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The things we will do trying to put together a technique, that results in a refined V shape, more or less. Its the more or less part that dictates how sharp an edge we produce, how well it will cut.
I like the fact that there are literally hundreds of ways to create a perfect V shape. The V doesnt even need to be flat walled. Its all geometry other than the very apex itself. How cleanly machined and how smooth the two intersecting sides, that make up the apex, is what dictates how well it cuts. If they are both refined, the apex will be the same, refined. Everything else is just geometry.
I like sharpening on diamond, its quick and doesnt wear away quickly. Using degree wedges helps me position and hold the knife in an accurate attitude. It takes fewer passes because of this.
My neighbor, Dave put together this platform out of Walnut and marble, with a recess that holds the chosen degree wedge. It helps if its stationary.
The marble base, off an old 60s lamp, weights maybe 7 or 8 lbs and makes the base very stable. Ive produced some very nice edges with this set up.
But this is just one of many. If you have a picture to share of your sharpening gear or station, share it here and write a bit about how you get sharp apexes/edges.
Regards, Fred
I like the fact that there are literally hundreds of ways to create a perfect V shape. The V doesnt even need to be flat walled. Its all geometry other than the very apex itself. How cleanly machined and how smooth the two intersecting sides, that make up the apex, is what dictates how well it cuts. If they are both refined, the apex will be the same, refined. Everything else is just geometry.
I like sharpening on diamond, its quick and doesnt wear away quickly. Using degree wedges helps me position and hold the knife in an accurate attitude. It takes fewer passes because of this.
My neighbor, Dave put together this platform out of Walnut and marble, with a recess that holds the chosen degree wedge. It helps if its stationary.
The marble base, off an old 60s lamp, weights maybe 7 or 8 lbs and makes the base very stable. Ive produced some very nice edges with this set up.
But this is just one of many. If you have a picture to share of your sharpening gear or station, share it here and write a bit about how you get sharp apexes/edges.
Regards, Fred