Mach 1 edge modification idea/question: lock up Q

[Geoff in Philly]

I am not a fan of 1 sided edges. Since the Mach1 blade is double ground, what do you folks think of rebeveling the edge so it is a typical V grind instead of a " \" grind? With time and care in the rebeveling effort do you think a V configuration would work better for slicing and other utilty chores?
I returned a raven b/c the entire knife flexed and loosened the lock. Would you Mach 1 owners comment on the rigidity of the handle structure and the blade lock up.

 

[Peter Ervin]

The MACH 1 has a more rigid handle than the Ravens, The G10 is a lot stiffer than the Kydron. The one-sided edges Emerson uses are great for cutting but seem to be a bit weak right at the edge. The blades themselves are very strong but the edges can be easily chipped. It's all a compromise I guess. I just wish they wouldn't grind so much steel off to create the edge.

Peter

 

[Dirk]

As far as regrinding the edge, I think you may end up tking off a considerable amount of metal in order to get the edge you are looing for. I too, considered doing this. It appeared to me that it would require a lot of work based on the blade geometry.

Of the two Emerson's I currently own, the Commander is going to be sent back to work on the lock. Any downward pessure on the blade and the lock slips. The Mach 1 I have began to do that. The problem in the Mach 1 seems to have disappeared. I think it was a case of the lock needed to seat properly.

All of the Emerson's I have owned or handled have quite a bit of lateral flex. In looking at the knife, I think the majority of this comes from the thick washers that are used. I have checked other knives and found that the thinner the washer, the less flex. They have all been G-10 and titanium handled knives.

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[Derek]

Geoff,
I think that it would be a great deal of work to bevel the other edge. The best way to do it would be by hand as to not ruin the heat treat. My guess is that you would not be terribly please with the results.

You would, of course, void the warantee on the blade. The handle/lock would still be covered.

Let us know what you do and how it works out.

take care,
Derek

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