Emerson Mini A-100 Chisel grind GONE!

[Lance Waller]

I am very proud of this one! Everybody knows how Emersons are ground…….a 30 to 35 degree bevel on the left side and a flat chisel grind on the right side. Well……NOT ANYMORE!! I took this A100 all the way down to a 17 degree on BOTH sides. Took the ol 50/80’s to it and made this thing sharp as a razor. I can also fix my hair in the bevel! LOL But seriously……..this thing is scary sharp now…..and looks pretty good…..if I must say so myself!

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[Steven N. Bolin]

Man, that’s very impressive… Beautiful.

Can you provide some measurements for the width behind the edge and at the spine?

[tcmeyer]

Well done Iwaller! Beautiful bevels!

[Pat]

Did you remove the chisel because it was hard to sharpen or because you just prefer dual bevel?

[Lance Waller]

Did you remove the chisel because it was hard to sharpen or because you just prefer dual bevel?

I prefer the dual bevel. Its actually very easy to sharpen. All you do is sharpen the beveled side and then knock the burr off of the other side. Its really easier than a dual bevel to sharpen.The chisel grind just doesn’t do certain cuts very well….in my opinion. I like a slicer! 🙂

[Steven N. Bolin]

Did you remove the chisel because it was hard to sharpen or because you just prefer dual bevel?

I prefer the dual bevel. Its actually very easy to sharpen. All you do is sharpen the beveled side and then knock the burr off of the other side. Its really easier than a dual bevel to sharpen.The chisel grind just doesn’t do certain cuts very well….in my opinion. I like a slicer! :)[/quote]

High praise for taking on this project, lwaller.

It just goes to show that you understand edge geometry and sharpening as a science. Not only that, but you’re obviously well capable of providing a physical example to back up your knowledge and understanding… Once again. I’m highly impressed!

[SHVentus]

lwaller1980,

Very nice! How do you get your tip so perfect? I’d love to see a video with explanation on how you accomplish it. Great work.

[Steven N. Bolin]

lwaller1980,

Very nice! How do you get your tip so perfect? I’d love to see a video with explanation on how you accomplish it. Great work.

^^^ Yeah, man, what he said!!! ^^^

[Lance Waller]

lwaller1980,

Very nice! How do you get your tip so perfect? I’d love to see a video with explanation on how you accomplish it. Great work.

Not sure. Just scrubbing at the beginning of each grit. Then alternating strokes with each grit. The key to a sharp tip (I believe) is to work the tip just as you work the base of the blade. I put extra pressure on the back of the paddle with my thumb and get as close to the tip as possible without having the paddle scrape over the edge….ruining your tip. Another key is my diamond stones….they are well worn in which has made a tremendous difference in the finish I have been getting.

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[Steven N. Bolin]

lwaller1980,

Very nice! How do you get your tip so perfect? I’d love to see a video with explanation on how you accomplish it. Great work.

Not sure. Just scrubbing at the beginning of each grit. Then alternating strokes with each grit. The key to a sharp tip (I believe) is to work the tip just as you work the base of the blade. I put extra pressure on the back of the paddle with my thumb and get as close to the tip as possible without having the paddle scrape over the edge….ruining your tip. Another key is my diamond stones….they are well worn in which has made a tremendous difference in the finish I have been getting.

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Thanks for the reply.

I’m still waiting on those measurements though… So, get ‘crackin!!! :woohoo:

[SHVentus]

Thanks 1980. I try to place more pressure on the rear of the stone as I approach the tip, so to not round it, but the tip just never looks as good as yours. My stones are new though, maybe with more time.

[Lance Waller]

Thanks 1980. I try to place more pressure on the rear of the stone as I approach the tip, so to not round it, but the tip just never looks as good as yours. My stones are new though, maybe with more time.

Wondering…..do you have the upgraded arms? I’ve heard some say that with the older arms, you can get some rounded tips. As long as you treat the tip with extreme care and work it as you work the base of the blade…..the tip should come out pointy.

[phillyjudge]

GREAT JOB!!!
that is frightening.

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