FINALLY GOT MY FIRST BUSSE!! sharpening tips ect appreciated!

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I finally got my first busse. a nmsfno, muddy brown with black/red g10 (i'll post pics after I get off work). I was very impressed after handling the knife. it Feels alot different from any knife i've held. I tend to want to baby things, but I figured this was going to be the first of many (or be the reason It was the last one I ever purchased), so I wanted to give it a good solid test run for what I plan to use it for. I never paid this much for a knife, but I was determined to put it to the test. See if it was worth the price. Certainly not a destruction test, and I definitely didnt want to abuse it. I had a cook out/ bonfire last night and all the wood I used was processed with this knife. a lot of batoning and things of that nature, with some very dense wood. I swear it got sharper as the night went on! I love this thing! after the night I brought it inside and gave her a bath haha. still very sharp, but there were some, I guess you would call them burrs on the edge of the curved section of the blade (nothing wrong with the belly what-so-ever). Maybe missing a few swings and hitting a rock, or plowing through knots. I stropped it on some leather with some red compound for a while (didn't really know what color I should use and got most of it worked out. I am pretty new and unskilled at that sort of thing I've really only used some lansky keychain sharpeners on tops knives, but I really wanted to clean up the edge. I was wondering if anyone had some tips on stropping, sharpening, techniques, materials Things of that nature. I'm sure there are some threads on this somewhere. I saw the tips on the mojo site, is this a asymetrical edge? It will slice paper, so I'm not worried about making it sharper. the belly has no issues, most of the burrs were on the curved edge (insert technical term) Just want to clean er up, i'm in no hurry, I dont want to use heavy grits or things like that (if it can be avoided). I like to remove as little material as possible. that being said, I absolutely am in love with this blade. wouldn't mind having another dozen! I've learned alot from everyone on this forum already, and figured this was the place to have this discussion. THANKS!
 
Wow! Can't wait to see pictures!! That is an incredible choice for a first blade; I happen to LOVE my NMSFNO. I know what you mean - its hard to beat on a knife that is a work of art and is pricey. Just remember what it was made for, and go on and beat it silly. How about some user pics?

As far as sharpening advice, the only advice I can give is to get a fancy sharpening tool like the wicked sharp, edge pro, or maybe a work sharp. I am no good at sharpening free hand, which is how I do it now. Get the edge the way you want it and touch it up whenever you feel like it needs it and you should be good.
 
The burrs are probably small edge rolls from meeting up with that rock. Get yourself a smooth steel (a very large screwdriver will also work) and work the edge back into alignment.
A few light passes on the strop and you should be all set.

Congrats on the new chopper! :)


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I use a razors-edge steel on my NMSFNO after each use and have NEVER had to remove metal to get my edge back to shaving sharp. The idea is to straighten the micro rolls that occur after use. A screwdriver works too! Good luck! The NMSFNO is one helluva knife!
 
man, I can't even tell you how happy I am with the purchase! need another... you know, for backup :X haha. heres some pics. my brothers tops punisher in the pic too

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and a striker defender tool. idk if it's like blasphemy to put other knives on here too, but I think it makes for a cool pic.
 
That is a great looking NMSFNO. Thanks for sharing the pics and congrats on a awesome blade.

Garth
 
diggin the color combo buddy....did you do that D-guard yourself? looks awesome! I thought I did a pretty good one but I might start sending my Busses to you for installation:thumbup::D
 
Love that color combo, if I had to choose just one Busse I think I would keep the NMSFNO.
 
I think it's pretty awesome. I gotta find another now :X haha... sure send me any knife you want and I'll put a Dguard on it. can't guarentee i'll send it back though! :)
 
I really like that color combo! Congratulations on your first, I'm sure it won't be your last!
 
Congrats on your first Busse!

No, that is not an asymetric edge. INFI is not particular about sharpening methods, there are almost as many ways to keep it sharp as there are members here. You can free hand on stones or diamond plates, strop with fine grit abrasive sheets and compunds, use a belt grinder, or any of the various devices. You'll just have to figure out what suits you.
 
i'll definitely have to pick one of those razors edge sharpeners! this DEFINITELY won't be my last busse, i'm addicted already haha.
 
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