Triple-T #95 - Intermediate Build Series - Sharpening

[@MThrow]

Always ready for these tidbits of information. They never cease to inform, and entertain.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for following along!

[@WestMcDonald]

Your videos have become a sort of primary education source for me now that I make my own blades. Thank you for all that you put into these. I'm never left wondering what you're talking about. Everything is always super clear to understand.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I’m glad they are useful to you! ❤️

[@RedBeardOps]

I like the fixed angles of the wicked edge...

[@RedBeardOps]

How much does the bevel angle change when working towards the tip? Depending on the knife and the aggressiveness of the curvature towards the tip, doesn't the fixed pivot arms create a slightly wider bevel towards the tip than along the flat of the edge? Probably isn't enough to matter... but I've just wondered

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Not noticeable at all. The angle basically remains the same. It the same way you hold the blade on something like the Wen sharpener, but in this case it’s the stone that’s moving.

[@RedBeardOps]

@@TyrellKnifeworks I like it, thanks man

[@theriversexperience9383]

Great info Denis, I feel like this is a great system for someone to use and get consistent edge geometry. The Lansky system might work for them as well.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Yup, so many systems out there today. I've never learned just using whetstones but some people swear by those. Thanks for watching, Erick!

[@Sauron191]

I could see myself opening my hand/fingers RIGHT up on this thing!! This must take practise!!!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I have cut myself on it a few times. Yes it does take a bit of practice.

[@dunntawkin213]

two months late to the party lol. Got a great deal on this system with the marble base. Went and also got the longest rods and additional stones as well. I don't have anything as beautiful as your knives are as I just keep up with our kitchen knives. I have a mix of Shun and Dalstrong which have a factory edge of 16 and 15 degrees respectively. I cut up various sized pieces from a bicycle tire tube and use that rubber to cup my blades in the clamp. I really appreciate how careful you are with your knives as you should be. Love the channel and I am so jealous of that nice shop I cant tell you! Thank you for keeping up with the content creation and showing us some of the most beautiful knives around.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you watching. Thanks for following the channel.

[@TalRohan]

That looks like a really cool system for a blademaker, I'm old school my edge tools get whetstones down as far as india stones (like arkansas stone) then stropped with gemstone polishing compound . I have one diamond file that I use for billhooks and the like when I am out on the field but thats it...I love that knife Denis

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking out my system, Talabavin. There's so many options out there for sharpening, and each works in its own way. 👍🏻

[@brickroadbladeworks4630]

I use the Wicked Edge as well. Good stuff!!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

It’s pricey, but a great setup. Thanks for checking out this video!

[@saxonknivesaustralia]

Another quality informative video Dennis.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@geejwentzel]

Loving Thursdays!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@carrestore]

Great job

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@stephenborders4654]

Nice sharpening lesson. You can actually see the burr come and go as you do each side. Great video.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for watching, Stephen. Honestly when making this video I didn't think it would get much interest, but I'm happy it is. ❤️

[@stephenborders4654]

@@TyrellKnifeworks If others are like me, they will watch most anything you do because you make it interesting and educational. You also don’t make a big deal about monetary support. Some of the others I used to watch are now using KZbin as a commercial. Nothing wrong with it, just not everyone can afford to pay out a monthly fee for a hobby.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

@@stephenborders4654 I'm always looking for Triple-T topics, so if you have any, let me know! I think it's almost time for another grinding tutorial video, but I'm looking for other ideas as well.

[@stephenborders4654]

@@TyrellKnifeworks I would like see one on grinding the bevels and what happens if you go to fast or to slow. Also how get the right angles for different uses. I will give it some thought and see if I can think of other subjects.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

@@stephenborders4654 Yes, it's about time I did another grinding basics video and add some more tips in there. 👍🏻

[@3DKreateFPV]

I have a question, have you ever thought about doing a copper damascus chefs knife? Love your videos. I actually have a friend that watches your videos too, and he wants to get into knife making, but his mother won't let him until he graduates and moves out😅. Cheers and thanks for the content.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I don’t do kitchen knives in this technique because copper isn’t considered food safe. Thanks for watching.

[@douglaswoodard3412]

so glad you did this vid its a good lesson for anyone who needs to learn how to sharpen anything as this is good for a lot of tools as well as knives. and man the blade turned out so nice i still wish i had the means to buy one from you or make my own using what your teaching but it still great to watch a master work his art and your a master for Shure

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for watching the series, Douglas! I appreciate it.

[@00jluiz]

Greetings from Brazil! I love your videos man! Keep up your great work!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much, Jose! I really appreciate you watching!

[@Sauron191]

GOD!!!! That is SHARP!!!!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Yeah, its hair-popping sharp!

[@j.hardesty446]

I have the Work Sharp precision adjust system 🔥 and I upgraded it with Veneve diamond Stones 👌

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I’ve heard good things about those. 👍. Thanks for watching

[@drakewyvern3115]

Thank you for all you tips I have one you might use.. If you have a Skiver for leather thin out a couple straps that can be adhered to the jaws of the sharpener for protection

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Yeah I could do that but the problem still exists that it would be over the tape and then the knife moves. I guess I could remove the tape in that area. I'll think about it. Thanks for watching, Drake

[@checoleman8877]

Nice video. I use a wicked edge too. Its the best in my opinion.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I should really upgrade to the pro version some day. Thanks for watching, Che.

[@checoleman8877]

@@TyrellKnifeworks I honestly don't think the Pro version is worth the money if you already have a wicked edge vice. Just buy the new stones. They have curved stones now and lapping stones as well.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

@@checoleman8877 I already have the curved stones, though I don't use them much. The issue with the Go is that its really for smaller knives. I wish it had a taller clamp and longer rails and I believe the Pro version has that.

[@mikchrungBLADES]

Is it really necessary to grind the primary bevel high up near the spine or about half the width of the blade is enough?

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

It depends on the geometry you're looking for. The higher up you grind your primary bevel, the sharper you can get your blade and the easier it passes through material. Think of a chef knife vs an axe. The former has a tall/full-flat grind vs the axe that has a stout/short bevel. They do different things. Watch my video on etch geometry in my Beginner Series for more info on this. Thanks for watching.

[@jackzuko9775]

Thats sharp, nice vid

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank for checking out this vid!

[@Fortunes.Fool.]

I have a few folding knives to sharpen and I don't know where to start because they're all different shapes. Thanks!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching

[@richardabbott5601]

That explained alot about sharpening

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for taking a look, Richard.

[@rahmatsaepulkudus9844]

can you make a damascus KUJANG CIUNG knife with a brass metal coating, with a modified handle because the original looks easy to separate between the handle and blade, I'm really curious.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I’m sure I could but I’ve got quite a few builds lined up first. Thanks for watching

[@michaelrobertson8795]

I also use a bench grinder with an MDF wheel and valve grinding compound, but you gotta make sure the valve grinding compound is dried on the wheel.👍✌

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I've never tried those MDF wheels. I'll have to check them out some day. Thanks for watching, Michael.

[@copper7309]

I really enjoy your video series. I teach at a Craft school in North Carolina and have taken many classes in hand craft ,and there is a big difference between a good teacher and a poor teacher. You are a good teacher. You explain well as well as showing some of the mistakes you make so we will not have to make those same mistakes. We will make a whole bunch more mistakes than you can even think of. But I would like to ask what grade stainless steel tube do you use for your canister Damascus? Is it 304 series or 316 series’s. The 316 is about twice as much. I will buy which one works best but would like to save where I can. Thanks again for all the videos. I got into blacksmithing nearly 40 years ago to make knives and swords but have only made one knife. It was a one armed man’s knife as I was about to have to have surgery on one of my arms and needed a way to cut my steaks. It was a handy knife. I found out that I really loved working with copper so I put knife making on the back burner. Because of your videos I have gotten the bug back so thanks again for such great content !!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much, Robert! I'm pretty sure I went with 304 series. You just want something that doesn't weld well to carbon steel and I think either would work. I'm happy to hear the videos are both helpful and inspiring!

[@theantcat7226]

what do you think about whetstones? Also, ever tried the Lansky sharpener?

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Whetstones are fine, they just require a lot more learning and practice, which I've never put in the time on. Some folks use their 2x72 for sharpening but an important point about that method is that if you're not using a misting system, you are probably ruining the temper at the very edge as it's heated on the belt. It's a micro-thin edge so just the belt moving across it will raise the temp above your temper temp and is changing your heat treat. Thanks for watching.

[@ChrisSmith-gy9zp]

That new apron is breaking in nicely.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

It's really nice! I'm wearing it more and more. When it cools off I'm sure I'll be wearing it all the time. Thanks for watching, Chris.

[@ChrisSmith-gy9zp]

@@TyrellKnifeworks You bet man!! Your an awesome smith/knifemaker. I gotta watch and learn.

[@waynejones9912]

your videos are great. how could anyone buy your knives.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I have knives available on my website. There’s a link in every video description. Thanks for watching

[@TheDarkStigmataVA]

I wonder if the type and quality of the masking tape matters since some stick aggressively on surfaces and others don't.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

It doesn’t matter much. A little acetone cleans up any sticky bits. Thanks for watching.

[@adrianhernandez974]

Genial sistema amigo, Justo estoy tratando de mejorar mi sistema de afilado. Que opinas del sistema WEN BG4270T ? Gracias y saludos desde Ecatepec, México 🇲🇽

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Nunca antes había usado el afilador WEN, pero mi amigo James en el canal Red Beard Ops lo usa y tiene un video de revisión. Mira eso. 👍🏻

[@adrianhernandez974]

@@TyrellKnifeworks si he visto su video, quería saber tu opinión. Gracias por tu atención a mi mensaje. Un abrazo !!!

[@richardvanboxel1975]

How much is the sharpening jig?

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Oh, I should have mentioned that. The Wicked Edge isn't cheap. They just released a new version of their "Go" model that will be on their website Aug 15. When I bought it, it was $350 and came with 3 sets of stones. I purchased 3 more sets at about $90 per set. Thanks for watcing, Richard.

[@elitehacker1416]

Can you please do a copper mosaic Damascus blade of some kind. No body has made one on the internet anywhere I would love to see what it looks like when it's done

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

It can’t be done like you’re thinking. If copper runs through the blade like that it would be extremely weak and the copper would be on the edge. The copper has to be longitudinal along the blade so there’s a central core. Get it?

[@daniilmakayed582]

Do you sell the knifes and the swords?

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I sell all my work. Check my website (link in the video description) for what's available. Thanks for watching, Daniil.

[@BannedByMe]

I don't have such sofisticated machine. But looks like worth buying one. I hate dull Knifes. How I sharpen my kitchen Knifes is once they are dull. I use a bench grinder the one one with the spinning stones, not sure if that's the name. I give a side a few grinds. It makes like a small mustaches on the blade. Then I have one flat fine stone that is for chisels but I put some oil and use it on the Knifes manually. If I don't use the grinder especially when the knife is really dull I take half hour for 1 knife. With the grinder 10min. What if you grind out the edge a bit before sharpening it so that you take faster the metal to form some kind of edge? Is that sensible idea? 😆

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

You, you can certainly grind the edge on the belt grinder if you want it to go faster. Thanks for watching

[@_YaUzbeK_]

получилось очень круто

[@massuliwa1609]

hello bro, want to request, try to make a keris. the weapons are Indonesian people from the past, thank you

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Yes, a Keris is on my list to make. Thanks for watching.

[@massuliwa1609]

Thanks again bro

[@dani_wotb7240]

🦍

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@leoorozco445]

You should make an anime sword.Maybe inosukes

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Well the katana is as close as that I guess. Thanks for watching, Leo.

[@BadPandaWoodworks]

Oh the ULINE book..... Everyone who has an LLC knows the ULINE book....

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

For sure! They use quality paper I can tell you! 🤣. Thanks for watching

[@_YaUzbeK_]

😁а я могу заказать себе на день рождения папе одну ножик

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Благодарю вас! Извините, индивидуальные заказы не принимаю. У меня есть ножи в наличии для продажи на моем веб-сайте. (ссылка в описании каждого видео)

[@likebot.]

Yeah, but will it slice tomatoes! I hope no one watching thinks you used any amount of pressure when checking for remaining burr. That would lose a person a tip of their finger. I remember reading an article on sharpening in Popular Science somewhere about 1975 or 6 and although they didn't have a jig, nor mention increasing the grade of grit, it did explain the burr and how to remove it with a strop. I had a barber's strop in mind, but I see that's just wrong.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Yup, the key is getting the burr before you move to higher grits. Thanhs for watching!

[@derduke9485]

wow... that sharpening system is real garbage in my opinion. It works i understand, but for me thats waaaay too much effort with that piece of cloth the tape... the clamping and all this. Just really suprised ur not that into whetstone sharpening. Ur knifes are gorgeous, keep up the good work. 👍

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

For those that aren't into whetstones, its a great system. It really doesn't take that long and the tape/cloth is optional, but I don't like scratching my blades after all the work to etch them. Thanks for watching.

[@николайсвирский-ь2т]

Buy a sharpener Profile and do not suffer

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for watching

[@nixielee]

For me, the tediousness of sharpening this way is not worth it. Common sense and a few stones will get the job done

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

To each their own, Daniel