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Center to center is 1.5 inches…

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Using the guide from WE and the marker method I was able to determine a 20 degree edge was the best setting. The edge cleaned up quickly, the tip did not round over, and with working up to the 1000 grit it now has a perfect and sharp edge.

Thanks for all the feedback and advice.

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wickededge, Gib Curry

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To clarify my comment on factory edges, many are uneven, some barely have an edge to speak of. My one knife that has an excellent edge is a Randall 26. Perfectly ground and polished. It has performed for several years of hunting and barely dulled.

One knife that is a challenge is my Russell Sting, it’s a double edge boot knife. I have to carefully hone it by hand. I guess I should stop using it for “other things” than intended…

Thank you all for the welcome and I look forward to learning more as I go.

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