Sharpmaker questions for Sal...

If a chisel grind is too far off from the standard 15/20 settings, and you're not comfortable keeping the blade tilted just right. You could also lay the rods down flat into the base, and use them as a bench stone. You will still need to angle the blade being done, but it may be easier with the stones on the horizontal plane. Of course, always use the sharpie to know that you are keeping that angle.



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If a chisel grind is too far off from the standard 15/20 settings, and you're not comfortable keeping the blade tilted just right. You could also lay the rods down flat into the base, and use them as a bench stone. You will still need to angle the blade being done, but it may be easier with the stones on the horizontal plane. Of course, always use the sharpie to know that you are keeping that angle.



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Kind of what I was thinking.

Your frustration comes from trying to force an entirely different angle using an abrasive not meant to so it. The grind matters not if you're using the right abrasive and have the understanding for it.

Try turning the blade so the edge is up and the bevel is facing you. Hold the knife securely in one hand and use the flat of the medium brown stone in the other hand to actually match the preexisting angle until you've raised a burr along the flat, then flip it and kiss it off. You'll be kind of holding the stone like a file.

This method isn't super precise, but it works great on wider bevels such as chisel edges because it lets you feel the angle in a different way and can be more intuitive. It's also really easy to see where you' re grinding and adjust accordingly.

So my advice would be stop trying to force an angle or even rely on a preset one. Try the method above, learn the basics of sharpening, then practice freehand sharpening, starting with the method above.

It'll cure both your current frustration as well as enable you to tackle any potential sharpening obstacles you may encounter in the future.

Good luck.
 
^^^ This is probably the best suggestion. However if that doesn't work, Is placing the stones in the bottom of the sharpmaker and using the brass rods to support it in the standing position,as if you're actually sharpening a chisel, out of the question for this particular knife? I tried to read the original post again but I may have missed something.
 
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The ultra fine rods are great for making your blade hair popping sharp, almost leave a polished finish. But it is just an extra stage of sharpness. The diamond rods are more of a prior to reprofile an edge.


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