Knife Know-It-All

S35VN steel is arguably the most popular knife steel today -- but why? Take a look at how it performs, and how it's made to defeat conventional alloys.

What's the difference between carbon and stainless steel? Is one truly better than the other when it comes to knife blades? Yes. Find out which one's superior in practicality.

The CRKT Squid is one of my favorite knives when it comes to look and feel. But it has one of the worst blades I've ever tested. This should not be the case. See why.

7Cr17MoV is a Chinese steel meant to mimic 440 series stainless. But this alloy simply isn't a good knife steel. I explain exactly why that is, and what steels I recommend instead.

Developed in 2001, S30V is one of the first CPM steels to see widespread adoption by knifemakers. We're reviewing why this powdered steel is still one of the best blade steels today.

D2 steel is unique: It's a tool steel, but it has enough chromium to be considered stainless. Is it a good knife steel? Find out with our in-depth review and edge testing.