How should one shapren this unusual blade?
380248
Very carefully... That is the downside to these types of blades. They're beautiful, and highly functional, but a bear to sharpen. I would get a smith sharpening rod. Its not ideal, but it can go places that an arkansas stone can't.
380249
carefully...... jk mine has yet to become to dull! As long as you don't cut something stupid with it, it stays pretty sharp. It would defiantly have to be a some what free hand deal if you were to sharpen it. However I wouldn't let that stop me from buying this knife it is for sure one of my favorites in my collection!
380250
I would suggest purchasing a work sharp sharpening system or a wicked edge sharpening system....I've gotten great results from both
380251
There is a video on you tube by Hydra572 that shows one way to reprofile the blade. From the looks of his sharpening system it could be costly, but it works. Check and see if they are more video's, it could be a start to find your answer.
361323
I have one coming, but I plan to wrap the spearhead shaft and the first foot of the wood shaft in rawhide. Once that dries it will be like iron and tighten down on the haft and hold the head to the shaft like it was glued on there. Plus it will strengthen the first foot or however far down I wrap it of the wood shaft. I might even wrap the first 40 inches or so in rawhide and then the balance in paracord. Will decide once I get it.
1000841
I don't know. I was just getting ready to figure that out. Mine could use a new blade. If I couldn't find it on Amazon I was going to try Lowes. It's my go to store.
1082660
The blade is made of carbon steel - not stainless steel. Carbon steel is generally easier to sharpen and holds a better edge. The down side is that it requires one more step to finish after usage. You will need to wipe a thin application of either mineral oil or vegetable oil on it to prevent rusting. For me the trade off is worth it as I prefer carbon steel. You can renew that blade to near original look by polishing it with a very fine grade of sandpaper or emery cloth. Even a scotch brite pad will go a long way to brighten the blade. You still finish with mineral oil. Good luck, they are fine blade of the "old school" of manufacture at a reasonable price. The blade is made of carbon steel - not stainless steel. Carbon steel is generally easier to sharpen and holds a better edge. The down side is that it requires one more step to finish after usage. You will need to wipe a thin application of either mineral oil or vegetable oil on it to prevent rusting. For me the trade off is worth it as I prefer carbon steel. You can renew that blade to near original look by polishing it with a very fine grade of sandpaper or emery cloth. Even a scotch brite pad will go a long way to brighten the blade. You still finish with mineral oil. Good luck,... » Read More The blade is made of carbon steel - not stainless steel. Carbon steel is generally easier to sharpen and holds a better edge. The down side is that it requires one more step to finish after usage. You will need to wipe a thin application of either mineral oil or vegetable oil on it to prevent rusting. For me the trade off is worth it as I prefer carbon steel. You can renew that blade to near original look by polishing it with a very fine grade of sandpaper or emery cloth. Even a scotch brite pad will go a long way to brighten the blade. You still finish with mineral oil. Good luck, they are fine blade of the "old school" of manufacture at a reasonable price. « Show Less
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For the record, there are "instructions" inside the cardboard of the packaging, but they're mostly worthless. If you have any questions concerning blade adjustment or parts replacement, then go here: http://www.felcostore.com/maintenance
438897
For future readers, you can YouTube this and easily and quickly remove the blade with a screwdriver. I just did it. And I'm an old chick. : )
935078
The slot for the blade might be too narrow to sharpen a thick bladed machete. I would use a good metal file and stone for that job.
677263
send I pic so I can see! I taped and cut mine like the direction said and had no issues. Have a new blade because you will be cutting into metal!!
798799
My understanding is that it should not be used for Shun blades. The angle on Shun is different and you will not not get a proper edge.
1975302
I find it best and safest to remove the blade cover and then adjust the blade to widest cutting position for cleaning... I used a damp sponge and always wear 'slash resistant gloves' that I purchased on Amazon.
2103362
Swivel the locking lever and pop it out. It's not hard to do. Take the old blade with you to the store as there is a bewildering selection.
158043
I would suggest a good leather strop, these lansky stones are not the best for something so precise as a straight razor
423385
Turn it on and hold a knife sharpening steel or super fine diamond file to match the back bevel of blade for 15 seconds or so. Don't sharpen the face of the blade or it won't cut straight.
1756210
Please unscrue the two scruse on the back of the blades, when you do this then you will see 4 small scruse! Tighten them down and you shouldnt have any more poblems,
1158318
sorry,i don,t know as i haven't tried it.There is a blade that might do the job ,but i doubt it .
265705
It depends on the blades you are using. A Feather from Japan would probably work the best. If you are using Derby, that could be the problem.
1756736
It is a high carbon blade, so it will require some maintainence but nothing too extreme. Just keep it dry when not in use.