Easy Tip for Sharpeners when Sharpening a Convex Edge on Shears for Salons and Groomers

[@deoara1]

This was a great video that showed a before and after comparison of an issue and how to correct it. Perfect.

[@BonikaShears]

Thank you. This was a video that I wish had been out there when I started.

[@jackstein5486]

A fabulous demonstration and result!

[@BonikaShears]

Thank you

[@g.v.harvey7425]

I do not sharpen shears, but I admire the quality of your work, so I subscribe to your videos.

[@BonikaShears]

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[@arnoldkruger1896]

You've got the touch!

[@BonikaShears]

Thank you.

[@helmybarkawi2897]

Great video, Bonika. Keep it up. 🙂

[@BonikaShears]

Thank you! Will do!

[@ArtVanAuggie]

This is good Bonnie, great closeup camera work.

[@BonikaShears]

I try. I think I'm getting better.

[@angelapaschal4880]

So, So, So, happy i have found you. You have answered so many questions about sharpening shears. I have been a dog groomer for 16 yrs. and have often wondered why my shears would come back crappy. I have just started doing blades from home looking to go full time sharping blades and shears. Shears seems to be more difficult, but I am not about to let that stop me for my vision. I want to bring the best quality of sharpening to my home town here in KY. When and were can i sign up for a class?

[@BonikaShears]

Download this information package then call me. bonika.com/products/free-information-packages-about-selling-and-or-sharpening-shears-for-salons

[@LilDirt12]

Very nice

[@guscontreras3971]

You’re good! .. I used to make arius eickert shears back in early 90’s

[@BonikaShears]

Guess you are from Ohio! I see Ramon Eickert from time to time.

[@guscontreras3971]

@@BonikaShears 😂 Ramon! I mostly worked with Uwe aka the karate kid

[@lvl18abilities]

Thank you so much! Can I ask why it's important to keep a convex grind on hair scissors? I'm a knife sharpener, and was wondering about hair scissors. As long as the two lines meet in the right position is that all the scissors need?

[@BonikaShears]

Several reasons: 1. Cosmetic. You want shears to look like new , unchanged. 2. convex can often be a stronger edge. 3. My stylist say they can feel a difference, blades move through the hair more smoothly like airflow over an airplane wing. 4. Protect against competition. Another sharpener can sow seeds of discontent showing how you created a bevel on a convex edge. Even if you were happy, now you may have doubts about your regular sharpener. If you can convex and your competition is unable to because of poor equipment or laziness, you have a competitive advantage. 5. That’s the way the factory made them and unless you have a compelling reason to change an edge or angle, it is best to attempt to keep the factory standards.

[@IIISWILIII]

This is the number 1 issue that I run into with clients in my area. Sloppy sharpening from competitors is great marketing for me!

[@BonikaShears]

Agreed 👍

[@irvingfallon5510]

I just purchased some Fengliren cloth and hair scissors. The hinge nut has a knurled rim which, I assume, requires a special tool for removal without leaving marks. Is this tool proprietary or is it an industry standard? Where can I obtain one? Thank you.

[@BonikaShears]

Just turn it with your fingers. No tool needed.

[@tomarnull2833]

Excellent

[@BonikaShears]

Thanks

[@mariobery8327]

Useful video thanks

[@BonikaShears]

So nice of you

[@sharpen-up]

Great videos!

[@BonikaShears]

thanks you

[@josephspratt2055]

I free-hand convex and get lots of compliments on my jobs. I polish to a high luster and check my work under high magnification along with hair and tp testing. Problem is I never know the angle intended by the manufacturer. Any tips on finding this info?

[@BonikaShears]

@@josephspratt2055 in the factories they typically free-hand…..not all of them. Their workers have muscle memory and are consistent. I am less concerned with the original angle than I am on the use of the scissors and quality of the scissors. Sometimes the manufactures angle is too thin and dulls quickly. Sometimes they add a small blunt bevel over the convex to make the edge last longer. You have to decide based on the shear and the client what customer edge they need. This is why I like a clamp so I can record what angle I used and modify it next time if needed based on consultation with the client. Hope that helps…..but my go to angle when I’m not sure is 45.

[@josephspratt2055]

@@BonikaShears Thanks, Bonnie, you’re the best.

[@syndicateproductionstarana4925]

Awesome video..thanks for that.i really learnt alot about my scissors.Kiwi Barber

[@BonikaShears]

Glad it was helpful!

[@muchimi]

Thanks

[@BonikaShears]

You are welcome.

[@notruss1]

All your videos are A+++! Do you have a video that shows how to sharpen semi-convex blades that are painted or anodized? I'm new at this and don't want to harm the finish. I mean, if the process is the same as the beveled blades, I get that, but the edge on the semi-convex seems much thinner and you can't put the metal back so...no rocking? Just straight in and out? Thanks

[@BonikaShears]

I put in on my to do list.

[@robertmunguia250]

Is there any way I can see a picture of a shear with convex and another with bevel?

[@BonikaShears]

Watch this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWXTqX9sfqmpaJY

[@drmatt357]

Great job. How do you knock the burr off?

[@BonikaShears]

Inside burr or outside burr?

[@drmatt357]

@@BonikaShears - I think what you would refer to it as the inside burr or the one that touches the other blade as the scissors rubs together. I’ve since watched some of your other videos and you removed the burr by cutting the paper towel. That was on a beveled edge. Same for these convex shears? Thanks again for your time!😁

[@maurocarlosdealmeida]

Quem sabe faz ao vivo parabéns

[@PattysophsticatedMoney]

I want to start this business. I have been a stylist for 26 years but not a clue on sharpening. Can you assist?

[@BonikaShears]

I would start with my book " Sharpening Hair Scissors " which is on Amazon and on my website www.bonika.com. bonika.com/products/sharpening-hair-scisors-how-to-start-a-rewarding-home-based-business-book

[@eagleeyeviewimages]

Nice video 👍👍👍

[@BonikaShears]

Thank you.

[@swiggamortis5521]

New sub! I have so many questions 😁👍🏻

[@BonikaShears]

You can always call us at 770-972-4332 or email us at [e-mail] or put your questions here. I give private training and group training as well. I have videos on the website that are not public on KZbin www.bonika.com

[@maurocarlosdealmeida]

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[@shawncook9997]

can you resharpen cuticle scissors? As they have a very short cutting area.

[@BonikaShears]

Not worth it for most part because so cheap.

[@mihail7145]

Can. Our craftsmen even sharpen new scissors, so that the tips are very sharp! Like a needle!

[@DuyDepTraiPhoBaTrieu]

Can you still save a scissor if you sharpened it on the wrong side?

[@BonikaShears]

Sometimes. Not always. Send it to me and I'll shoot a video.

[@weizhang5013]

感谢，学习了👍👍👍

[@BonikaShears]

You are welcome. It's an honor to teach.

[@lostwithoutyou4ever101]

So how to Sharpen a convex shears edge at home?

[@BonikaShears]

Not possible without professional sharpening equipment.

[@sandrossb1613]

Can u sharp your nails? 😅

[@BonikaShears]

🙄

[@thesultanmerchant]

it all depend of equipment whcih you did not mention. without iequipment your persentation is absolutely useless.

[@BonikaShears]

I am always using the Scimech Flathone. bonika.com/collections/sharpener-supplies/products/scimech-hd-scissor-sharpening-flathone

[@boogieman8255]

Do you put ride line on beveled shears ?

[@mihail7145]

Why the name of the equipment? The principle of sharpening is shown! And you can use at least a drill, with a plate for sandpaper.