What is the most recomended steel grade for a hunting knife o a functional sword?

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D2, as Damascus1 Said, is good for knives. However, it is a little more expensive. For a small hunting knife, it does not matter much what type of steel you choose. Stainless will work. Carbon steel of 10 series is fine (like 1090, 1080, etc.). 5160 is good for large and durable cutting knives.
For a sword, just make sure it's made of carbon steel. Not stainless Cold Steel's big machetes are 1050 carbon. They do not have edges nor knives of high carbon content, but they are very durable and easy to sharpen. And cheap. Spring steel 5160 is very popular. I've made big knives of it. It is not too expensive and it works well. What matters most is the quality of the heat treatment. Look at the reviews and gossip about the sword or brand that interests you to know if there is any real quality problem known.
D2 is a high carbon and high chromium content semiconductor steel that wears out excellently. It's a bit of an exaggeration, but it's the default response of knife collectors. The truth is that any good steel with high carbon content will lend itself well to field use and sharpening, as long as you keep it oiled and free of rust.


Never again think about buying your knife at first because you will not know what works for you until you try some in a real-life setting. If you need to dress and dress well, then your needs are very different from those of someone who is hunting rabbits. Buy several knives from an economical manufacturer such as Cold Steel and then, when you find the right combination of ergonomics, steel, and grinding, go crazy and get the perfect blade.
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