DMT Diafold to sharpen recurve blades...can it be done???

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I am curious if it is possible to use the Diafold to sharpen/retouch the edge of a recurve blade without messing it up.
I have the Sharpmaker 203, but let's face it, I am lazy and I have 2 kids so I don't have the time to mess with it.
Any thoughts, input, suggestions?? I checked the FAQ, but there isn't much there.
HELP!!!

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*Lewis S. Chafer

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It depends on the length of the recurved edge. I've tried sharpening my Axis with a Diafold, and it was too difficult for me. Ideally, the width of the the sharpener should be about half the length of the recurved edge, IMO. If you have longer blades, the Diafold (7/8" wide) should be fine.


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Reynaert
Fayetteville, AR


 
As Frantium pointed out it depends on the extent of the recurve. If it is not possible you can use a rod type hone. DMT makes several including a folding version.

-Cliff
 
I have the flat folding version that I got from Noreast knives (Tim Flannagan)
It works well for me.
I ground the sides away a bit to make it have a slight curve...

The other way is to get tri sticks from spydy or they have a hand held set that is great. Spydy have several configurations (radius, flats, grooves angles) for sharpening many blade types..
I am waiting for dmt to come out with a sharpener with a slight curve across the flat it. :]

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Cliff's already mentioned that DMT has a rod type folding sharpener, and Darrel's mentioned Spyderco's handheld sticks.

In case you were looking for quick touch-up devices, there's also the Ultimate Edge diamond sharpener, which looks like a steel, and has a double-convex profile which faciliates recurves just fine.

They also come in a small portable version that unscrews into a small 5-6" package (steel fitting into the handle for storage).

I don't believe there's a choice in grit tho, and the DMT rod hone may be a better choice if you need aggressive cutting.

I agree with Darrel that the DMT flats with a slight curve added would be a good thing. A relatively flat stone with a slight convex curve added should get you greater steel/stone contact and minimize the tendency to gouge your edge, compared to a rod.

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Longden Loo - Ventura, CA
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Thank you one and all for the information you have shared with me.

I too, like the idea of a convex edge on the DMT. Perhaps someone can suggest it to them.

I will try the Spydie sticks freehand and see how that goes.

Anyone else with any suggestions please let me know.

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The bible is not such a book a man would write if he could, or could write if he would.

*Lewis S. Chafer

2 Tim 3:16
 
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