Full convex zero grind possible/desirable on an AMS?

Dr. Lecter · Dec 16, 2014

As much as I've been loving my custom AMS, especially the feel of the shaped scales/solid screws in the handle, the coating and grind are annoying me when what I'm comparing the AMS to is my custom NMSFNO with a satin finish and full convex zero edge. I can't help but think the AMS would be a much better little slicer with the same finish and grind.

Anyone ever try this? Is it something the custom shop would even do given the thinness of the AMS blade blank?

Blade Runner 7 · Dec 16, 2014

The satin AMSs I've had were all convex.

Father & Son Traditional Sharpening · Dec 16, 2014

al g blenny said:
The satin AMSs I've had were all convex.

I don't believe this can be entirely true, unless you mean to say the 'edge' was convex. I have not seen ANY satin AMS' with a full convex 'primary grind', only a full flat grind w/ convex edges.

Blade Runner 7 · Dec 16, 2014

If that's the case, they are the highest convex edges I've seen.

Dr. Lecter · Dec 16, 2014

Looking at the AMS LEs on the Busse site now, they're listed as and look to me like full flat grinds. I guess I'll just drop the CS a line with what I'm thinking of and see what they say.

Lycosa · Dec 16, 2014

Josh put a convex on my AMS.
Thank you, Jody.
rolf

Blade Runner 7 · Dec 17, 2014

Maybe it's the narrow blade width that makes the AMS seem so convexed.

mainaman · Dec 17, 2014

al g blenny said:
Maybe it's the narrow blade width that makes the AMS seem so convexed.

Just put the side of the blade in the side of a ruler and it will show if it us full flat grind or full height convex.

mainaman · Dec 17, 2014

double post

Mikeynyc · Dec 17, 2014

Strip the blade and convex it yourself with some sandpaper , I have done this to a bunch of knives .

Dr. Lecter · Dec 17, 2014

Mikeynyc said:
Strip the blade and convex it yourself with some sandpaper , I have done this to a bunch of knives .

Somewhere out there is someone who'd prefer the unique AMS I have the way it is now, and I'd rather have an excuse to order a new one

Plus, I worry that convexing the existing FFG would result in a very thin profile.

resinguy · Dec 17, 2014

Dr. Lecter said:
... would result in a very thin profile.

You say that like it's a bad thing.