Removing scratches...

[RipD]

Is there a preferred way to remove scratches from most Spydie blades? My preferred way to do this for flat grind blades is sandpaper on a flat surface. 500-800 grit wet generally works, maybe follow up with something finer when needed. Unlike a belt this allows me to go slowly and allows good control over how much material is removed.

The problem is this also removes the spider logo from the blade. I really wish it was slightly engraved rather than printed, which would solve this problem.

Maybe a Dremel polishing wheel with some polish around the logo? This may work, but then I get differential polishing on the blade. Looking for a better option.

 

[PeteyTwoPointOne]

You've got the best solution for your specific "disorder" already in your first paragraph, IMHO.

It's a trade-off the way I see it...

nice satin finish with faint or vanished logo

-OR-

nice logo with usage marks.

I'd suggest letting your blade get all kind of random scratches build up on it from use giving it a nice worn look patina.

The thing I've found about scratches is that a single long one looks ugly as hell-- but as you pile on more scratches it starts looking very cool, like your favorite pair of well-worn jeans.

It's also very liberating to let your knife get broken in.

OCD is the silent killer.

 

[RipD]

LOL. All good points. And I agree. It's very liberating to have "used" looking knives that show their history. Most of my blades are quite stainless and don't really patina. The M4, Maxamet, and some others of course will.

My only issue with removing the Spydie logo is resale/trade value. I tend to swap a knives quite a bit. But for my keepers I'm with you - just let them go.