Historical fact (via use) supports carbon steel as the best alloy for achieving a razor edge. Reviewing current straight razor offerings I see stainless steel blades in the majority (discounting custom blades $$$).

My experience with knives and firearms made of stainless steel reveal some short commings with the workability and maintenance of this material over quality carbon steel.

I would appreciate comments from users of stainless steel and carbon steel straight razor users on the quality of shave and maintenance of the two alloys.