Having trouble sharpening serrations.

[Mykl Clark]

This is the main (actually the only) reason I don't buy serrations is that I can't sharpen them without distorting the serrations. I know I need a sharpmaker but does anyone have any other tips???

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Just because I'm paranoid doesn't mean they're not out to get me.

 

Mkyl,
While the Sharpmaker works on some serrated blades, it does not on all of them. This is true of many other sharpening systems. I say this because serrations that resemble hacksaw teeth cannot be sharpened with any of these systems. These knives are actually worthless, because of this problem. Select serrated blades that feature large grooves or notches, so you can sharpen them. True, hand-held sharpening stones will not do the trick. You have to use a guide of some type to keep the angles true.

 

[Mykl Clark]

Bud,
How about CS serrations where do they fit into this catagory?

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Just because I'm paranoid doesn't mean they're not out to get me.

 

[Crayola]

CS serrations are sort of unique. They have a few large serrations and many small serrations in between. You do get a smoother cut than larger serrations and they bite into the material really well. The only trouble is that it takes MUCH more work to sharpen them. Some have had success with the Sharpmaker but you have to take your time filing each individual serration. Others buff the edge with a wheel dressed in a budffing compound that restores the edge. Good but dangerous to do. CS has said (for a long time now) that they are developping a sharpener for their serrations. I have stopped holding my breath, waiting for said product to be made so don't you start. If you get a sharpmaker then I would suggest a CS serrated blade IF you are willing to work at sharpening it. Hey Cold Steel- where the heck is that sharpener????? Hmm... CS can also stand for Customer Service- isn't that ironic!