Freehand Sharpening
Re: Freehand Sharpening
I got a nice sharpening steel at the flea market for 3 bucks and thought I done good but ya'll put my deal to shame.
Re: Freehand Sharpening
I have to say I really enjoyed this thread! Lots of useful information and tips here for sure.
I have always enjoyed sharpening with a stone or three. I prefer the old ones that were my Dad's and grandfather's but do use diamond stones from time to time, too. Oh, and I like the ceramic rods to finish before I strop, if I feel it needs stropping.
I learned from an old master saddle maker how to sharpen about anything with wet/dry paper and a leather strop. I use that methods mostly on my leather knives but on others too when I take the notion. You sure can get a mirrored edge doing that!
I have always enjoyed sharpening with a stone or three. I prefer the old ones that were my Dad's and grandfather's but do use diamond stones from time to time, too. Oh, and I like the ceramic rods to finish before I strop, if I feel it needs stropping.
I learned from an old master saddle maker how to sharpen about anything with wet/dry paper and a leather strop. I use that methods mostly on my leather knives but on others too when I take the notion. You sure can get a mirrored edge doing that!
Greg