Ricasso?

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michdad

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Alright, been afraid to ask, but is the ricasso the blunt part of the knife just to the handle side of the business end? :eek::confused: I am having a little trouble figuring out how to keep the edge just right towards the handle end(ricasso?). Biggest trouble is directional files. Any suggestions?

Matt
 
michdad said:
Alright, been afraid to ask, but is the ricasso the blunt part of the knife just to the handle side of the business end? :eek::confused: I am having a little trouble figuring out how to keep the edge just right towards the handle end(ricasso?). Biggest trouble is directional files. Any suggestions?

Matt
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The "Ricasso" is the flat area just in front of the guard. It makes a perfect place to put the makers name.
I believe you are talking about what we call the "plunge" where the bevels drop off from the ricasso. Most people use a round file there. Did this answer your question?
 
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