New User From Colorado

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07/16/2016 at 2:57 pm #34606
Chris Evenstad
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Hello,

The WE sharpening system was recommended to me by a client and this is my first day unpacking and using it. I commend you on creating a great product that will now be a staple on my bench! I appreciate this forum very much and look forward to exploring it to learn the nuances of this tool. I have MUCH to learn… and I like that!

About myself…

I live in the mtns of Colorado and run a small biz that specializes in log home finish work. I am a hobby knifemaker (stock removal method) who makes hunting/fishing knives, kitchen knives, and the occasional folder. I also enjoy leather sheath work a great deal. I make these items for family, friends, and self…. not a seller. A well crafted knife and sheath gives me a feeling of immense satisfaction.

I also am the proud owner of a 40 acre historic Gold mine here in Colorado.

Thank you for creating this forum community. I will most definitely need and use it as I progress with this tool.

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07/18/2016 at 4:10 am #34616
Mark76
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Welcome to the forum Chris! Great you like your WEPS. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask.

Molecule Polishing: my blog about sharpening with the Wicked Edge
07/18/2016 at 7:36 am #34618
Chris Evenstad
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Thank you for the welcome Mark!

So far I really like the system but have identified a couple of concerns regarding the vise. I’m sure these concerns have already been addressed and remedied here. Any suggestions or thread links are much appreciated.
1. Some of my blades are etched (FeCl) Damascus, some are coated, and some are mirror finish. No knifemaker likes to insert these finishes into a metal vise without protection. For this reason I wish that the jaws were rubberized or similar to protect fine blade finishes. I plan to use a chamois strip for the protection of these finishes as a solution.
2. Some of my blades incorporate a full bevel that runs from the cutting edge all the way to the spine (both flat and hollow type grinds). Thus, they have no flat spot for the vise to grab and maintain accurate center. This causes these types of blades to rock if even light/moderate pressure is applied to either side. As a result I have ordered an Angle Cube to verify angles and plan to use it on my next attempt and am optimistic that the chamois will help to keep this type of blade more stable in the vise. If not there will be some disappointment as this was not a limitation I was anticipating.
07/18/2016 at 9:35 am #34621
cbwx34
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Chris Evenstad wrote:

I also am the proud owner of a 40 acre historic Gold mine here in Colorado.

This sounds awesome… feel free to share some pics if you want.
07/18/2016 at 9:54 am #34622
Chris Evenstad
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It is a very fun and challenging pursuit! I will add some pics shortly… hopefully it works to use flickr here.
07/18/2016 at 10:03 am #34623
Chris Evenstad
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Here are some pics from the mine.

COL by Chris Evenstad[/url], on Flickr

3 pole by Chris Evenstad[/url], on Flickr

Mine Cabin 2016 by Chris Evenstad[/url], on Flickr

20150702_114720 by Chris Evenstad[/url], on Flickr

Mine Highbankers by Chris Evenstad[/url], on Flickr

Yoop digger by Chris Evenstad[/url], on Flickr

H1 sample 2011 2k by Chris Evenstad[/url], on Flickr

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07/18/2016 at 10:11 am #34624
Chris Evenstad
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Unfortunately my mine is currently in very close proximity to the Beaver Creek Wildfire and the mountain has been evacuated for the last three weeks. It has not burned yet but likely will get scorched. This could be a blessing in disguise. Here are some pics of my last trip up there removing all of my valuables, equip, etc…

Beaver Creek Fire by Chris Evenstad[/url], on Flickr

Fire Near Mine day 3 evacuation by Chris Evenstad[/url], on Flickr

Fire 1 by Chris Evenstad[/url], on Flickr

You can see my mine marked in the lower right of this map. This fire map is a couple weeks old and the fire is much closer now.

Fire Map 6-28 by Chris Evenstad[/url], on Flickr

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