Subject: Re: [??] Sharpening damascus knives

From: Chas Clements <[email-masked]>
Date: 5 Oct 1995 18:51:37 GMT

I do a lot of leatherwork for fine custom knives (almost 45 
years). Most of my working knives are fine damascus that I have 
had made over the years. Greatest stuff west of the pecos! some 
tips; polish the face of the blade for less drag through the cut 
than with an acid etched surface, take advantage of the strength 
of damascus and work with a less beefy blade, know your maker and 
steels, differential heat treat, edge packing, etc. Some people 
find that acidwiping the edge will produce the saw tooth that you 
want, depends on what you're commonly cutting. Best Regards. Chas

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