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Spyderco used the second prototype heat of MagnaMax in a series of its Mule series knives. After doing extensive cutting tests with one of the Mules, a Spyderco Forum member known as vivi indicated the “steel has the best edge retention of any steel I’ve tried.”

MagnaMax and Pop’s ProCut: The Next Super Steels?

Larrin Thomas -
Specially engineered for knife blades, the two alloys are at the cutting edge of metallurgy. Editor’s note: The genius behind MagnaCut—arguably today’s most popular blade...
Dr. Larrin Thomas said the combination of nickel, tungsten and vanadium of the new steel known as Pop’s ProCut gives it high toughness and wear resistance while still being easy to forge and heat treat. Shane Frank uses it for the 10.5-inch flat/double-ground blade of his Arkansas Tactical Toothpick. Overall length: 16 inches. Shane’s price for a similar model: $750. (Jocelyn Frasier image)

Knife Steels To Watch In 2026

Pat Covert -
Stainless, high-carbon, super steels, see what 2025's shakeups mean for knife steels in 2026.
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Knife Steel After Crucible Industries LLC

Steve Shackleford -
Niagara will help fill the shoes of an industry icon.
As far as simple carbon steels go, 1095 is often a favorite for edge holding, just the thing for a fine-cutting kitchen knife like this one by Jeremy Bartlett.

Best Steel For Knives: How To Choose

Kevin Cashen -
Intended cutting use and blade style help determine the ideal alloy for you and your knives.
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Knife Steel Trends: What To Look Forward To In 2025

Pat Covert -
Knife industry pros give their takes on what the hot knife steels will be in the year ahead.
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