James

Has that knife been sharpened on an electric sharpener (maybe Chefs Choice?). In the second pic, it appears to have a BIG low spot in the blade about an inch and a half from the bolster A chefs knife should be flat in that portion of the blade.

As for the chips, heat treatment could certainly be the culprit. It looks like you are using the…[Read more]

I think a bore snake would be great for cleaning the inside of the paddles. You can get them in lengths for pistol/revolver, and most have a soft brass brush, followed by a swab at the end. Clean and lube at the same time.

Thank you!

I’d be cautious about using any petroleum based lubricants on those rods. Petroleum based lubricants, will over time, cause rubber, vinyl and certain plastics to dry out and crack. Just lube one of your sink washers with vaseline, and see how long it takes to start leaking.
With the slight amount that would be left on those rods, after…[Read more]

I agree with MarkH…16 DPS.

This is from the C&M website for the Shun Hero….”64° Rockwell Hardness; hand-sharpened Japanese double-bevel blade angle 16° (each side)”

And for the Shun Classic: Rockwell Hardness: 60-61; hand-sharpened Japanese double-bevel blade angle 16° (each side)