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I recently traded for a Camillus Talonite Talon (full size). The original owner sharpened it and left marks all along the cutting edge. I would like to remove these marks and restore it to its' original condition. This is my first Talonite blade. I have experience working with 154CM, ATS34 and 440C stainless; doing satin and high polish finishes. Is there anything special I should know about Talonite before I start? I have a polishing wheel, jeweler's chrome and rouge and another polishing compound called "synthetic sapphires". The "ss" has an average particle size of one micron, and does a wonderful job of mirror polishing. I also have paper from 400 - 1200 grit, and one called "rouge KK14F".
Can anyone advise me on the best approach to remove these sharpening marks from Talonite? I don't want to change the finish of the entire blade, just want to have the edge blend into the rest of the knife. The marks go up the blade anywhere from 3/16ths to 5/16ths. I thought I should start with the finest paper on a small area and see if it does anything. The polishing wheel would be easier, but I don't want to re-work the entire knife. Please, any suggestions/ideas would be greatly appreciated. BTW in the original owner's defense, the blade is hair-popping sharp. Thanks.
Ken
Can anyone advise me on the best approach to remove these sharpening marks from Talonite? I don't want to change the finish of the entire blade, just want to have the edge blend into the rest of the knife. The marks go up the blade anywhere from 3/16ths to 5/16ths. I thought I should start with the finest paper on a small area and see if it does anything. The polishing wheel would be easier, but I don't want to re-work the entire knife. Please, any suggestions/ideas would be greatly appreciated. BTW in the original owner's defense, the blade is hair-popping sharp. Thanks.
Ken
