Hi, I'm new here and I'm wondering if you guys could help me out.
I can't decide on whether to get a:
a) Skyline, 14c28n
b) Delica, vg10
c) Delica, zdp-189
:concern:
I will pull the trigger based on STEEL CHOICE, and steel choice alone, so no discussion about price, ergos or lock strength please.
I'm looking to compare the qualities of each steel: how it takes an edge, how it holds the edge, and how it fares in humidity. Any pros or cons not listed are also very welcome.
Facts you might need for recommendation:
1) I plan on using the knife for light edc. (Not hacking down trees or hunting dinosaurs)
2) I live in a tropical country (you may have seen it on the latest "Bourne _____" movie) but I don't live near the sea, so no fear of saltwater getting on my steel.
3) I sharpen my blades freehand with a stone, then on various grits of sandpaper. I do not own any of the sharpening systems available on the market.
Thanks in advance! Really excited to be part of this community.
I can't decide on whether to get a:
a) Skyline, 14c28n
b) Delica, vg10
c) Delica, zdp-189
:concern:
I will pull the trigger based on STEEL CHOICE, and steel choice alone, so no discussion about price, ergos or lock strength please.

I'm looking to compare the qualities of each steel: how it takes an edge, how it holds the edge, and how it fares in humidity. Any pros or cons not listed are also very welcome.
Facts you might need for recommendation:
1) I plan on using the knife for light edc. (Not hacking down trees or hunting dinosaurs)
2) I live in a tropical country (you may have seen it on the latest "Bourne _____" movie) but I don't live near the sea, so no fear of saltwater getting on my steel.
3) I sharpen my blades freehand with a stone, then on various grits of sandpaper. I do not own any of the sharpening systems available on the market.
Thanks in advance! Really excited to be part of this community.
