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Sandvik (Alleima) / Sweden

14C28N

Stainless Steel55–62 HRCConventional Ingot Steel Process

Composition

Core alloying elements define the baseline trade-off between wear resistance, corrosion behavior, and toughness.

Material Overview

14C28N is a stainless steel developed by Sandvik (now Alleima) specifically for knife applications. It was engineered to provide a refined balance of corrosion resistance, edge stability, and ease of sharpening. With nitrogen addition improving corrosion resistance and edge stability, it performs exceptionally well for everyday use. While it does not match high-end powder steels in edge retention, it is highly regarded for its user-friendly maintenance and consistent performance.

Performance Radar

Use four core metrics to understand the usable operating envelope of this steel at a glance.

Edge Retention
Toughness
Corrosion Resistance
Sharpenability
Edge Retention
6.0
Toughness
8.0
Corrosion Resistance
9.0
Sharpenability
9.0

Advantages

  • Excellent corrosion resistance
  • Very easy to sharpen
  • Fine grain structure for clean cutting edges
  • Good toughness for everyday use
  • Very stable and predictable performance

Disadvantages

  • Lower edge retention than PM steels
  • Not ideal for heavy-duty or abrasive cutting
  • Mid-tier performance in premium segment
  • Requires more frequent sharpening than super steels

At A Glance

14C28N is a Swedish stainless steel known for excellent corrosion resistance, very fine grain structure, and outstanding ease of sharpening, widely used in EDC and kitchen knives.

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