Paper cutting test

[dogstar]

Is it possible to have a knife that is sharp, but does not cut paper well? In other words, if a knife can't cut paper well, must it be dull?

I get the feeling that paper cutting is difficult when your edge has a thick grind, as in, the angle is obtuse. Do you agree?

 

[Cold Kill]

The paper test only really works well to a refined razor edge, and works better the more acute the angle. At least that is how it has worked out for me. Like I have a few knives that are very sharp with an edge of over 20 degrees (per side) that shaves hair decently but doesn't really do paper.

 

[HandofCod]

If it can shave hair easily it should also be able to push cut paper. I can do this with a thin folder or 5/16 inch fixed blade.

 

[Cold Kill]

I don't push cut, I do a combination of chopping and slashing. Should I do push cuts?

 

[singularity35]

I don't push cut, I do a combination of chopping and slashing. Should I do push cuts?

Dude, not break your balls but the guy is trying to answer the OP. You can do what you like with your edges.

 

[TwinStick]

My knives are all between 20-25 deg on each side. They ALL shave paper. Some better than others. I find it is more difficult to shave hair with a polished edge than one done with a course or med diamond stone, but thats just me. Others may have different experiences.