Convexing a scandi

[DeadFall27]

Has anyone here ever given into the temptation to convex a scandi grind?

Lately, I have started to fall in love with convex grinds and am considering having my bushlore convexed for me. I'm not sure what to do. I have not heard of anyone trying to do this personally but I would love to hear from those who have with one of their blades.
From those who have, was it worth it?

Thanks for reading,
Cheers

 

[I be he]

Sandpaper & mouse pad will do fine, but this will only convex the edge. If you were thinking of doing the whole knife, that wouldnt work for you unless you dont mind takeing alot of time and being left with a tiny, tiny knife. The only way to tell if its worth it to you will be giving her a go.

 

[DeadFall27]

Sandpaper & mouse pad will do fine, but this will only convex the edge. If you were thinking of doing the whole knife, that wouldnt work for you unless you dont mind takeing alot of time and being left with a tiny, tiny knife. The only way to tell if its worth it to you will be giving her a go.

I have actually used that method to convex the edge recently.
I probably should have specified earlier that I do not wish to fully convex the blade the entire height if that is possible.

 

[I be he]

It will make the edge on the scandi stronger, but it kind of defeats the purpose of that grind to start with.

 

[Jason B.]

It will make the edge on the scandi stronger, but it kind of defeats the purpose of that grind to start with.

Convex improves cutting geometry, strength will depend on thickness. In this case it will make it stronger because it will make the edge thicker but in general the "convex makes it stronger" is a misconception.

Deadfall,
It will improve the performance in general cutting but for wood working the Scandi wins. Think over what you use the knife for the most and base your decision on what edge type will work best for YOU.