Compound grinds: whats the reasoning?

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I have seen several compound grind knives. Anything from the triple threat by brous blades to hinderers knife (i cant recall the name off of the top of my head). I have never personally owned one. The question i have is what is the point of compound grind knives? They seem like they would be difficult knives to sharpen and the different blade grinds like the ones on the triple threat seems like it would hang up in material. Am i wrong in my assumption that it would hurt more that it would help? (I am fairly new to the knife hobby/community so i am more than likely missing something). (It has been covered i am sure i just cant find it) Thanks for your help.
 
I think they look ugly,i don't like the looks of them at all.The tighe rade has grooves in the blade which make a really nice flow & its the only compound grind I ever saw that works for me
 
I don't think there is a point aside from having different cutting edge geometries. For example, the Terzuola Double Bevel offers 2 distinct functional cutting edges. When it comes to others, it might be a demonstration of skill and what is possible on a grinder by someone with talent in the area.
 
RevDevil said:
When it comes to others, it might be a demonstration of skill and what is possible on a grinder by someone with talent in the area.
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This can be seen in Mick Striders "nightmare grind" customs


OP, I think you are referring to the Spanto grind. It isn't as apparent in the production models, but on the custom ground ones the main cutting edge is hollow ground and the "tanto" portion is flat ground. The purpose I believe is to have a knife that slices efficiently on the main edge without sacrificing tip strength.
 
Most of it is to demonstrate ability.

Some are trying to be practical, giving you a thin hollow grind for fine cutting and a flat grind for more strength.

The tracker style is a good use of a compound grind. flat or convex front area for chopping and heavy work and a thin hollow back area for draw/pull cuts.
 
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