY27. That Magnacut SCC is fricking sweeeeet.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I love SPY27 for an entry level stainless! It’s pretty neat!
@addytuney2028
@addytuney2028 7 месяцев назад
Thanks Erica! 🍑🍑MAMA so happy!! I love the "super steels" and i do not care they take a bit longer to sharpen. My Magnacut scallion is holding up great, seems like kershaw (@ least on mine) went with a higher Rockwell C. I have the most experience with cpm440v (S60V) and wish that steel would have taken off. Hard use in 4 folders and never chipped, great edge retention and not to hard to sharpen.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Wooohoo!🎉🎉🎉
@DuhYaThink
@DuhYaThink 7 месяцев назад
CruWear is a great all around steel. Also love k390,cpm20cv MagnaCut, good ol s30v. ✌🏼
@drunknnirish
@drunknnirish 7 месяцев назад
From my experience Cruwear takes the best edge of any of the higher alloy tool steels. It is just a dream to sharpen.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Awesome choices!
@davidkurle5418
@davidkurle5418 7 месяцев назад
Always great to hear your thoughts on this! I'm planning to get a magnacut knife sometime this year, I really want to try that steel for hunting. Have a great night, E!
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I think you will be pleased! You as well!
@tcarp1616
@tcarp1616 7 месяцев назад
I laughed out loud when you said strop on some crusty belt… Thin and hard…..😂😂😂 Good video I’m really into just old school steals that I can sharpen. Thanks fam!
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I totally have a place in my heart for those too!❤ thanks so much for watching😂😊
@D00MTR33
@D00MTR33 7 месяцев назад
Its hard to pick a favorite stainless, but if i had to its s125v. There's a reason why its called the queen of stainless steels. Nothing I've used came close to it, except m398 but they feel different. S125v feels like it never gets dull. It'll lose its initial shaving sharpness, but then will remain in its working sharpness forever. M398 keeps an edge close enough (both are at 65hrc) but it dulls gradually. I really like Magnacut, s90v, elmax and Aeb-l when they have custom heat treatment for various reasons. But for edc use which is just cutting s125v is tough to beat. For non stainless i really like Vanadis 10, k390, Z-max, Cruwear and 3V. But Rex 121 rules above all when it comes to edge retention.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Thanks for joining in!
@hanikaram3351
@hanikaram3351 7 месяцев назад
because of one of your videos I acquired three spyderco backlock made in Japan two in K390 one in ZDP the ones in k390 are lasers
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Yesssss
@hanikaram3351
@hanikaram3351 7 месяцев назад
later i added the fixde blade one k390 spyderco , thanks Erica
@NoahAndVanessa
@NoahAndVanessa 7 месяцев назад
“ Your mom thick” 😂 Nice riff. Thanks for the steel input
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Anytime!
@kid5Media
@kid5Media 7 месяцев назад
Got my first Rex 45 yesterday, a Manix2 lw since I couldn't get one in magnacut.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Still an incredible choice. You’ll love it!!!!
@joshcutlip7548
@joshcutlip7548 7 месяцев назад
Terra knives makes great magnacut knives at 64 hrc. I was blown away by the difference when compared to the first batch magnacut deka.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I have heard great things about those!
@davegoodridge8352
@davegoodridge8352 7 месяцев назад
Lots of information and knowledge.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Thanks🎉
@rob10ring
@rob10ring 7 месяцев назад
That little Esee is kinda cool! Love seeing the Delica come out in different steels.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Yes!!!
@coyote4936
@coyote4936 7 месяцев назад
I have an S45vn paramilitary 2. All black, paramilitary 2 all black in S30v and one in S110v paramilitary 2 in teal blue and satin all are rad. The S110v version is the sharpest knife I’ve ever owned.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Woohoo!🎉
@fivestarsteve
@fivestarsteve 7 месяцев назад
My pm2 in cpm 15 v ,, k390 ,, and s30 v are all sharp as f**k out of the box ,,, Spyderco is what I own the most ,, and they are all Awesome 😊
@ToRo909r
@ToRo909r 7 месяцев назад
Cruwear is my jam. It’s the steel I have the most of. I love M4, 4V, LC200N, CTSXHP, and S45VN. Next I’ll try Magnacut.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Awesome choices!
@matthewweaver1123
@matthewweaver1123 7 месяцев назад
I really miss my sodbuster jr. Yellow handles hollow ground 1095. I had it working at a convenience store 20 years ago and that thing chewed up cardboard boxes and begged for more. All geometry.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Heck yes🎉🎉🎉
@paulyoder865
@paulyoder865 7 месяцев назад
They still make that model, I just bought one and it cuts like a laser.
@paulyoder865
@paulyoder865 7 месяцев назад
If CASE used VG 10 for their stainless steel instead of whatever it is, that would be a great upgrade. I can get a Chinese knife in VG 10 for around $15, so cost shouldn’t be an issue.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Right
@singingtoad
@singingtoad 7 месяцев назад
Thanks very much for presenting your experience with modern blade steels for EDC use. I respect your opinions and value your advice. I only have one knife in cpmMagnaCut thus far, Spyderco Native 5 LW and so far it's performed extremely well; I really like it. 👍I'd like to get a knife in K390 someday, though. Anyway, take care and Cheers!
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Thanks for watching ST. I appreciate you!
@jaylongton
@jaylongton 7 месяцев назад
Another great video! Thanks for the educational info!
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Thanks for watching!❤
@Knife_guy
@Knife_guy 7 месяцев назад
I have a theory about companies making soft steel. By making a softer “tough” steel they are reducing the risk of the edge chipping or the blade straight up breaking. If a knife dulls fast it is easier for them to point to misuse or normal wear. But if an edge chips or a blade breaks that looks less like a customers fault. I think it’s a holdover from older times when steels were less modern and people used their knives more so excessive sharpening was normal. With todays modern steels and peoples changing demands from their knives some companies are just slow or unable to adapt. I will give Spyderco a pass because they have always been performance based with their knives, there is a reason they are ugly 😂🤣😂🤣.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Oh absolutely brother!!!!!
@coyote4936
@coyote4936 7 месяцев назад
Case cv steel is an example of this
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
@@coyote4936 YES🤣🥰
@TheScrawnyLumberjack
@TheScrawnyLumberjack 7 месяцев назад
They run them soft because it’s cheaper to produce. Easier to grind, easier to finish, less abrasives are used.
@schlooonginator1227
@schlooonginator1227 7 месяцев назад
Absolutely, look at Esee knives and their warranty of no questions asked lifetime warranty transferable. Most production knives are under hardened while smaller custom makers maximize hardness for performance. I don't know for sure but imagine all the production companies offering 3V are probably max 60Rc.Benchmade,Cold Steel etc. It makes financial sense at every level, more durable, easier to manufacture, fewer images of broken blades on the internet.
@DaddyBrodes
@DaddyBrodes 6 месяцев назад
Bought a matching set large and small Sebenza 31 in magnacut with HRC at 63-64 and they are performing beautifully. Also got a Folklore and Mako from Creely Blades in magnacut also at 63. I definitely recommend all of these. Though I like S35VN better than S45VN.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 6 месяцев назад
Nice!
@brianrollet1165
@brianrollet1165 7 месяцев назад
Knowledge is key... I love learning
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I do as well!🎉
@robertbarnum7541
@robertbarnum7541 7 месяцев назад
Yes, all the way with Spyderco. You can definitely get addicted to the Mule Team drops. Check out the tricked-out ceramic coming.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Yes those are sick🎉
@c7t1consulting87
@c7t1consulting87 7 месяцев назад
Hey Erica. You mention stropping a bunch and I’m currently looking for a do it all strop. I have everything 154cm on an older ZT to a new Spyderco Native 5 Salt in MagnaCut. Could you please do a video and or just recommend one to me? Thanks for all your content!
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I have a ton of videos on this. Check them out under my “Sharpening” playlist! Current favorite is my strop from Richter Knives. ❤
@kvernesdotten
@kvernesdotten 6 месяцев назад
"Sharpened prybar" is such a good descriptor for so many tasks I use knives for and sums up why I have a set of good knives and a set of cheapo beater knives haha ^^
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 6 месяцев назад
Same here!!!
@marcthompson4063
@marcthompson4063 3 месяца назад
Love your channel, excellent Knowledge of steel!
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 3 месяца назад
Thanks so much- that means a lot to me!
@jaywalker2012
@jaywalker2012 7 месяцев назад
Well most of the time when you go with custom made anything it’s all most always better. Custom cabinets in your home, custom cars, custom homes the list goes on. Custom manufactures have the ability to push limits and make exactly what you want versus going and getting some thing that’s mass produced for general sales. The big knife companies might be lagging on pushing higher hardness levels vs custom makers based because a custom maker ruins a knife during heat treatment it not as big as of lose when compared to a big manufacturer losing a batch where they have hundreds of blades being heat treated. Just my point of view having worked both in custom manufacturing, and in mass production manufacturing. Ok now for my favorite chunk of metal to have a blade made from is CPM 154 cm and that’s probably because I just love and use the knife so much that has that blade. The knife is not best slicer hell it’s probably not the best at any one task but it’s just plain useful and fits my hand so perfectly I don’t use any of my other fancy knives 😂.My DPx gear HEST/F Urban with the CPM 154 cm is just a solid performer. I agree with you 100% though about using your stuff because if you don’t like using it no matter what it’s made out of you won’t use it at all.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Cheers! Thanks for joining into the convo!
@_BLANK_BLANK
@_BLANK_BLANK 7 месяцев назад
Doing a separate comment, i'm running mine as hard as it gets. About 65 hrc. Though i do kitchen knives. It really shouldnt be any issue as far as toughness. Magnacut really isnt that bad to grind compared to what I'm used to though, even at 65, but im doing a lot of work in the 66.5-69 hrc range, with steels that have a lot high mc type carbide volume.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Nice!
@deadvikingtrolls
@deadvikingtrolls 4 месяца назад
Really enjoying my hogue ritter in magnacut. Haven't had it tested but it's said to be between 61-63 hrc. While that's soft by your standards I've worked with it for a month and see virtually no damage on the edge compared to my cold steel s35vn and one of my benchmade 945's in s90v that I suspect had a poor heat treat. (Much harder, more crisp s90v on the custom 945 though. Haven't tested it thoroughly but I suspect it will do well. Order fresh.)
@the_knights_edge
@the_knights_edge 6 месяцев назад
Just found your channel through this video, i just started a channel so its definitely frustrating that the algorithm hasnt brought me to you yet lol i like your content and you're definitely right, great commute to work video! 🤘
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 6 месяцев назад
Welcome!!!!
@lsimm15
@lsimm15 7 месяцев назад
How do you feel about CPM M4? I’m currently carrying a Benchmade Bailout in M4. I’m teetering on the edge of buying Spyderco Shaman in 15V. I’ve had good luck with the bailout but I’m wanting to move on from the tanto style blade. Stuck trying to figure out what steel I should go to.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I LOVE M4! As long as it’s not burnt, crusty dog $hit😂 I have had some burnt M4 from Benchmade and it chipped like heck. But tested John’s M4 from BGM Knives and it was incredible!
@_BLANK_BLANK
@_BLANK_BLANK 7 месяцев назад
Sorry. 3rd comment😂. That matrix steel from bohler definitely wont blow k390, 10v, or any similar high vanadium cold work tool steel out of the water. That stuff is going to have fairly low wear resistance, but high toughness. Its going to basically be like z-tuff or 1v. S690, is something interesting that very well will have quite high wear resistance, as well as vanadis 60, but vanadis 60 is pretty hard to find.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Yes. I have heard. I think the person I was talking to about the K888M was a little.. over zealous with the excitement. 😂❤
@user-hk9du6px9x
@user-hk9du6px9x 7 месяцев назад
I use S35VN. Is 45 better? I have used S90VN, but misplaced the knife quickly so I can't really say the higher number is better. S30 is great too!
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I enjoy 45 better yes!
@badmpg
@badmpg 7 месяцев назад
Thoughts on Rex45 vs CPM M4? Have native and shaman in M4 as it was more available at the time. Can be hard to find Rex45 spydercos
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I like 45 better. ❤
@badmpg
@badmpg 6 месяцев назад
@@ericasedc why though? M4 , depending on hardness , may even have a little better toughness and edge retention. Also seems more readily available and cheaper. Granted on paper it looks like a toss up, just wondering why you prefer one to other. Perhaps Rex is more exclusive and rare
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 6 месяцев назад
@@badmpg REX has better toughness and front end sharpness from my experience
@jkanecutlery
@jkanecutlery 7 месяцев назад
Looks like they’re going for high toughness with K888. It’s similar in composition to CPM-1V.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I’m soooo stoked about it! I need to somehow get my dirty paws on that one🤣
@wills.8662
@wills.8662 7 месяцев назад
I'm waiting for the Microjimbo. It's initial release will be "only" in s30v but it is Spyderco's heat treat. I pre-ordered it. But I didn't pre-order it from REC and people got theirs REC while I am still waiting. . DOH.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
That lil guy looks awesome!
@soulbuiltkwadjo
@soulbuiltkwadjo 7 месяцев назад
"I like your mom to be thicc" 😂 Go in, Erica!! Love the video, from the personalized levity to the data-driven rankings. Im definitely looking forward to seeing what people have to say about hrc +62. In Our knife making, thats been a tough sell. But appreciate you putting it out there, and again, taking the time to cover these solid steels.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Thanks so much!!!❤
@TheWatcher60401
@TheWatcher60401 3 месяца назад
I favor corrosion resistance. My top 5 favorite steels are lc200n, magnacut, 20cv, s110v, and spy27.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 3 месяца назад
Great choices!
@mikep.9371
@mikep.9371 7 месяцев назад
HI Erica, this is Mike "Alpha 1" clone. I'm responding as the copy that I was cloned from OEM Mike had his cranium blown as you predicted. He is unavailable at this time. I (A1) carried a MSI in my right pocket today. Good summery review of the knife steels that you tested. I believe that a proper heat treatment / tempering oven gives custom makers a lot more control over the knife / steel combination that they have chosen. Take care and I believe that OEM Mike will be commenting in the future after his recovery!
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
🤣🤣🤣all my love to you MIKE!🥰
@quickslashgib5800
@quickslashgib5800 7 месяцев назад
Pm2 s45n is far outlasting my kershaw link 20cv. It’s far too real how much heat treat matters.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Yes🎉
@Commander_Cody7
@Commander_Cody7 7 месяцев назад
Love my women thick and soft, and knives thin and hard 😂 love the vid as always! Good stuff
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Twins!!!!!😂🎉
@rugersoldier
@rugersoldier 7 месяцев назад
Sidenote, check that new Kershaw in magnacut, someone called it a bug out killer
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Not a fan of Kershaw!
@timtitus2532
@timtitus2532 7 месяцев назад
I literally just went through my knife collection to catalog the different blade materials I own, 27 different blade materials... The only types of blades I've tested were my machetes, not going to go into that. But I'm anxious to get my hands on a good Magnacut knife as it's a steel I don't have yet. Any suggestions for a locking folder less than $200.00? Love your enthusiasm for the hobby. Keep it up and stay true. Thanks
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Spyderco Native 5 LW in Magnacut!!! Thanks so much for your support!
@wills.8662
@wills.8662 7 месяцев назад
I second that suggestion it looks like Spyderco is putting out new Salt knives in magnacut. They have a PM2 salt coming out soon and also a magnacut Manix2 lw in addition to the aforementioned native 5 lw in magnacut.
@marcthompson4063
@marcthompson4063 3 месяца назад
How about M4? I have a benchmade super freek. Love it🙂
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 3 месяца назад
Yes it can be great!
@martinsunnergren
@martinsunnergren 6 месяцев назад
Thanks for a great vid! What do you think about companies not disclosing the HRC?
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 6 месяцев назад
I think it’s sus😂
@chriselliott484
@chriselliott484 7 месяцев назад
For me I still like s30v but I have a k390 delica and it's extremely sharp and I was using my s110v para 3 until I messed up the tip on my lanksy
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Awh man!
@robpayne9500
@robpayne9500 6 месяцев назад
I have a few magnacut from different makers. The spyderco seems better than the bradford but I haven't spent enough time with the bark river to see where it falls. After having used magnacut I still like cru-wear better, it's just not stainless.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 6 месяцев назад
I hear ya!
@catchofthedave8681
@catchofthedave8681 7 месяцев назад
I love rex 45 and k390. I want to really try BBB's 15v. I have not played with magnacut, but it sounds cool, I do like m390/20cv and 110v as far as stainless steels.. I wonder why it is that these "combat knives" use this like 1095 or 5160 spring steel and then they harden it to 56-58?? I understand that they want the blade to be "bullet proof" and never break, but it's crazy. With the steels and tech out there, I agree with you, it's sickening what is being done. I think they know they have a loyal customer base and those people are not into super steels. What are some forums you recommend to see some of the discussions about super steels and custom heat treats and stuff like that? I follow the spyderco reddit forum and some of the spyderco forums, etc.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I don’t follow any forums so I actually have no clue. I’m sorry!❤
@Barney_Greenway
@Barney_Greenway 7 месяцев назад
I'm a bit sad, tbh. Bought a Taggedout in MagnaCut and I think Benchmade keeps the HRC relatively low--60 to 62 I think? It's a fine knife, yet from your comments I think that it may not be the finest representation of that steel. Please excuse me, as I go and shed some tears now 😢
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Get some custom stuff!
@Barney_Greenway
@Barney_Greenway 7 месяцев назад
@@ericasedc Will try, hopefully while avoiding international shipping as I'm from Germany 🫣
@samturner6455
@samturner6455 7 месяцев назад
You should look into ZDP-189.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I have!🥰
@chrisreuther4546
@chrisreuther4546 7 месяцев назад
Ok…. Another odd one I have if the steel can be hardened more with the new steels and increase performance… would a hollow grind not be better long term for overall slicey characteristics due to the thinness behind the edge and how long it will retain that but the steels provide better edge stability so a flat grind is not as critical for blade integrity?
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I have had great luck with double hollow, hollow, and full flat. Thanks for watching!❤
@o.k.corral
@o.k.corral 7 месяцев назад
Hello Erica 👋😃 What controversy is there about the Bark River MagnaCut ? What about White River ?  
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Look it up❤ No comment on WR!
@thundair
@thundair 6 месяцев назад
With regards to toughness, I do agree generally. But even given how hard you make a point of being on your knives, perhaps not all customers know how to handle their knives? Maybe customer service has had some guy trying to return a lil slicy boi that he tried to use to pry open a jammed car hood, and is mad that 'you said this was super steel, what do you MEAN it can't support the weight of 30-50 feral hogs???'
@tomt5745
@tomt5745 7 месяцев назад
As a simpleton a.k.a a noob, i must say i enjoy Sandvik 14C28N, but i can be biased due to where i come from. :-)
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Nice!!!🎉
@Barney_Greenway
@Barney_Greenway 7 месяцев назад
My theory with HRC is, that you (normally) can't measure it at home and it's not a visible difference, so some lazy companies just hype the steel and keep the numbers in the fine print... 😠
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Mhm!
@tmille10
@tmille10 6 месяцев назад
Live by k390 ! Have the stretch 2straight, or 30:27 Endela , in left pocket everyday, I want a BGM javelin in cru wear
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 6 месяцев назад
Do it!!!!!
@Tom-cp6yj
@Tom-cp6yj 5 месяцев назад
My new favorite is my usa made Kershaw Blur in magnacut.
@feralcruz2093
@feralcruz2093 7 месяцев назад
Ive been a life long cheap knife user, but now im ordering a spyderco in s45vn just to see whats up. Also what is up with so many people talking about cutting cardboard? Like do people really have jobs where they have to cut cardboard all day, and does said job pay enough to justify spending 200 bucks on a knife to use at work? And what is up with folks saying that wood isn't abrasive? I do greenwood carving as a side hustle and in my experience wood definitely dulls a knife 🤷
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I don’t know what the cardboard craze is. It’s just what people want to know about😂❤
@feralcruz2093
@feralcruz2093 7 месяцев назад
@@ericasedc oh! 🤣🤣🤣
@wills.8662
@wills.8662 7 месяцев назад
I work in retail and unload trucks. Before I got into knives I used a cheap box cutter from work then I bought a fancy boxcutter that I broke cutting cardboard from a cardboard bailer. Then I got a leatherman wave from a pawn shop. Today I have a knife collection of about 6 Spydercos and have lost or given away other knives. I don't need such good cutters in good steels to break down the pallets and cut the cardboard and plastic but it's more enjoyable than a boxcutter.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
@@wills.8662 agreed!
@cintage
@cintage 6 месяцев назад
I do not have THE favourite steel. If I put them in tiers, it’s like: (Just those I own or do have experience with.) S-Tier: Magnacut, Cruwear, Vanax A-Tier: K390, M390/20CV, M398, 4V, 3V, SPY27, REX45, S35VN, CTS-XHP, ZDP-189, S110V, S90V, LC200N, Elmax, S45VN B-Tier: S30V, 154CM, CPM154, 14C28N, NitroV, CPM D2, O1, AR-RP M9 C-Tier: D2, K110, N690, VG-10, 9Cr18MoV, 440C, 440B, AUS10, AUS8, 8Cr14MoV, 12C27, Superblue, T10, XC90, MA5 D-Tier: 440A, 7Cr17, 420HC, Victorinox Inox 1.4110, 5Cr15… Would love to try ApexUltra, CoS3, PM60, BG42, CowryX, AEB-L, Nitrobe77 and Vanadis variations.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 6 месяцев назад
Wow!
@CptShelby
@CptShelby 7 месяцев назад
I'm not at all into the current discussions of the community and what's popular, so thanks for bringing me up to speed a little bit. When it comes to crazy testing what a knifes can do, I always recommend the channel JoeX. It shines a different light on the whole thing and shows that more traditional steels have their advantages.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Thanks for watching and commenting 🎉❤😊
@mikeappleget482
@mikeappleget482 7 месяцев назад
I watched JoeX’s video on the 4-Max Scout and immediately bought one afterwards. It’s just AUS10A but geezus.. that knife can take a freakin’ BEATING.
@xkarlsonx
@xkarlsonx 7 месяцев назад
K888 is not comparable to k390, it's more like the opposite. K888 is a low edge retention extremely high toughness steel. However it has a high hardness potential. For edc / Outdoor blades i still like M4, Cruwear and 4V for balanced Properties, but Magnacut has basically made them obsolete. My sweetspot for Magnacut is 64/65hrc. For tougher use I keep some 3v and 80crv2 around. The latter is especially fine for chopping and prying.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Yes I have mentioned in the comments I believe I was misinformed
@optimuscrime608
@optimuscrime608 7 месяцев назад
Chris reeves Magnacut is the best I’ve came across so far as far as performance. It’s probably the best overall steel I’ve ever used
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
It’s VERY good. ❤
@6hu6r
@6hu6r 7 месяцев назад
What are your thoughts on cpm Cru wear
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
LOVE IT
@ToRo909r
@ToRo909r 7 месяцев назад
Cruwear all day every day!
@chrisreuther4546
@chrisreuther4546 7 месяцев назад
I’m curious on your opinion on White River and LT Wright….
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Watch my videos on LT Wright to find out! ❤
@carbonobsessed
@carbonobsessed 7 месяцев назад
Liking that Calari fixed more each day. Love hearing your testing results. 👌🏻🫶🏻
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Get oneeee🎉
@charlescollier7217
@charlescollier7217 7 месяцев назад
I really love that your testing consistes of real-world use. Maximum ecological validity. Bohler is Austrian.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Thanks so much for the support🎉
@CptShelby
@CptShelby 7 месяцев назад
It's actually Böhler. ;->
@charlescollier7217
@charlescollier7217 7 месяцев назад
@@CptShelby I stand corrected. 🙂
@coyote4936
@coyote4936 7 месяцев назад
My case cv medium stockman is 56 to 58 hrc. It is old style
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Yep🎉
@davew5583
@davew5583 7 месяцев назад
@ericasedc I hear Spyderco have been moving away from S35vn towards S30v. Due them thinking there is very little difference with there heat treat. If this is the case, and I trust that you actually test, is this true and is it founded?
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
I honestly thought they were incorporating their SPY27 more than either of those. And I love SPY!
@davew5583
@davew5583 7 месяцев назад
@@ericasedc Yeah, I get that. But in the s30-s35 range?
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
@@davew5583 what do you mean
@davew5583
@davew5583 7 месяцев назад
@@ericasedc I don’t remember who it was. A few days ago I watched a YT vid and he said that Spyderco had said they tested the steels and never seen a difference between s30v and s35vn with their heat treat. I’ve only heard it that one place though.
@johnsanford3596
@johnsanford3596 6 месяцев назад
I find it amusing that you have S45VN as a backup for Magnacut because of availability concerns, even though there are ever more makers using it, but you don't for K390. I have only seen Spyderco use it, primarily on the LW lockback knives. Could you provide some more background on the Bark River Magnacut concerns?
@SuperAsReal
@SuperAsReal 7 месяцев назад
What is the Esee knife you showed? The sharpened pry bar one?
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
CR2.5
@SuperAsReal
@SuperAsReal 7 месяцев назад
@@ericasedc Thanks, I need that for EDC perfect for what I'm looking for.
@chrisreuther4546
@chrisreuther4546 7 месяцев назад
But you carry a case all the time and their stuff is soft… now from a production company… I’d say that Buck is known for pushing steel hardness… look at Cedric and Ada’s cut testing of Buck s30v vs others… if I recall it’s substantially more
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Yes I have consistently said Case’s heat treat on their knives is beyond disappointing generally speaking. It’s so hit or miss. And soft. I say that constantly. ❤
@kenglenn6688
@kenglenn6688 7 месяцев назад
To answer why 56- 58 on a specific high carbon steel is because it is easy. They are not going to be any better & may be worse. The more specific a steel is at achieving greatness usually the harder to maintain qc & achieve a specific hrc. It's not just a matter of how many minutes in the oven. It's how many get thrown in the recycle bin. With steels used for over 100 years manufacturers can study research to help predict how many to have on hand for warranty claims. This helps not to retool down the road. Buy & sell U.S.A!
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Thanks for watching and commenting!
@marcuszarafonetis6544
@marcuszarafonetis6544 6 месяцев назад
I just found your channel. Great content
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 6 месяцев назад
Welcome!!!!
@Superbus753
@Superbus753 5 месяцев назад
well for best steel performance and best ht you should get a blade from kknives switzerland
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 5 месяцев назад
I wish!!!
@Superbus753
@Superbus753 5 месяцев назад
@@ericasedc its worth it i have some of his knives
@j.l.327
@j.l.327 7 месяцев назад
Well, i see your on my grass again, and i enjoyed the viewpoints, but take it easy on us older folks. Some of us are just gonna cling to what we are comfy with, and that is simpler steels and classic patterns. Trappers, stockmans, barlows are alot more common in the old boring steel we love. The bucks are a little easier to get in somewhat more exotic steels, but i think this is where we find the answer to the riddle. MARKETING and DEMOGRAPHICS. I believe some companies drift to more profit per knife(cheaper materials and labor) and increase the number of consumers by advertising and social media promotion.(yeah, profound, i know) While the smaller custom makers are finding customers in search of more performance or more "pose ability".This may mean higher end materials, more hand work, and shop supplies. This customer goes into the game looking to pay more because they know thats how it works. There will be exceptions, and i think this is partly responsible for sprint runs and such. They will only sell so many of knife x, with steel y with whatever handle or color in a certain amount of time, and that "moving forward" is a real thing. They gotta come up with something new so they can get back in your wallet, or bottom line suffers. Never understimate me and my counterparts for our being cheap and not being as impressed by getting 700 more slices of whatever. Alot of us know how to touch up a blade in short order, and a bunch don't have a clue. Alot of newer customers just need a prop with the popular name on it to pose with, and then there are some like you that can maintain edges and look for more. I think the industry needs this competition to be healthy and grow. Each aspect feeds off of the other, kind of a ford/chevy dynamic. Mediocre materials at a high price is a hard sell. Excellent performance from the finest materials at the cost of triple that price, just ain't gonna happen too often among my crowd. I gotta get back to my nap now, you kids buy what you want, but stay in shape with your edge skills; taste buds can change over time.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Yeah I tried my best to make it really clear at the beginning how much I love traditional knives. Simple carbon steels. Etc etc. I like genuinely tried my hardest to show my enthusiasm for the “old school” stuff because I genuinely love it. I’m sorry if you felt I was ragging on you. I wasn’t.
@jorinhood8035
@jorinhood8035 7 месяцев назад
No contradictions, just questions… How about 15v?
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Haven’t used it❤
@nicoledodge7240
@nicoledodge7240 6 месяцев назад
I think Spyderco definitely makes some ugly and beautiful knives, I have the para 3 and Native 5 and like the look and feel of both of those knives! Great video, it’s been a while since I’ve bought a new knife but I would like to try K390 at some point!
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 6 месяцев назад
K390 is WILD!
@PizzaLuva4Ever
@PizzaLuva4Ever 7 месяцев назад
ERICA have you ever did a summersault on a trampoline? It’s surprisingly fun oh and bark river is also releasing new folders kinda interesting
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Heck yes I have!!! And I saw!
@ActionJackson1993
@ActionJackson1993 5 месяцев назад
I have a Bokker ak 74 they are D2 it dosnt hold an edge as well but I've never had one rust and they are strong
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 5 месяцев назад
Nice!!!
@haraldmoeller-cp6nj
@haraldmoeller-cp6nj 6 месяцев назад
So in JOE X terms... Tip breakage ... Hey really like your channel.😎🤓🇨🇦
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 6 месяцев назад
Thanks for the support!
@rustyknifelover4463
@rustyknifelover4463 7 месяцев назад
I really like Magnacut, M4, S45VN, K390 and 3V.
@ericasedc
@ericasedc 7 месяцев назад
Yes!
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