What Does a Razor Sharp Edge Look Like ULTRA Close up?

[@OUTDOORS55]

A real quick one for you! I have a whole list of videos to do with this set up . Ive already learned a lot just by seeing what's happening as I am sharpening. Cant wait to film some of these other videos👍 Let me know what else you would like to see! What I used to film this⬇️ amzn.to/3nvNXuz amzn.to/3uerxAw Full disclosure These are affiliated links I earn on qualifying purchases

[@jlplaidsmith3082]

Have ypu sharpened on sand paper instead of stones?

[@dzindrik9676]

I'm sorry, but this was extremely boring, just add the sharpening aspect to the video.

[@davideboscacci5339]

Hi! I'd like to see the bevel that the most reviewed knife sharpener gives to some poor knives. And what about "the ultimate knife"?

[@_BLANK_BLANK]

It would be awesome to see you redo the ceramic knife sharpening video, with this microscope lense. At least I think it would be interesting.

[@larryseibold4287]

Great stuff! I cant wait to see how well you do getting it back to hair sharp. I for one, cant do it...yet, at least freehand. still trying though. Keep it up.

[@tryxxor]

I wonder how a mirror polished edge would look under that strong Magnification and i love seeing videos from you again.

[@yaykruser]

Yeah, wonder if ce can make a smooth edge

[@beanosmeanos8650]

Just look it up

[@dermotmcgreevy5220]

@Xp Reflex why

[@matchesburn]

@Xp Reflex "A katana" No. Katanas are not somehow magically sharp. This razor blade is going to be sharper than just about any katana. And most katanas feature a relatively common saber/"scandi" flat grind, although sometimes a compound bevel edge. So... if you want to know what a katana edge looks like, buy a $15 Scandinavian Mora knife that is high carbon steel, sharpen and strop it, and look at it. Because the very edge apex, what you're actually cutting with, is going to be almost the same as most katanas. It's not like as soon as you curve the blade a bit and put some Japanese kanji on it and talk about cherry blossoms that the thing somehow becomes a lightsaber that can cut through tanks and machine gun barrels and deflect bullets and cut mountains in half.

[@GG-ml3vr]

@@dermotmcgreevy5220 Why not,i too would think it would be interesting

[@feng125]

I love this new style of videos. I'm studied materials science and I wanted to go even deeper into this topic, such as using an electron microscope (overkill, you think?), and also how difference grades of steel affects the blades ability to reach a really tight apex. Enjoying this educational aspect of your videos so much!

[@OUTDOORS55]

Yeah id like to go even farther in the future. You definitely learn a lot actually being able to see this small🙂

[@yaykruser]

Did you learn anythig about gasses inside metals there?

[@JREwing-se2wk]

Interesting you mention SEM. I’m interested in a decent solution for digital microscope that has better output than in this video ( i need clarity within few microns). If in your research, you found an ideal digital alternative for SEM to inspect the sharpened edge, please share.

[@RickSanchezC-id8fp]

You should do a vid with a cheap knife vs expensive knife edge to see the difference from the factory. This was interesting keep it up👍

[@caseysmith5585]

You got me into sharpening knives and really improving, my girlfriend use to get mad at me for spendings hours practicing, I’ve spent no joke over 300 hours in the past 7 months after work sharpening knives, and now my girlfriend has the sharpest knives she could want. And I’ve gotten into making knives which is all to exciting!

[@jimm3267]

Someone is having fun with his new microscope. But definitely fascinating. Excellent work !

[@aimansyahmidzulkhairy909]

Your channel is like a quick sharpening course. It has helped me very much, thank you.

[@Jaster_Mereel]

PA represent! Still the best sharpening content on KZbin.

[@OUTDOORS55]

Thanks my friend 🙏

[@mrbecker187]

Damn I’m in northeast pa..didn’t even know that’s where he was at

[@wallacemcnish]

Agreed, sharpening guru.

[@forteka81]

NEPA

[@sayeretmatkaal]

OMG ! It never rains & then it POURS ! I really cannot say what made me more happy : To see our favourite knife-man back in action, or To see this video which I have been searching in vain for ever and even tried to make it myself with macro-lens etc (no it didn't work) Whatever it is, I pray all the house issues will be sorted out soon and the MUCH deserved happiness will return & prevail.

[@poncho151]

I did a double take when I saw that this was only 2 days old and that it wasn’t just KZbin suggesting one of the many older videos I’ve watched before. Great video and I’m excited to see what you come up with using this lens! Glad to see you back!

[@oscr_zen]

I feel like I'm not cheering anyone else as much as You on being a successful youtuber - all around good, hard working person :]

[@wyattroshangah6665]

Good to see you back homie

[@OUTDOORS55]

Thanks 👍

[@LBulletDodger]

hey mate! i just wanted to let you know that i was really struggling with getting a shaving edge on a knife (and oh boy have i been trying) and thanks to you i have succeeded in doing so for the first time this week. thanks a lot!

[@kb-nf1ok]

I'd like to see a quick side-by-side picture of a piece of paper that was cut with a freshly sharpened edge as opposed to an edge that needs to be sharpened.

[@ivi4g1cphysco87]

love how you can make a razor blade so interesting lol keep it up love you're vids

[@OUTDOORS55]

Thanks! Always appreciate the support 🙏

[@therogers4432]

Only sharpening-nerds like Alex and his subscribers SHOULD find this so interesting, but I bet a whole lot of other people would be fascinated too... And if they become sharpening-nerds or subscribers too then everybody wins 😁 Thanks for another amazing video Alex 👍

[@thisdude2648]

@@OUTDOORS55 What grit whetstone do you use?

[@wabek5882]

oh you're back lets gooo

[@pengovan]

Great video! It is incredible to see how much wear and damage did just regular cardboard to the blade!

[@adamedwards3921]

Love this video ,it's a nice change from all the knife videos in the knife community

[@OUTDOORS55]

Thanks! Figured id try doing some different stuff 👍Thanks for watching 👊

[@thefamily_ak1863]

i used those blade everyday for 10yrs , deff some of the sharpest razor blades ive ever used , neat 2 see em up close , especially now that im into knifemaking , looking forward 2 seeing more thx man

[@arubanjames]

I’ve been watching your videos and this feels like “the birth of a legend” video.

[@notadroid4406]

I wonder how scalpel blades look under that lens? I'd like to see how many bevels they have and how they handle the hair whittling. Interesting stuff, thanks

[@orion7741]

Scalpel blades would look exactly the same as this razor blade does. They are no different than this razor blade other than the shape.

[@notadroid4406]

@@orion7741 I imagine you are right, I can only see one grind and the edge bevel is a finer polish finish. I can't seem to get a scalpel to whittle a hair - old eyes & poor hair choice may be my reason for failing here.

[@jollyjackass]

Glad to see you back in my feed after that break.

[@kinnikuzero]

It would be interesting to see the view parallel the edge before and after sharpening

[@G_Thor]

So happy to have you back.

[@ashmerch2558]

So glad your uploading consistently again. I have so much more fun free handing than using my KME and EdgePro Apex. I credit you, Michael Christie and Sean from BBB for that.

[@makenchips]

Blows my mind somebody would put a thumbs-down on any of you guys videos I guess they're all scientists themselves they don't need to see this! I think these are most excellent videos and demonstration spot-on

[@jameswatkins6358]

You have no idea how much we have missed you

[@nemo227]

This video SHOWS us much more about blade sharpening than the videos that merely show/demonstrate how to sharpen blades on various stones.

[@Mike-kr9ys]

Amazing camera/lens! You are taking us to a world we have never seen! Thanks!

[@aksalaman4689]

That new camera lens could cause severe OCD. Under the lens, when would the edge be sharp enough?

[@shamusfeagin7980]

You're gonna overload KZbin HQ with this upload rate.

[@zram4x4]

Just wanted to say thank you Alex, I have been watching and learning from your videos. I now can sharpen my knives better than I ever have before. 💯

[@valuedhumanoid6574]

I have seen close ups of surgical scalpels after a procedure just on human flesh. The before/after is stunning. Those blades are so fine of an edge that muscle, skin and tendons will dull them.

[@SuperLumipallo]

Knife guy is back? YAY! ^_^ WELCOME BACK!!!! Love your stuff and looking forward with enthusiasm what new have you cooked and coming up.

[@lolloveboylol]

I've honestly been looking forward to seeing you start uploading again, and you did not disappoint! Very glad to see you back at it again!

[@percyvandermerwe185]

Very interesting and another great video. Thanks for the “step-up set-up”. Brings a truly exciting new dimension to knife-making. Your explanations are highly regarded and appreciated. One of my favorite channels on youtube. Thank you. Remain safe. Regards from South Africe

[@dannytriplett8625]

Great to see your notifications again. Love your videos of your special skills. I had no idea how rough a sharp edge was.

[@razormonkey5000]

Love this channel👍

[@mariogutierrez3432]

This is awesome I luv seeing the edge up close and all the details . Can't wait to see more. Thanks.

[@mrsavedbygrace2569]

Great video! I really appreciate the effort you're putting into showing us the dynamics of the edge of the blade. Thanks for the links to your camera and lenses. You're on the next level of knife knowledge and photography. Thanks

[@joshuabriggs7114]

Great illustration of edge wear! Thanks!

[@ronniestarkey8611]

Awesome to see you back at it, you inspired me a ways back, love the new camera view, good stuff👌

[@azarkarmushakov5369]

Could you make a new video on ceramic knifes? How the edge looks like when it is new, dulled and re-sharpened with different techniques including a successful one you discovered last time?

[@causmogroov3764]

Glad to see you are back!!

[@scottcrawford3745]

This opens up a very interesting option for your content: You can take a piece of good knife steel that you have access to a lot of... then literally do microscopic comparisons to the scratch depth/density/ polish level and actual grit size of different stones... Debunk some myths, like: Do the Garnet/Noviculite /Coticule/ Quarried japanese waterstones really give as good an edge as the finest manmade stones ? Do those natural stones produce smaller and smaller grit sizes as they develop a slurry while working ?? Do oils/ water/ water additives produce better results ? how much polish are you really getting from your strops/ pastes ?? Test the 4 different Arkansas stones against each other ?? OMG!!. The possibilities are ENDLESS !!!

[@KrazeeeOne]

Crazy cool close up shots! I'd love to see some close ups during your manufacturing processes. Maybe some close up shots of different bevel/grind types? All sorts of opportunities!

[@clive-t.m.d7955]

Brilliant photography. Thanks for sharing with fellow sharpening obsessives 👍

[@yorkshirepud9245]

This might sound strange bud, but it’s good to hear your voice again 😂. You single handily got me into knife making and I will be forever grateful. Iv made a couple of knives now and also a mini forge to heat treat them with. keep it up Alex much love from the UK 👍

[@The_RC_Guru]

Would’ve loved to see it stropped after. To see what my knife edge looks like after some use then a quick strop. Outstanding video.

[@alberthubbard694]

The only knife sharpening channel that I have subscribed to. Been watching your videos for quite some time now. Happy that you are back!!!

[@OUTDOORS55]

Thanks for sticking around 👍

[@vcr53wus]

Duuude we need more videos from you. They are really good

[@caseysmith5585]

So happy your back!!!!

[@breoganlopez3943]

wow this new equipment is mindblowing,it is ideal to see clearly what you have on your bevels👉im really looking forward to see more of theese videos,very nice

[@brawldawg8729]

Good to have you back.

[@Enigma-Sapiens]

I'm all in! Let us see just how polished and sharp a knife/razor edge can be, please & thank you!

[@PabloP169]

Great to see you back.

[@Zickzag]

Great work! really glad you are uploading content again

[@unopine]

What we find exciting leaves others scratching their heads. My gf is always borrowing my blades because they're sharp, and they work... but she won't just let me sharpen her knife because I make it too sharp. Yeah. That's what she said.

[@FPL_Louis]

Exact same thing here! Apparently they I make them ' too dangerous'

[@notchs0son]

@@FPL_Louis I mean there is. My grandpa used to sharpen our knives on a buffing wheel and those would cut you by running your finger with a very little amount of pressure.

[@FPL_Louis]

@@notchs0sonsure buddy, A couple of points though, 1. I don't use a buffing a wheel and they don't get thay sharp. And 2. I would never encourage running your fingers along a sharp edge

[@FPL_Louis]

@@notchs0son you're arguing with an argument I never made, I'm saying mine aren't too dangerous. That's it.

[@notchs0son]

@@FPL_Louis yea ok what you shave your hairs with it or do ya put it on your tongue to feel the sharpness. Or what and I was speaking about what my grandpa did not you and it was very sharp to the point of shaving and for what reason are you arguing me, I never mentioned you did any of this.

[@Primusaur]

I really like the implementation of your new devices!

[@e.t.preppin7084]

Let’s see ya sharpen that dull blade 🤔. Right on. Good to hear from you. Look forward to more vids. 👍

[@victorhopper6774]

i sharpen my snap off blades. couple passes and stroop. last a long time and quicker than changing.:)

[@mikeking6686]

Glad you're back, good job

[@outsider344]

Videos like this one and your knife making videos are what got me into sharpening and then making knives. I'm grateful for the entertainment and inspiration but also curse what you have done to my wallet.

[@jeffdowns6320]

I like seeing what the microscope reveals. It's funny how dull the pointer looks under the microscope. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos.

[@bobcarrender2693]

So happy you are back...

[@LeetDoctor]

Glad you're back.

[@jonhouse923]

thanks for bringing your channel back. i always enjoy your point of view.

[@RobertOrgRobert]

Great photography

[@joep5337]

Excellent video. I'd like to see you sharpen a utility razor blade and then see under the scope. Thanks for all you do for your viewers.

[@redbeardsknives3278]

keep on posting more buddy. i want to see some more of that good old knifemaking.

[@alphonsesynrem28]

I too will check on the sharpness edge since I bought a new microscope. It's indeed a very interesting thing to see as it will make you sharpen stuff with a knowledge and not sharpening blindly and believing that it's really sharp now. Thanks for the proof.

[@jimsheppard910]

I have a portable microscope that I use when I'm sharpening my blades to make sure my bevels are spot on. Its a must for me as I'm new to sharpening and want to do the best job possible. Thanks for an excellent video. From Canada 🇨🇦... stay safe.

[@jamesmaggio7560]

Glad ur back! Keep up the good work👍

[@jeffdowns6320]

I like all of your videos. Lots of good information. I appreciate you making the videos. I am trying to get better at sharpening free hand on stones. Not easy yet.

[@CrazySharp]

Ohhhh look who’s back !!!!!

[@jessefleming1421]

Good to see ya back

[@cmoore7780]

Glad your back making videos brother. I’ve learned a lot watching them

[@thebikepackingadventurer]

To be honest I love the series videos where you make amazing knives

[@Omnivorous1One]

Nice to see you back

[@samivey8416]

That was cool. And glad you are back

[@charlesroberts9675]

Very interesting, Thank You. Would also be interesting to see a Doctors scalpel.

[@lucy_402-]

it's so good to see you back and fine! I'm so happy :)

[@lukego]

Thank you for making these videos! I am learning to sharpen knives and I already have a microscope so it is very useful to know how they are supposed to look. The knives in my house are all blunt so your video really helps me to understand what I am supposed to see.

[@Julian-yx4we]

These new videos have been so educational, thanks! Your videos have always been informative (sharpening, knife-making), but these are a whole new level of education. Awesome job, thanks!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@craigcerminara9605]

It's nice to see you back.

[@OUTDOORS55]

Thanks! You as well👍

[@razormonkey5000]

Possible video idea. Maybe with that camera you could show us the difference between a high-end and lower-end steel. What they look like after sharpening and then how they look after cardboard cuts and maybe a rope test and why the price may or may not be worth it for some people. Maybe like 8CR13 vs S30V or M390 or something? Just an idea. My friends can't seem to understand why I would ever spend over $100 on a knife when they can get one for $10.

[@litesronno1shome]

something I'd like to see would be the affects of different types of sharpeners, inexpensive to professional style on different types of blade steels, again inexpensive to higher end steels. Too many times I need to just touch up a cheaper knife to get a job done, but whats the cheapest and fastest sharpening method. Maybe even find out what you should never ever use. Glad to see you're back and wow what a camera.

[@billinhouston3291]

Hey, buddy, knives aren't my thing, but I watched a couple of your videos and I wanted to say thanks for posting good clean content. As a Christian guy I really appreciate that. Maybe the algorithm will send me back here again someday. Until then, all the best.

[@jstafford7497]

Yo I’ve miss your videos so much! Keep up the good work 🤘

[@LangstonDev]

These are incredible man great job!

[@ScottWorthington]

Very coo, Alex. So good to have you back.

[@das_gruuben]

Glad to have you back. I'm going to go watch some of your old videos, try to get some algorithm juice flowing for you.

[@petermcmahon8074]

Just started viewing and subscribed. Love your very clear (and humorous) narrative. Getting myself ready to have a go at making my first knife and later one for my adult son's birthday. I am really keen on converting a file; love the residual cross hatch etc on the finished product. Good luck with your re-settlement. Pete from Australia

[@ChanceVSMinecraft]

Very nice educational video! Good job mate.

[@pauljs75]

Might be interesting to get a closer look at the surfaces used to do the sharpening as well. Different stone types, etc. Compare the ceramic cup bottom to a proper stone and ceramic sharpener, synthetic diamond stone, or would a ceramic tile with a smooth unfinished back work, etc. How does a strop look before and after prepping it, and when it picks up blade material? Those may tell some things as much as the blades do, if given the magnification view.

[@brandonn2538]

Man I'm glad to see these videos popping up

[@abidwizardofoz9079]

So awesome what a microscope can do to explain knife edges. There are a lot of people with better microscopes, but you just explain it with a whole more detail and really show us what the differences between dull and sharp is. gg man:)

[@edsoars]

Thanks for this! Informative to see what a new and a worn edge look like. Just getting into knifemaking, so this is WAY useful!

[@Daniel-ou4fb]

I'm so glad you're back.

[@nathanhorton8800]

Yay! You’re back!

[@GhostTheory]

Love how things look when you get to zoom in so much