Old Fallkniven F1 & covex edge

[Loki]

I have a couple of old F1's, German made with ATS-34 blades, that I'm considering putting a convex edge on. While I've watched videos of convex shapening, I'm not sure about reprofiling. No power machinery available but I have lots of sandpaper. Any tips for a do it yourself effort or perhaps sending them out for reprofiling?

 

[tek77]

Check out virtuovice channel on youtube on convexing. He's using sandpaper and leather strops with great results.

 

[Mikael W]

I have a couple of old F1's, German made with ATS-34 blades, that I'm considering putting a convex edge on. While I've watched videos of convex shapening, I'm not sure about reprofiling. No power machinery available but I have lots of sandpaper. Any tips for a do it yourself effort or perhaps sending them out for reprofiling?

Those are collectibles if in good shape!
I think they are better off, if preserved in original shape but they were made to be used, so I can understand if You convex them.


Regards
Mikael