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How does CPM-154 compare to 154CM/ATS-34 for edge holding ? I've read that CPM-154 takes a nicer finish, and according to Crucible, is slightly stronger.
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154cm and ats is basically the same. I work mainly 154cm because its american made. I have skinner 10 or 12 deer in a evening several times. Pick-up loads of fish, hogs, elk , antelope could not even count bait - My preference is 154cm or ats-34. It wont hold a edge like s30v but it sure comes back with just a few strokes.
Last edited by rickmenefee; 07/10/12.
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Do you see a difference between CPM-154 and 154 CM Rick ?
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 Be interested to see what Rick says on this one.
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I have some customs from the early 90's that are ATS-34 with a mirror polish. I have used the heck out of them over the years. They still look great. ATS-34 is good stuff.
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cpm-154 is dog [bleep] for spring material and multi-blade folders!
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Just make sure you have enough for my straight back Hunters Rick..................... 
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ATS-34 brought out the new knifemakers (stock removal) more then any steel I can think of. Easy to work with and fairly easy to have heat treated. I say have as most beginners farmed it out, and even to this day a lot of makers farm out heat treating. There are a lot of ATS-34 blades out there and in its day it was the best in SS. Like others have said heat treat has a lot to do with the end result of a blade.
I wouldn't turn down a knife made of ATS-34 from the right craftsmen, but I would take S30V over ATS-34 if I had the choice.
Eat Fish, Wear Grundens, Drink Alaskan.
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