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Vanadis 4 Extra

Heat Treatment Specifications

Austenitizing

Temperature1080°C(1976°F)
Soak Time25 minutes

Tempering

Temperature204°C(399°F)
Time120 minutes
Cycles2x

Quench Medium

air

Target Hardness

62 - 63 HRC

Performance Characteristics

Toughness6.5/10
Edge Retention7.5/10
Corrosion Resistance3.5/10
Ease of Sharpening4/10
Overall Score21.5/40

Interesting Facts

  • 1Developed by Uddeholm, Sweden's powder metallurgy leader
  • 2Most versatile PM tool steel on market per Uddeholm
  • 3Better edge holding than CPM 3V, tougher than M4
  • 4Can reach 66-67 HRC in small knives and folders
  • 5Not stainless but exceptional cutting performance

Famous Uses

Zero Tolerance 0180
Zero Tolerance 0102 tomahawk
Custom high-performance knives

Best For

Small knives and folders
Light to medium cutting
Edge retention priority

Similar Steels

Not Recommended For

  • Marine environment
  • Budget
  • Beginners

Expert Tips

  • 1Minimal chipping even at high hardness
  • 2Not corrosion resistant
  • 3Excellent but rarely used by custom makers

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