Free Hand Sharpening a Case Sod Buster JR in Chrome Vanadium Steel

[@johnclifton218]

Please ease up on us old guys. 77 now been caring and sharpening knives for 68 years. Pretty sure the knives I sharpen are done correctly any way I enjoyed the video nice to see a young person carry and use a traditional pocket knife. Don’t leave home with out it.😘

[@donc5220]

I love watching other ppl sharpening its so relaxing. So cool how ppl could have diff ways or techniques but get same result. Love it.

[@ericasedc]

Thanks for viewing Don!

[@timpatch9902]

I’m a 43 year old father of three. And this young lady taught me how to sharpen with both hands towards myself. Took a little bit but it was so worth it. Thank you so much!!!

[@ericasedc]

So glad you learned from it!!!

[@SharpeningSupplies]

Thanks for the shout out! Great to see some quality hand sharpening.

[@MpBauduin]

My hypertension goes down just watching you sharpen your knife. A kind of a meditation.

[@terrillschneider3778]

Just got two new Soddy Jrs for my 71st birthday and Father’s Day yesterday my younger son John and his family gave me a Natural Bone SS with Cross Shield and a Persimmon Peach Seed Jig Bone SS with Oval Shield and both are gorgeous and perfect Love this video like I love you BtW

[@ericasedc]

What awesome presents! I love you T!!!! The mostest!

[@terrillschneider3778]

@@ericasedc The older son and his kids pooled their money and bought me a Grohmann Bird and Trout My wife got me a Case 5” Buffalo Horn Hunter I have a great family And an adopted granddaughter in New Hampshire who’s crazy about me love you to teeny tiny bits

[@Robin-oe8vt]

This is the absolute most useful knife video I have ever seen! Thank you very much! You are a fantastic teacher!

[@ericasedc]

Awh, thank you so much. Means the world to me!!!

[@franka9760]

Great demo, Erica! You have very steady hands and lots of patience, both things that I lack. I have to use a guided sharpening system as my hands are very shaky. I am thinking about getting the Work Sharp Guided Field Sharpener, which Pete uses very successfully. I could never accomplish what you do with diamond and waterstones.👏

[@ericasedc]

Thanks for the support Frank!!!! Guided systems are wonderful for that reason!

[@umakako]

It's always nice to see people sharpening with both hands. It takes practice and skill but i think it's worth it 🔪

[@ericasedc]

I was born ambidextrous luckily!

[@kirbycreekmo]

This is THE best sharpening video I've seen. Your expertise is apparent in both the commentary and on the stones. That sort of muscle memory doesn't happen without practice and those observations don't come from reading a book or watching videos. I'm highly impressed. You are decades ahead of where I was at your age. Continued success! Great channel!

[@jessicadudley8278]

I’m not me, I’m my boyfriend. That is to say that I, Mike, am commenting on Jessica’s account. Anyway, when you mentioned how much you love the old ways, and the old knives I just cheered! I love hand sharpening, and traditional knives. About a year and a half ago I started using a straight razor to shave with with, and I love how traditional it is. It makes me think more about what I am doing, and now that I have the proper stone to hone them on, and a good strop, shaving has become such an enjoyable experience. It’s all related to that vintage vibe, and a more relaxed time. I’ll subscribe when I get home, but in the mean time I subscribed on Jessica’s accounts. I’m sure she doesn’t mind. 😊

[@ericasedc]

Yay!!!! Thanks for joining!!!!

[@kal0Blades]

Friday plans right there for me ... planning to reprofile some of the rounded tips for sure. Thanks for sharing!

[@ericasedc]

Love that!!!! Cheers brotha!

[@robhead22]

I Love this video! Its what i needed. I am just tackling the learning curve with hand sharpening. And this, this is a master class on hand sharpening. You even learn what not having a sharpening choil does!!! Enjoy!!

[@MikeSmith-mp1jq]

Ever try the SharpMaker knife sharpener??? It's way faster and more precise. (However, you do a great job doing it the long way around)

[@jameskaczmarek-i6d]

Watching you sharpen is like listening to Randy from Georgia 's inspirational talks. I have practiced sharpening on some of my junky old kitchen knives and am mildly impressed with i have done so far, but still freaked out with myself with some high end Wusthof chef knives.Hopefully someday!!!

[@ericasedc]

I love that- what a compliment. Thank you! And you got this- keep practicing!

[@marcelpfeiffer6587]

really great sharpening video, I'm also using dmt 600 and 1000 for years, they work well.

[@ericasedc]

Easy peasy set!!!

[@marcelpfeiffer6587]

it sure is!

[@lizardking6536]

I just bought a sodbuster jr because of you and I love it. Thanks

[@nicoledodge7240]

Amazing job sharpening, love all the helpful and detailed tips you add in!! 😁

[@nothezza]

I've ordered myself a mahogany JR that should be coming in tomorrow, I'm very excited! I appreciate you sharing your passion for these with us.

[@ericasedc]

I hope you LOVE IT!!!!

[@95666]

How do you like it?

[@nothezza]

@@95666 It had the worst QC imaginable, so I proceeded to return it. I then ordered another from a different store. The size was very nice though and I'm excited for the second one to come in.

[@unklstepbilly]

Very neatly done. Your free hand is very clean. No scratches. Good edge.

[@theprestriedge4657]

You would make a good teacher/Instructor.

[@ericasedc]

I was for years!!!

[@theprestriedge4657]

@@ericasedc nice

[@mcsquirgle]

hey Erica, today I carried my Case 6235 1/2 with Stainless Steel, also known as the Swell End Jack. It was made in 1982. Its in beautiful condition. I love Case, but they just dont make them like that anymore. I also carried my Boker plus Kalashnikov with the flat ground clip point in bead blasted D2. I just got the Kalashnikov recently and I adore it. for 55 bucks its an absolutely acceptable Taiwanese made automatic knife

[@ericasedc]

I agree! Awesome carry!

[@mikep.9371]

It turned out fine. For the hand model Sharpening an old timer

[@ericasedc]

You’re a love Mike!

[@gerardmartyn1738]

General note; knife sharpening is by use. High polish slides on synthetic materials. Toothy grabs. Both can shave hair, and feel sharp. Too thin can chip. It all depends on the use. Great 👍video as always.

[@ericasedc]

Cheers!

[@Krazyabe]

Scored a GEC 88 ace awhile back and have really enjoyed it. So easy to sharpen after you've been doing the super steel thing for awhile. Watching the patina develop is great too. I feel like you should have an "electricians knife". My other slippy is a vintage case in this model. The lil pry/scraper is pretty damn handy.

[@ericasedc]

I have one!

[@Mgizler1]

This is the exact technique I use when freehand sharpening.

[@ericasedc]

Awesome!

[@joannearduin7801]

Great video definitely enjoyed this one because I have the same case knife and know exactly what you’re saying about their edges

[@ericasedc]

They are a bit rough!

[@Bladeblinded1957]

You have good control and retain a constant angle both good traits in sharpening

[@ericasedc]

Thanks for watching and commenting ❤

[@danj9339]

There's something very ASMR about this. 🙏

[@ericasedc]

Mmhm!

[@CIGARURI]

Hi Fave.I'm carrying rhe Gerber gator. And a large SODBUSTER ❤

[@ericasedc]

Awesome!

[@rob10ring]

Saving this one. I’ve still got a gimpy left hand. I’ve got a couple with that rounded tip and I have a hard time with going around the tip smoothly.

[@ericasedc]

I hear ya!

[@MotownEDC]

Carried my GEC #12 today and just got my new Case Amber Bone Trapper in CS

[@ericasedc]

Awesome!

[@drewpetrey5804]

Such an awesome video! I just discovered your channel Erica and I'm loving your content! Thanks so much for sharing!!

[@ericasedc]

Welcome aboard!!!!!

[@davegoodridge8352]

Good job. I'm going to learn how to do this myself.

[@ericasedc]

I love hearing that!!!!

[@BR549-2]

Another great video.

[@ericasedc]

Really appreciate that!

[@1OFGODSOWN]

I use Beaver Sticks and they work great.They work better with Carbon Steel blades but they do a great job on Stainless Steel Blades as well but they require more effort.👍

[@ChristophGellert]

Hello Erica, many Americans think that “Sod buster knives are American classics.” But if you take a closer look, the origin and therefore also the “Case Sodbuster” is in Germany. Take a look at the so-called “Hippekniep” from the Otter company. The Italian “Maserin” is also a copy. The German Hippekniep served as a model for the American Sodbuster. It is therefore considered the original form of the Sodbuster. German immigrants brought their Hippekniep knives to the USA in the 19th century. American knife manufacturers adopted the design and adapted it to the needs of the American population. The resulting knife was given the name “Sodbuster” because it was often used by farmers to break off sod. Similarities: The Sodbuster and Hippekniep share many characteristics, such as the shape of the blade, the folding mechanism and the use of handle materials such as wood or horn. Differences: There are also some differences between the two knives. For example, the blade of the Sodbuster is often slightly longer and more pointed than that of the Hippekniep. In addition, Sodbusters are often made of stainless steel, while Hippeknieps are traditionally made of carbon steel. The Hippekniep has significantly influenced the development of the American Sodbuster and is therefore considered to be its original form. Both knives are popular and versatile tools that are suitable for various tasks in everyday life and in nature. Best regards from Münster, Germany. Christoph 🙂

[@ericasedc]

Yes I have heard this! Thanks so much!

[@livewithnick]

knives are tools. Most people in the old days knew how to sharpen a knife. Not true today. Sharp is sharp regardless how you sharpen it. Theres nothing wrong with a toothy edge. A working man or sportsman doesnt need a mirrored edge.

[@SouthernKnifeLife]

I'm not a grandpa and I use diamond stones on pretty much everything but I have a few Norton course/fine India stones, and I promise you if you will use one to sharpen those simple steels like 1095, 1075, 5160, 52100, o1 and A2 and then strop you will love the edge it gives, I can even mail you one if you want to try it. It's the older Norton made in the USA before they sold out to Mexico

[@ericasedc]

Awh that is super sweet thanks for the offer!!!

[@SouthernKnifeLife]

@@ericasedc well thank you, do you want one, I'm telling you if it's a good India stone that's fresh and not clogged it leaves a great edge. I have been sharpening for years and I love diamond stones especially the interrupted ones like you have but I give you my word you will like the edge, it's smooth but toothy at the same time, the only thing is the oil can get messy of course. If you don't take it imma have to send a blade sharpened on one to you 🫣

[@ericasedc]

@@SouthernKnifeLife I have used them before(:

[@SouthernKnifeLife]

@@ericasedc okay gotcha I have a few sitting in the closet and never use them. When I found out that Norton was going to Mexico the OCD side of me bought a bunch of the older U.S. made ones, I really do need to get rid of some

[@danj9339]

Got a new Buck 112 50th anniversary on the way. Can't wait for it to get here. Wondering what the edge will be like. 🤔

[@ericasedc]

Probably rough!

[@1OFGODSOWN]

BUCK Knives are usually Razor Sharp out of the box if it’s a BUCK USA.I don’t have any experience with the China made models.

[@DonnieDailey]

Thanks for the video. New subscriber. Heard about you from The Georgia Adventurer. Hope to learn a lot from your channel.

[@ericasedc]

Welcome aboard!

[@deanP.]

Great video. Thank you. I’m planning on getting some DMT stones from n the future.

[@ericasedc]

They work very well❤

[@georgia_adventurer]

Good sharpening technique

[@ericasedc]

Thanks man!!!!

[@carlbakerjr1088]

I own many Case knifes and your right about the Sod Buster they are notorious for little gaps and imperfections but the tip on that is rounded for skinning. Other Case patterns have higher quality standards and each model is designed for specific jobs like the doctor knife pattern has a non sharpened paddle for crushing pills. Also look at their clip point blades they come to a very sharp point .You should Google all their blade shapes it's interesting.

[@carlbakerjr1088]

Another good tip is to get the burr off easy draw it back over the cut end of a two by four real gentle like it pulls them pesky burrs right off then hit the 1000 grit - strop -sharp

[@ericasedc]

Thanks for all the information!

[@acid6urns]

the doctors knife has the flat bottom bolster for crushing pills, the doctors spatula is for counting and separating things or powder

[@roaldpinnoy4334]

nice - free-hand - have to hone in my free-hand sharpening skills a bit. DMT 600 on my radar...

[@ericasedc]

There ya go!

[@ACGREAPER]

Is that the 6” stone? Looking to get a few of these stones maybe a set

[@ericasedc]

Yes

[@robhead22]

And dr bronners!! You do not disappoint!!

[@robhead22]

“…Everythings so fast paced these days… …This forces you to slow down,… …pay attention…” Beautiful! Thank you, this video is a gift!! HBD2U 🧚‍♂️🤝🕊

[@thomasmackin9595]

Erica, check out RKW swamp rat SR-3v bend test if you want to see 3-v taken to the limits at a RC 62 hardness. Tom @ NSM

[@ericasedc]

Will do!

[@oscaralvarado6457]

I use Windex on a Diamond stone

[@devatwell334]

Whered u get the adjuatable wet stone clamp

[@latetodagame1892]

How much does a DMT sharpener go for? How much should I be looking to pay? $200+?

[@ericasedc]

Go look

[@kayok07]

Yellow derling trapper in CV in a pocket slip

[@kudahman530]

I carry a Case Trapper with pocket clip and CS blades

[@ericasedc]

Nice!!!

[@bullwingsc6216]

Thinking of getting the TSProf knife sharpener. I just cant seem to get the angle correct using free hand(

[@acid6urns]

TSprof is super expensive. you can get the same results with a worksharp precision adjust for $60-$200 depending on model or a KME for about $200? or so. i have the cheapest worksharp the $60 one and can get super thin hair splitting edges no problem on everything from 9cr18mov to s30v/20cv

[@jmayhue444]

Very cool!

[@ericasedc]

Thanks!

[@Tony42Rivers]

This is God’s work

[@ericasedc]

Far from it but thanks bro!❤

[@latetodagame1892]

I think it was just her and skill.😂

[@RandysWSG]

Awesome

[@ericasedc]

Thank you!

[@kevinh2099]

Always have trouble getting the right angle freehand.

[@ericasedc]

Use a Sharpie

[@traviswagner3656]

Rocking my rough ryder in vg10 with natural patiner copper handles

[@ericasedc]

KNICE

[@acid6urns]

how’s the edge retention? i saw they claim vg10 but at that price i was skeptical. if it’s actually vg10 i may have to grab one.

[@traviswagner3656]

@@acid6urns I think it is great. It gets screaming sharp. I would say it's not quite as good as spydercos, but pretty close. If strop it mirror finish it sometimes won't cut plastic parts bags, it just slides over it. If sharpen to 600 grit it is a little toothy and works great for edc tasks. Highly recommend. You won't be disappointed. Jersey knife guy has a video on it.

[@Dreweldeenknives]

Shapton glass 400 best one and done stone out there

[@isaiah_b_3798]

Naniwa Chosera 400 FTW.

[@mcsquirgle]

all the Case knives that I have that I know I will use I end up sharpening right away. I wont even try and use the factory edge because they are really that terrible. that said, Case CV or Tru Sharp will both take a keen edge quite easily

[@ericasedc]

Yessss!

[@RICHARDMOORE1959]

Guess you did two.Hugz sister

[@ericasedc]

No this is the original video! I just thought maybe the angle was poor but in re watching it I think I was being too critical.