Convex Edge on BK2

Both edges work, but depends on how "thin" you want the edge. Personally, I use a factory edge, wait till it needs to be sharpened, then knock off the shoulders. I prefer to sharpen with sandpaper/leather, and then strop.
I'm rarely in a hurry to grind off useable metal from a knife. Like I said, I work them into a convex over time.
 
I have two BK2's and both are convexed. I tried the V grind that came on them and although it's great for some people, I much prefer the convex. For me it's easier to control the depth of the cut, batons better, the edge seems to hold up longer and it's easier to maintain. The V grind makes a better slicer though. I do traditional woodworking and convex most of my drawknives for the same reasons. It's Ford/Chevy though and I'm sure lots of people prefer the V grind. If you want to try a convex knife for cheap before you take the plunge, pick up a Rachel Ray large paring knife at BB&B for 4 or 5 bucks and see what you think.
 
I have done both to the BK2, and I prefer the V, for me, easier to maintain, and bring back to life, quickly. Covex does offer some advantages, but not enough to say one is better than the other, IMO.

Give it some thought and decide, whichever you decide, I'm sure will serve you well. Hell, try both, and see which you prefer.

Moose
 
DamnU said:
Hi Guys,
I was watching Adam's latest video on Euip2Endure and he mentions that he had a convex edge done on his BK2. My question has anyone done this and what would the benefit be?

Here is the link to video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ugl4--auRg&hd=1

Recommendation starts at 3 min 04 seconds.
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Did you go to Damn University? :D
I agree with Moose that the V grind is easier (for me at least) to maintain on something like the 2.
On a thicker blade, I think the convex shines more on large choppers like the 9, but you'll need a good strop or belt grinder to easily maintain it.
 
convex is the only way to fly

here is my strop setup
BK2Strop4.jpg
 
Thanks for the information looks like I have some things to think about. I live in Los Angeles so just going out for a hike is project, but I hope to put my BK2 to work in a few weeks.
 
I have the work sharp, convex for dummies. I'm still practicing on cheapy knives before I take it to my 9
 
DamnU said:
Thanks for the information looks like I have some things to think about. I live in Los Angeles so just going out for a hike is project, but I hope to put my BK2 to work in a few weeks.
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Get to work, get posting and get your Beckerhead number. We need some more LA blood!

Convexing seems like a cool idea. I tried it on my BK11 with mixed results. I eventually put it on my sharpmaker and it now sports more of a v at the edge, but the shoulders are gone. I sometimes get confused at there the line between V and convexed are.

Giving the edge a good once over and getting the grind lines off seem like they should be the first priority to getting a wicked good edge. There are also more tools around to help maintain a good V edge (lansky, sharpmakers, etc.), whereas convexing seems to me to be a very personal task that no two people could ever get to be identical. I've turned down trade offers for knives by those who said they convexed their edges.I don't have any immediate plans to try convexing anymore of my knives.
 
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