Scandi Vs Convex

[ralph029]

Anyone have any thoughts on the difference in sharpening a convex grind vs. a scandi grind? I use a Hapstone system for sharpening at home. I'm also interested in field sharpening the two. Any thoughts?

 

[Multum in parvo]

Bark River recommends a pasted leather strop for their convex edges. Denim over a mousepad also works fine.

For Scandi knives I use a simple Norton India but they are mostly used for breaking down boxes and don’t look nice anyway.

 

[ralph029]

Bark River recommends a pasted leather strop for their convex edges. Denim over a mousepad also works fine.

For Scandi knives I use a simple Norton India but they are mostly used for breaking down boxes and don’t look nice anyway.

Thanks

 

[Legion]

I use both for camping, hiking, etc. I suppose some people find a scandi a bit easier to hone. Lay the bevel flat and off you go. But if you are practiced at honing a secondary bevel properly, not much practical difference.

For field, camp sharpening, I usually use a vintage washita.

 

[ralph029]

I use both for camping, hiking, etc. I suppose some people find a scandi a bit easier to hone. Lay the bevel flat and off you go. But if you are practiced at honing a secondary bevel properly, not much practical difference.

For field, camp sharpening, I usually use a vintage washita.

I have a lot of experience sharpening. I have no experience with convex grinds though.