Nitro-V knife steel
Nitro-V is a stainless knife steel, typically hardened to HRC 58-61.
| Type | Stainless |
|---|---|
| Hardness | HRC 58-61 |
| Edge retention | mediumhigher than 5 of 48, tied with 13 |
| Corrosion resistance | highhigher than 22 of 48, tied with 16 |
| Toughness | highhigher than 25 of 48, tied with 14 |
| Ease of sharpening | moderate to sharpeneasier to sharpen than 20 of 48, tied with 14 |
| Price tier | Mid |
| Best for | EDC / foldersKitchen |
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Knives in Nitro-V
CIVIVI Elementum II Folding Pocket Knife, 2.96" Nitro-V Blade, Black G
CIVIVI Elementum II Folding Pocket Knife, 2.96" Nitro-V Blade, OD Gree
Kizer Outposter Pocket Knife, 3.29" Nitro-V Drop Point Blade V3802CDA1
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