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Edge angle for a Hinderer XM-18 3.5 Spanto?

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Cajun Carry

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Does anyone here happen to know what the factory edge angle is on an XM-18 3.5in Spanto?

Alternatively, what edge angle do y'all think would be optimal for a blade like this? Most of my other folding knives are thin slicers lol.
 
So, happens that I have a new XM-18 3.5". Looks like one side is about 23 degrees and the other is about 24.5 degrees. The difference in angle is common with most any factory sharpened knife. I'd stick to 23 or 24 degrees to ensure the robust hard use edge that Hinderers are known for. A 50-degree inclusive edge can still get shaving sharp.

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