Sharp Knife
Mar 2, 2017 21:31:28 #
I don't carry a knife but I keep a Stanley knife in the ute. My main knives are unique Japanese carving knives. The bevel is on one side only, the back is flat and forged hollow. These edges are very easy to maintain. My stones are Hard Black Arkansas, a combo Washita/Soft White Arkansas and a German manufactured med./fine water stone. Kerosene is the lubricant for all the stones.
Ulmia bench chisels from 50mm - 3mm. I have around 35 carving tools these two, 35mm #3 and 10mm #3 are most useful to me everyday and are kept with the bench chisels. The wheel on my grinder is a 180mm 60 grit aluminium oxide, it cuts fast and cool without water.
Ulmia bench chisels from 50mm - 3mm. I have around 35 carving tools these two, 35mm #3 and 10mm #3 are most useful to me everyday and are kept with the bench chisels. The wheel on my grinder is a 180mm 60 grit aluminium oxide, it cuts fast and cool without water.
Mar 3, 2017 00:04:22 #
I carry a pocket knife with me just about everywhere I go. I own several, so if one gets seriously dull, I pass it on and replace it with a newer one. I don't use them much, but I keep them around just in case.
I have plenty of utility knives with replaceable blades for utility cutting.
I have plenty of utility knives with replaceable blades for utility cutting.
Mar 3, 2017 05:38:23 #
In Spain it is ilegal to carry any sort of knife on you. The fine for doing so is 400 Euros.
Mar 3, 2017 06:04:35 #
I always have at least 1 knife and my Leatherman on me. I like to be prepared. I keep them sharp with both ceramic and a butcher's steel.
Mar 3, 2017 07:17:23 #
1. Yes, in my purse.
2. Yes, my Daddy taught us that a dull knife was a danger to the user and everyone within an arms reach.
3. Arkansas Stone
2. Yes, my Daddy taught us that a dull knife was a danger to the user and everyone within an arms reach.
3. Arkansas Stone
Mar 3, 2017 07:17:42 #
GENorkus wrote:
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I always kept one on my key chain for at least 35 years. Until last year the ring that held it on wore thru. I used it ALL the time. To open boxes, cut tape etc. you'd be surprised how often it's needed. In fact, others would ask me, "Harry, do you have your knife?" And it is very very sharp and I keep it that way. Now what do I do with it? It sits in a kitchen drawer. It doesn't do me any good sitting there. Now I have to buy a new one for the lack of ring. I use one of those V shaped sharpeners and always warn anyone who uses it that IT'S SHARP. Don't try to bring it into a courtroom or on a plane. LOL
Mar 3, 2017 07:23:28 #
GENorkus wrote:
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How can anyone seriously think a Swiss Army knife isn't sharp?
I like to travel light, so I don't carry anything, but I have knives located conveniently - along with small flashlights - around the house.
Mar 3, 2017 07:34:17 #
I have carried a knife most of my life. Nowadays it is a tactical folder that I can open one handed and I'm am using it daily to open mail, cut foods, etc. There is at least one man alive today because I carry a sharp knife and had to cut his seat belt to remove him from his crashed and burning car! I keep it sharp using a Spyderco ceramic sharpener as a dull knife is just about useless.
Mar 3, 2017 07:43:13 #
I keep a Leatherman Wingman on my belt. It has all of the essentials and has come in
handy on more than one occasion. The blade part is always sharp.
handy on more than one occasion. The blade part is always sharp.
Mar 3, 2017 07:47:58 #
Mar 3, 2017 07:56:06 #
GENorkus wrote:
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#1 yes, for better than 50 years
#2 of course
#3 varies, ceramic rods, firestones sharpener, carbide 'v' thingy, what ever is available when needed
Mar 3, 2017 08:00:06 #
I am a avid Hunter! and fisherman! I go nowhere without a sharp knife or two! In fact I seldom go anywhere without a gun! It is a dangerous world out there and I chose not to be a victim! I do not recommend it without proper training and practice practice! Just like photography. However, it is how I roll and my wife as well!
Mar 3, 2017 08:17:02 #
1 I carry a knife when in the woods, and when out shooting pics usually. Carry something more lethal if I am going to be in a place where it may
warrant it. And yes, licensed.
2 A dull knife requires more force to cut something, which increases the chances of the user not having complete control over the cut. So if it is
not sharp, leave it home!
3 I have several stones, including a hard Ark, had those since I was a kid, they do a respectable job. Now I use a water immersed wheel, fine grit
bench grinder for rough work. And one of several diamond hones to finish the job. Japanese water stones work well too! But I work with wood
and metal so need to get quality edges on cutting tools.
warrant it. And yes, licensed.
2 A dull knife requires more force to cut something, which increases the chances of the user not having complete control over the cut. So if it is
not sharp, leave it home!
3 I have several stones, including a hard Ark, had those since I was a kid, they do a respectable job. Now I use a water immersed wheel, fine grit
bench grinder for rough work. And one of several diamond hones to finish the job. Japanese water stones work well too! But I work with wood
and metal so need to get quality edges on cutting tools.
Mar 3, 2017 08:19:56 #
GENorkus wrote:
Once came by the tail end of a photo shoot and not... (show quote)
1 Yes since I can remember a a little kid.
2 yes
3 Sharpening stone
Mar 3, 2017 08:35:31 #
alby
Loc: very eastern pa.
yes yes ceramic...victornox single blade floral grafting knife.... i must have 20+ knives in my drawer. but always go back to this one ... why ? don't know just comfort, i guess
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