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Originally Posted by catnthehat
I have had quite a few over the years that I got from gun shows, etc., and the stainless steel on some seemed to be not too constant as far as hardness or sharpenability went.
My favorites were always the carbon steel originals.
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In general Carbons are far easier to heat treat. For general use and toughness in most scenarios 80CRV2 and W2 (W2 can be less forgiving) are great.