SHARPENING THE RYOBI CS26 BRUSH CUTTER

[@CP-mj8wd]

Glad you did this video I assumed I had been sharpening the right way. I'll give your method a try. Certainly makes sense . My brother always said not to put a razor edge on lawnmower blades. If it works well great if not I'll re-comment. Thanks for taking the time to do the video well done..

[@SaskHunting]

Ya, I’m sure a straight edge would be fine, but I wanted something that would be sharp and not chip easily. A convex grind is a little more work than a quick straight edge, but the thinner straight edge will be more susceptible to larger chipping from rocks and debris. The convex grind can get just as sharp and provide considerably more edge support. Yes the initial reprofiling of the blade to convex takes a few minutes, but you can also roughly shape the blade with an angle grinder to convex, then finish it out with a mill bastard file. But all this is splitting hairs! 😂

[@merlew357]

Looks ready for some sage brush!

[@SaskHunting]

I’m thinking it may just do the trick!

[@psyfreaky5857]

This is soo weird. Do you want to make it round or what? 😀The basic rule is to hold the same angle, isn't it?

[@CP-mj8wd]

That's what I thought too, but I'm trying this method, I have a feeling it will be better.

[@SaskHunting]

I wanted the edge to be as durable as an axe. Increased edge support equals a stronger edge. I’m not looking for an edge that would be meant for slicing softer items very cleanly. I’m looking for an edge that will stand up to blunt force trauma 😂 A straight grind will be very sharp indeed, but will dull quickly against harder objects like thicker woods. Yes angle is important for a straight edge like a knife. This tool is meant to chop through 1-2” brushes.

[@psyfreaky5857]

@@SaskHunting Thanks for clarification. It obviously makes sense for this purpose. I cut just grass so I prefer sharper straght edge 👍

[@user-xj9yb7vx1l]

Can you use a grinder?

[@psyfreaky5857]

@@user-xj9yb7vx1l You can. But you won't get this kind of edge and you will remove bigger amount of material.