Knife steel · Stainless Steel · Premium
CPM-S125V
Stainless Steel · Hardness 64–70 HRC
Performance Ratings
Edge Retention
Corrosion Resist.
Toughness
Ease to Sharpen
Overall Score
46.8/100
Chemical Composition
Carbon
3.30%
Chromium
14.00%
Molybdenum
0.20%
Vanadium
11.85%
Best For
EDC
Hunting Knives
The CPM-S125V is a stainless steel used in knife manufacturing. This steel is classified as Premium tier based on its composition and properties.
Chemical Composition
| Element | Content |
|---|---|
| Carbon | 3.3% |
| Chromium | 14.0% |
| Molybdenum | 0.2% |
| Vanadium | 11.85% |
| Tungsten | N/A% |
| Cobalt | N/A% |
| Manganese | N/A% |
| Nickel | N/A% |
| Silicon | N/A% |
Hardness
- Minimum HRC: 64
- Maximum HRC: 70
Performance Ratings
| Metric | Score |
|---|---|
| Edge Retention | 80.0/100 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 37.0/100 |
| Toughness | 34.0/100 |
| Ease of Sharpening | 25.0/100 |
| Overall Score | 46.8/100 |
Best For
This steel is well-suited for: EDC, Hunting Knives
About CPM-S125V
CPM-S125V is a stainless steel with excellent properties for knife making. Its composition provides a good balance of edge retention, durability, and workability.
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