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CRUWEAR

Tool Steel · Hardness 65–71 HRC

Cross-section view
Tool Steel
Carbon %
1.1
Chromium %
7.3
Hardness HRC
65-71
Vanadium %
2.4
Molybdenum %
1.6
Tungsten %

Performance Ratings

72/100
Edge Retention
32/100
Corrosion Resist.
31/100
Toughness
22/100
Ease to Sharpen
Overall Score
41.8/100

Chemical Composition

Carbon 1.10%
Chromium 7.30%
Molybdenum 1.60%
Vanadium 2.40%

Best For

Hunting Knives

The CRUWEAR is a tool steel used in knife manufacturing. This steel is classified as Ultra-Premium tier based on its composition and properties.

Chemical Composition

ElementContent
Carbon1.1%
Chromium7.3%
Molybdenum1.6%
Vanadium2.4%
TungstenN/A%
CobaltN/A%
ManganeseN/A%
NickelN/A%
SiliconN/A%

Hardness

  • Minimum HRC: 65
  • Maximum HRC: 71

Performance Ratings

MetricScore
Edge Retention72.0/100
Corrosion Resistance31.9/100
Toughness31.0/100
Ease of Sharpening22.5/100
Overall Score41.8/100

Best For

This steel is well-suited for: Hunting Knives

About CRUWEAR

CRUWEAR is a tool steel with excellent properties for knife making. Its composition provides a good balance of edge retention, durability, and workability.

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