Magnacut: The revolutionary steel for knife enthusiasts

Magnacut: The revolutionary steel for knife enthusiasts

Innovations are a regular occurrence in the world of high-end knives, but rarely does a new type of steel generate as much excitement as Magnacut . Developed by Dr. Larrin Thomas, a metallurgist and author of the popular blog Knife Steel Nerds , Magnacut has quickly established itself as one of the most advanced steels on the market. This powder metallurgical steel combines outstanding properties specifically designed for the needs of modern knives.

What is Magnacut?

Magnacut is a powder metallurgical stainless steel that is considered an "all-in-one" solution for knife steels. What makes Magnacut special is that it does not only excel in one property, but achieves an optimal balance between corrosion resistance, hardness and toughness. This combination makes it a preferred material for outdoor, hunting, survival and EDC knives.

Dr. Larrin Thomas developed Magnacut with the goal of overcoming the common compromises in knife steels. Many steels that offer excellent edge retention are prone to rust or break under stress. Magnacut breaks with this tradition by harmoniously combining these properties.

Chemical composition

Magnacut has been designed to have an ideal microstructure made possible by powder metallurgy. The key components are:

  • Chromium (Cr): 10.7% – Gives the steel its stainless steel properties without compromising toughness.
  • Carbon (C): 1.15% – Provides hardness and wear resistance.
  • Vanadium (V): 4% – Increases abrasion resistance and ensures a fine grain.
  • Molybdenum (Mo): 2% – Increases corrosion resistance and improves toughness.
  • Nitrogen (N): Optimizes corrosion resistance and cutting performance.

Magnacut's unique chemistry is designed to achieve the corrosion resistance of stainless steels such as S30V or S35VN, while maintaining toughness and edge retention higher than many high-end carbon steels.

Advantages of Magnacut

  1. Outstanding corrosion resistance:
    With a chromium content of 10.7% and the optimized composition, Magnacut achieves a corrosion resistance that makes it ideal for humid or maritime environments.

  2. Excellent toughness:
    Compared to other powder metallurgical steels, Magnacut is extremely robust and less susceptible to chipping or breaking – a decisive advantage for outdoor and survival knives.

  3. Hard edge:
    Magnacut reaches a hardness of around 62-64 HRC while remaining tough. This provides excellent edge stability that does not wear out easily.

  4. Versatility:
    Whether EDC, hunting, cooking or outdoor knife – Magnacut is an all-rounder that impresses in all areas of application.

  5. Ease of maintenance:
    The combination of corrosion resistance and toughness significantly reduces maintenance requirements.

comparison with other steels

  • S30V/S35VN: Magnacut offers similar corrosion resistance, but with better toughness and comparable edge retention.
  • 3V: While 3V is known for its toughness, Magnacut surpasses this steel in terms of corrosion resistance and edge retention.
  • M390/20CV: Magnacut is slightly tougher, while M390 and 20CV offer greater edge retention.

areas of application

Thanks to its versatility, Magnacut is suitable for almost all types of knives. Particularly noteworthy are:

  • EDC knife: For everyday use, Magnacut is an excellent choice due to its edge stability and corrosion resistance.
  • Outdoor and survival knives: The toughness and reliability make Magnacut ideal for the toughest conditions.
  • Kitchen knife: Its rust resistance and cutting ability make it ideal for the kitchen.
  • Tactical knives: This is where Magnacut shines with its robustness and versatility.

Conclusion

Magnacut is more than just a new steel - it is a milestone in the development of modern knife steels. Through the harmonious combination of corrosion resistance, hardness and toughness, it offers a performance that hardly any other steel has achieved before.

Whether you are an experienced collector or a practical user, Magnacut sets new standards and is an excellent choice for almost any application.

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