I just did he test involving the Samsher and a dense, hard piece of wood - across the grain. Energetically.
First of all, for such an obtuse bevel, this thing bites deeper than I would've thought. And the newly sharpened edge held up quite proudly. At 17.5" and 28 oz it feels better in hand than my M43 at 15", 29 oz. I can accelerate it more. Gotta say, classic design is excellent. Still envious about your lighter 19", though!
First of all, for such an obtuse bevel, this thing bites deeper than I would've thought. And the newly sharpened edge held up quite proudly. At 17.5" and 28 oz it feels better in hand than my M43 at 15", 29 oz. I can accelerate it more. Gotta say, classic design is excellent. Still envious about your lighter 19", though!