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80CrV2 knife steel

80CrV2 is a carbon / low-alloy knife steel, typically hardened to HRC 58-60.

TypeCarbon / low-alloy
HardnessHRC 58-60
Edge retentionmediumhigher than 5 of 48, tied with 13
Corrosion resistancelowamong the lowest of 49
Toughnessvery-highhigher than 40 of 48, tied with 8
Ease of sharpeningeasy to sharpeneasier to sharpen than 35 of 48, tied with 13
Price tierBudget
Best forOutdoor / bushcraftHard-use / survival

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Last verified 2026-06-11 · properties are documented consensus tiers; real performance depends on heat treat & geometry (methodology)

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