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MagnaCut Stainless Steel Folding Pocket Knives feature what many consider to be the most revolutionary stainless steel ever created for knives. Developed by metallurgist Dr. Larrin Thomas, CPM MagnaCut delivers an unprecedented combination of edge retention, toughness, and exceptional corrosion resistance—all without the brittleness typically seen in ultra-hard steels.

 

MagnaCut’s optimized chemistry and fine microstructure allow it to hold a razor-sharp edge, endure heavy use, fight off rust better than nearly any steel available, and still sharpen more easily than many powdered super steels. Whether you're carrying it for EDC, outdoor survival, tactical use, or professional work, MagnaCut represents the new gold standard in knife performance.

 

Start With These Core Categories

Folding Pocket Knives
Your complete destination for all folding knife styles and materials.

 

Stainless Steel Folding Pocket Knives
Explore every rust-resistant stainless steel blade type.

 

MagnaCut Stainless Steel Folding Pocket Knives
One of the most advanced stainless steels ever engineered for EDC and hard-use folding knives.

 

Sibling Stainless Steel Categories:

CPM-S45VN Stainless Steel Folding Pocket Knives

CPM-S35VN Stainless Steel Folding Pocket Knives

Böhler Stainless Steel Folding Pocket Knives

VG-10 Stainless Steel Folding Pocket Knives

 

Why Choose MagnaCut?

MagnaCut is widely regarded as the best all-around knife steel in the world by many experts. Its performance surpasses nearly every other stainless steel—often by a wide margin.

Key advantages include:

• Elite edge retention that rivals or surpasses M390

• Outstanding toughness—less prone to chipping than other super steels

• Unmatched corrosion resistance, even outperforming many steels designed specifically for saltwater

• Fine, stable microstructure ideal for razor-like sharpness

• Surprisingly easy to sharpen for a steel with this level of hardness

In short: MagnaCut brings together qualities that used to require compromising. Now, you get everything—sharpness, strength, longevity, and rust resistance—in one steel.

 

Top Brands Featuring MagnaCut Folding Knives

Buck Knives

Buck’s USA-made MagnaCut models showcase incredible durability and edge stability.

Cold Steel Knives

Tactical and hard-use folding knives built to take full advantage of MagnaCut’s toughness.

Kershaw Knives

Modern folders featuring MagnaCut for high-end performance at competitive prices.

SOG Knives

Elite tactical EDC knives designed around premium blade steels.

Gerber Knives

Select high-performance USA-made models featuring MagnaCut’s advanced capabilities.

 

FAQ – MagnaCut Stainless Steel Folding Knives

Is MagnaCut really the best knife steel?

Many experts believe so. MagnaCut offers the best overall balance of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance ever achieved in a stainless steel.

Does MagnaCut rust?

Almost never. Its corrosion resistance is superior to traditional stainless steels—and even rivals saltwater-focused alloys.

Is MagnaCut hard to sharpen?

No. It sharpens easier than M390, S90V, S110V, and many other powdered steels.

Is MagnaCut good for EDC?

It’s arguably the best EDC steel on the market with unmatched all-around performance.

Is MagnaCut brittle like other super steels?

Not at all. MagnaCut was engineered for excellent toughness, making it far less prone to chipping.

 

Related Categories

• Stainless Steel Folding Pocket Knives (Parent)

• Folding Pocket Knives (Main Category)

• CPM-S45VN Stainless Steel Folding Pocket Knives

• CPM-S35VN Stainless Steel Folding Pocket Knives

• Böhler Stainless Steel Folding Pocket Knives