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Just a little advice for the new guys, the experienced makers already know this.
When your doing a long blade "Choke Up On It"
Instead of trying to do a full pass on the grind do just a small area at a time. I typically do a 2-3" section and then work on the next 2-3" while blending back to what you just ground.
Remember to keep your grind lines even on each side as you work up to the top of the grind.
After getting everthing blended together THEN go back and make your full passes in a fine grit-light touch
You do have to get the initial starting grind RIGHT or it is harder to correct later.
Use new belts for this step.
When your doing a long blade "Choke Up On It"
Instead of trying to do a full pass on the grind do just a small area at a time. I typically do a 2-3" section and then work on the next 2-3" while blending back to what you just ground.
Remember to keep your grind lines even on each side as you work up to the top of the grind.
After getting everthing blended together THEN go back and make your full passes in a fine grit-light touch
You do have to get the initial starting grind RIGHT or it is harder to correct later.
Use new belts for this step.