Sharpening CPM-440V

[James Y]

Reading these forums has gotten me interested in getting a plainedge Military model. There are only a couple of things standing in my way. The cost (I could afford it now, but there are also other knives I'd like to get, too.)

The other bigger problem is I hear 440V is a bear to resharpen. When I say "resharpen," I mean restoring the edge when it begins to get dull, as I never allow my knives to get fully dull. Is it really that hard, or would I be able to restore the edge on my Sharpmaker? Does it require some type of diamond-coated sharpener? (I must admit the only sharpener I use is the Sharpmaker). Any replies will be much appreciated. Jim

 

[Dexter Ewing]

Hi Jim - with my plain edge Military, I nevere let it get completely dull (like you stated). I can bring the edge back using the Sharpmaker easily. Though I have heard that you can use diamond hones if you let the edge go completely dull - in fact, that may be the only way to bring the edge back!

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Dexter Ewing
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[Brian Lavin]

Don't delay; get the Military now. Once you have one you'll possibly rethink getting some others. It is a superb folding knife, period.

 

[James Y]

Thanx, guys! I've kind of been waiting for a mid-sized version, or a rolling lock version, but...on the other hand...it is getting hard to wait! I may just end up getting a current version and in future get the mid-sized

version...(hint-hint, Sal!)

Jim

 

[Doug Mason]

I've gotten mine _really_ dull and had absolutely no problems getting it hair-popping sharp on a Sharpmaker in about 100 swipes. Don't even need to go to the fine stones.

It is easier than you think to touch it up.


--Doug

 

[Waldo]

If you steel it occasionally you should be able to keep her nice and sharp with little effort. I even steel the non-serrated portion of my serrated Military with good effect.

My .02,

Waldo