I'll offer my opinion...I like carbon steel blades in my knife projects. My knives are geared to be 19th century American west. Therfore, point (1) Authentic material - becasue that was the most common material (didn't have stainless, and damascus blades were not common) (2) I can age a finished carbon blade after polishing by coating with ketchup or other mild food acidic (authenic look). (3) A carbon blade is flexible - therefore you see it tending to flex/bend before it breaks (durable material), (4) Sharpens easily and holds an edge as well, or better than the others. (5) Low cost - best bang for your buck.
You'll find a vast array of ready-made blades available online, and custom shops that will cut blanks to your specifications.
My personal favorite knives are the general utility or "camp" blade. I use mine for deer hunting/skinning and around the campfire/kitchen as well (after washing).
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