Stainless can be troublesome for some folks. It can be a little harder to hone. Carbon steel is by far the favorite steel.


A number of guys with heavy beards do use 1/2 or 1/4 hollow wedges. Wedges also can be difficult to hone. I do have some heavy wedges on my bench waiting for a restore that I can sell. I could do one up for you. I just might make you a deal. Shoot a PM if you're interested.