CPM-S90V vs CPM-S30V | Which is Better?

CPM-S90V vs CPM-S30V | Which is Better?

S90V and S30V are both very high-end steels and can be found in the same price range. But what is the difference? Is one better than the other? What makes these knife steels so great? Well, let’s take a look! Here is the short answer: CPM-S90V is slightly better in...
D2 vs 420HC | Which One is Better and Why?

D2 vs 420HC | Which One is Better and Why?

Both 420HC and D2 are very common steels. And with each steel getting more and more popular, it can be hard to choose which one is better. So, let’s look at whether D2 or 420HC is better. Here is the short answer: D2 is harder and has better edge retention, but 420HC...
420HC vs S30V | Steel Comparison

420HC vs S30V | Steel Comparison

420HC and S30V are steels used by some of the biggest knife brands in the US. So, it only makes sense to compare the two. Let’s look at which steel is better and why. Here is the short answer: S30V is better steel than 420HC. While they are both stainless steel, S30V...
D2 VS AUS-8 | An In-Depth Steel Comparison

D2 VS AUS-8 | An In-Depth Steel Comparison

D2 and AUS-8 are both very common steels. And while D2 is found more in high-end knives, they are both worth comparing. In this article, we will be taking a deep dive into which blade steel is better and why. Here is the short answer:  D2 is higher-quality steel...
Are Buck Knives Good?

Are Buck Knives Good?

Buck knives are a staple in our collection and have been ever since we started buying knives. But when you first start out buying knives, you don’t have quite the frame of reference needed to tell whether or not they’re good. So, what do we think of Buck knives...