I finally have my first Spyderco product, a Sharpmaker. After reading the instructions and watching the DVD I tried it on a knife that could barely cut paper. Now it does a decent job of shaving hair. That's with admittedly poor technique and no practice. I can't wait to see the results once I'm actually good at using it.
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Glad you picked up a great tool from Spyderco.
Thanks. Fortunately I read that a while back. Now the trick is avoiding the occasional slip.
I agree. The next big knife purchase I want to save up for is a PE Manix 2. Though I do have a Byrd Robin.
Speaking of which. In the video Sal said that most Spyderco knives come with close to a 30 degree bevel but a 40 degree micro bevel was recommended for sharpening. Should I assume that a Byrd comes with a 30 degree bevel? And if so would it be wise to put a 40 degree micro bevel on it or is it small enough to stand up to a 30?
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Hey Locust. Congrats on getting the Sharpmaker. I have one and am a big fan.
I would assume that a Byrd knife comes with a 30 degree bevel. I'm not a Spyderco expert, mind you. I'm sure Deacon or Josh K would be able to give you a definite answer. What I do know is that the Persistence is made of the same steel as found in the Byrd line and it keeps a 30 degree bevel nicely. I do not see a problem with you sharpening your Byrd at 30 degrees. :thumbup:
I would assume that a Byrd knife comes with a 30 degree bevel. I'm not a Spyderco expert, mind you. I'm sure Deacon or Josh K would be able to give you a definite answer. What I do know is that the Persistence is made of the same steel as found in the Byrd line and it keeps a 30 degree bevel nicely. I do not see a problem with you sharpening your Byrd at 30 degrees. :thumbup:
