Thread: Stainless or Carbon?

I own both so I have some credibility.

BobH is correct. Either one can provide an exceptional edge and shave results.

Rust prevention is the main reason to go stainless. Other than that single characteristic it has no advantage over carbon.

However, carbon is much more "user friendly" in my opinion for routine maintenance. Stainless can be very hard and difficult to maintain on a day-to-day basis. Carbon wins on all points in this regard. Perhaps that is why carbon is still by far preferred over stainless by most straight razor connoisseurs.

I use my stainless for travel and carbon at home.

Enjoy