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  • čas přidán 3. 11. 2020
  • here I sharpen a scandi grind knife from blunt to a mirror polish using DMT stones, microbes strops and starke blue paste on a leather strop.

Komentáře • 135

  • @allensterk6190
    @allensterk6190 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Rob I used this method to redo my blade on the Mark2 in O1 I got rid of the chips. I got the DMT in coarse and extra coarse and a fine one then I used the micro mesh strops you're a master at this ! Thank you for the advice

  • @eugeniovaldez7205
    @eugeniovaldez7205 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Great job Sir Rob

  • @Jingling-MelO
    @Jingling-MelO Před měsícem +1

    I thought i was gonna see some knife sharpening while high on DMT. 😂

  • @farquharwilson2523
    @farquharwilson2523 Před 3 lety +2

    A masterclass in sharpening. Thanks for that. I need to do my wee puuko as I dinked the blade with the end of a strap and took out a tiny chip. I nearly cried. Cheers

  • @micktheweld
    @micktheweld Před 3 lety +4

    That was exactly what I needed and everything you have show is doable if I'm careful. Thank you

  • @adrianhyde
    @adrianhyde Před 3 lety +2

    Nice one, Rob. I got into sharpening this year, and it certainly makes a different when your knives aren't blunt anymore!

  • @owenmorse3136
    @owenmorse3136 Před 3 lety +2

    That was a nice job Rob on something blunt and damaged , and yes you can over do an edge , it will just make it brittle to blunt and and damage again.

  • @fjb4932
    @fjb4932 Před měsícem +1

    3:20: Rob, i'll be the one to answer you: Yes sir, i can hear the wind, all the way over to here, Missoula Montana. A wee bit of a blow . . . ☆

  • @jurgenkrebbekx4329
    @jurgenkrebbekx4329 Před 2 lety +2

    Great vid mate,I use DMT a lot myself,I even sell them because I know the Dutch importer personally,can’t beat them especially for scandi grind knives, great tip about the eraser tough, didn’t know that😱

  • @thecarpentersarmsbbq7660
    @thecarpentersarmsbbq7660 Před 3 lety +2

    Quality sir, real quality, thoroughly enjoyed watching you do that, many thanks for such an informative video. Cheers Rich

  • @Zenmastersean
    @Zenmastersean Před 3 lety +3

    Great vid! I never really strop my scandi knives hard for fear of convexing them. Beautiful job. Nice stones, they put my natural arkansas to shame. #Respectable

  • @stuartlockwood9645
    @stuartlockwood9645 Před 3 lety +1

    Hi Rob, super job putting the skandi bevel back, and I think the cost is very reasonable considering the handwork and skill involved, stay safe mate , best wishe's to you and your's, looking forward to the next one , it's good having your videos to watch during lockdown, many thanks for your time. Stuart. UK.

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety +1

      Cheers Stu.
      I've had a lot of people thank me for the entertainment over lockdown

  • @lancedyck3730
    @lancedyck3730 Před 2 lety +1

    Nice behind the scenes look into the workshop!
    Very informative! Thanks 🙏

  • @grahamblackall6305
    @grahamblackall6305 Před 3 lety +2

    Stunning! Very satisfying to watch!

  • @jamesortiz5388
    @jamesortiz5388 Před 3 lety +1

    I bought some of that cloth. It's going to be a first time scandi sharpening. Thanks for the lesson.

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety +1

      It's good shit James, mine needs changing now or scrubbing!

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety +1

      6"X2" is big enough for utility knife sharpening and you can make a smaller double sided set for field use.
      I also carry some in my carving kit with my round strop for sharpening hook knives. It's versatile stuff.

  • @mikelychock0310
    @mikelychock0310 Před 3 lety +1

    Very informative, saved a lot of Q&A time via DM!

  • @daveedwards6567
    @daveedwards6567 Před 2 lety +3

    Excellent video most interesting big thanks 👍 keep up the great video's thank you

  • @oldpisces49
    @oldpisces49 Před 3 lety +1

    Heyyyy Rob!! WOW.... doesnt even start to cover what U just showed us! Of course we know it is a talent but U sure make it look like magic!! TY!

  • @muratmustafa4532
    @muratmustafa4532 Před 2 lety +2

    It takes me a quite few hours to do that (sometimes around 4-6) but the stones I am using are small, 1 inch by 6 inches and I go through more stones/grids. Also, I do the strokes more slowly as I am obsessed about keeping the grind line as crisp as possible. I guess with more practice strokes could get faster. But the edge comes out hair whittling sharp and mirror polished at the end, which I think worth it. Nothing feels better than using a VERY sharp knife. I use Naniwa Chosera stones for anything does not have vanadium carbide in it, or else I use the CBN and Diamond stones.

  • @getsmart3701
    @getsmart3701 Před 3 lety +1

    Great job mate, very interesting to see your technique and tricks...thanks, now I feel doubly like the amateur that I am😂.

  • @markmaloney5146
    @markmaloney5146 Před 3 lety +1

    Lol just found this channel, nice to see a fellow valley man from Wales here 👍

  • @keepthefaith35
    @keepthefaith35 Před 3 lety +2

    Love the method and it looks brilliant and the sharpness its ooh so good.

  • @22busy43
    @22busy43 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for the video. Very easy to follow. I wish I had seen this years ago.
    I was never very good at sharpening blades. Through years of trial and error, I’ve settled on a very similar method to this. I use the DMT stones primarily, and a leather strop. Sometimes I will use the finer mesh papers between also.

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety

      You have such a cool name!
      Where are you from?
      I'm assuming the USA.

    • @22busy43
      @22busy43 Před 3 lety +2

      @@RobEvansWoodsman thank you. It’s mostly a southern name. My family is from Alabama in the U.S.A. I currently live in the Dallas, Texas area.

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety

      I was in Alabama and the south last year on holiday (vacation to you guys) . Never been to Texas.

  • @marcomaiano
    @marcomaiano Před 2 lety +1

    Great skills! Thanks for the lesson!

  • @ukulelebobby
    @ukulelebobby Před 3 lety +1

    👍nicely done ! Great filming and explanation. Thanks

  • @sherabpereira382
    @sherabpereira382 Před rokem +2

    Oh wow, great job mate

  • @robertmunguia250
    @robertmunguia250 Před rokem +2

    You have a link for that paste? Nice video and info.

  • @budbarber4748
    @budbarber4748 Před 3 lety +1

    you're a craftsman Rob

  • @bigsi661
    @bigsi661 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice one Rob.

  • @ChrisSurrey
    @ChrisSurrey Před 3 lety +1

    Cheers Rob, good tips there 👍

  • @mrc2205
    @mrc2205 Před rokem +2

    Great job.

  • @descattysBushcraftbydescattys

    Thanks buddy 👌
    Enjoyed that.

  • @survivalist9818
    @survivalist9818 Před 3 lety +1

    Very nice job on this sharpening

  • @larrybadman9965
    @larrybadman9965 Před 2 lety +1

    FANTASTIC AS ALWAYS. I HAVE GOT SMALL DMT DIAMOND SHARPENERS AND THEY ARE EXCELLENT. GREETINGS FROM GREECE.

  • @raulbarboza9856
    @raulbarboza9856 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for sharing, enjoyed it.

  • @ogrithetrog
    @ogrithetrog Před 3 lety +1

    Never had much luck getting a burr - and now I think I know why. Shaving and carving paper is rarely a problem, but that burr has always eluded me - I'll keep your advice in mind the next time I have to sharpen! Cheers buddy!

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety

      Remember the moot?

    • @ogrithetrog
      @ogrithetrog Před 3 lety +1

      @@RobEvansWoodsman I'm approaching that time in my life when I can't remember what I had for breakfast - recalling something from that long ago will need quite a big nudge!

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety

      I sharpened a knife for you mate.

  • @whateman12408
    @whateman12408 Před 3 lety +1

    Something calming and relaxing about sharpening a knife.
    I don't know what it is.

  • @DevilDog68
    @DevilDog68 Před 3 lety +1

    It’s good to see how it’s done right! 👍

  • @joannearduin7801
    @joannearduin7801 Před 3 lety +1

    Great video

  • @timbo4374
    @timbo4374 Před 3 lety +1

    I wish it wasn't such an ordeal to ship over seas. I have a scandi knife that has an uneven bevel..wider on one side than the other. I'd love to have you fix it for me, but the shipping probably would cost as much as your labor charge, lol.

  • @John-oz1do
    @John-oz1do Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for that. Good istruction

  • @John_Dollar
    @John_Dollar Před 2 lety +1

    No BS sharpening, great work sir!

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks!

    • @John_Dollar
      @John_Dollar Před 2 lety +1

      @@RobEvansWoodsman How would one contact you regarding a bushtool?

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 2 lety +1

      You can email me robevs73@googlemail.com.
      I'm really behind with my knifemaking so we're looking at about a 6 month wait may be longer.

    • @John_Dollar
      @John_Dollar Před 2 lety

      @@RobEvansWoodsman Thank you sir. I will be in touch. That knife is a beautiful work of art.

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 2 lety

      @@John_Dollar I didn't make that one!!

  • @davidr4310
    @davidr4310 Před 3 lety +1

    now thats one sharp knife, tha ks for sharing👍

  • @SuperKermit78
    @SuperKermit78 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks again mate you're a good egg

  • @Tsl4Lf
    @Tsl4Lf Před měsícem +2

    What color compound do you like to use on the strop?

  • @rhettoracle9679
    @rhettoracle9679 Před 3 lety +1

    Well done! Cheers

  • @Thestripper1
    @Thestripper1 Před 3 lety +1

    What is the reason for not putting a choil on a knife blade? Is it aesthetic preference or is there any other reason not to have it? I can only see benefits, even if it's just a small one. What is your thoughts on this RobEvans?

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety

      I like a choil like the one on my Busse, on a large blade (7"+) but on anything smaller I'd rather the edge start near the handle for grater control.

  • @SCQT
    @SCQT Před 3 lety +1

    Nice result.
    Just ordered the 10" EF/F and C/EC plates yesterday. I like the idea of being able to finish on the micro mesh, much better than spending another $75 on a whetstone. Think CBN emulsion on strop would achieve similar results? Or is is more of an in-between step?
    Looks like this micro mesh may be similar to something like 3M lapping sheets. Havent tried the 3M stuff either, but seems like it may be a good, very similar, option. Not sure what the micro mesh is using for abrasive, but the 3M is aluminum oxide.

  • @Trevelyon006
    @Trevelyon006 Před 2 lety +2

    Is stropping done at a specific angle? Is it done to the contour of the edge or shallower?

  • @pAdDy111hDH
    @pAdDy111hDH Před 2 lety +1

    Really great sharpening performance, Rob 👍 What is the best method to sharpen a scandi grind in the field?

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 2 lety +1

      Avoid sharpening them in the field!

    • @pAdDy111hDH
      @pAdDy111hDH Před 2 lety

      @@RobEvansWoodsman Why?

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 2 lety +2

      @@pAdDy111hDH
      I sharpen one up in this video, it's difficult to maintain the angle when you are away from flat surfaces and good stones.
      Stropping sets are the best but slow way in the field
      czcams.com/video/qrlDT4SgNl0/video.html

    • @pAdDy111hDH
      @pAdDy111hDH Před 2 lety +1

      @@RobEvansWoodsman I understand. I guess it‘s also really difficult to hold the sharpener in one hand and at the same time the knife in the other hand. Thanks a lot for this information, Rob 👍

  • @stephenlambert9826
    @stephenlambert9826 Před 3 lety +1

    Hello again rob,I watched the videos last night mate so just a couple of questions.is that DMT stone the duosharp plus fine/course?aside from stropping is that DMT stone all I need to get me away?inclusive of the magnabase as well I’m thinking.

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety +1

      Course/fine and a strop would be ok but personally I'd get extra fine aswel and then use paper/micromesh strops before a leather strop.

    • @stephenlambert9826
      @stephenlambert9826 Před 3 lety +1

      @@RobEvansWoodsman time to make a purchase 👍 do you do affiliate links or anything?you don’t seem the type but if you do then supporting the channel is something I’d like to do.

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety +1

      I have no idea what that is!!!
      I'm probably going to do paetreon in the future and I'll give away a knife a month but that'll probably be next year.
      It'll be an opportunity for people to get in first with my knife sales aswel.

    • @stephenlambert9826
      @stephenlambert9826 Před 3 lety

      @@RobEvansWoodsman affiliate links are basically a deal between you and let’s say the knives and tools website where you can direct your viewers to items you use in your videos on their website and you would be paid a small commission for sending us in their direction.it doesn’t cost us anymore that way so no reason for us not use your links.I would imagine it won’t be long before certain websites actually start seeking you out to do business.

  • @Yorkshiremadmick
    @Yorkshiremadmick Před 3 lety +1

    Nice 👍🏻

  • @howardvarley8795
    @howardvarley8795 Před rokem

    Rob! Shut that door!!

  • @andrewocuinneagain4645
    @andrewocuinneagain4645 Před 2 lety +1

    Hey Rob, love the channel! I've heard you discuss in this & previous video's that you make your own knives!
    Do you have a website or are you on Etsy as I'd be interested in purchasing one from you or maybe getting a custom one made!
    Wont be till after Christmas but I'd love to have a gander if possible?
    Keep up the good work Rob 👍😁☘
    Much love from Éire.
    Regards,
    Andrew.

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 2 lety

      Hi Andrew, no shop sorry but you can email me on robevs73@googlemail.com
      I don't do customs but I can give a choice on blades and handles.

  • @SCQT
    @SCQT Před 3 lety +1

    Finally picked up some of the proper micromesh, seems like an awesome product so far. Not sure what kind of life to expect out of them yet. I do like the 3M lapping films, and they definitely will still be used for my pocket knives, but this mesh combined with foam / leather makes a better convex sharpener imo.
    Do you remove the swarf from your mesh in any particular way? Do you even bother? Tend to use them more wet or dry? You measuring the life of em in hours/days/weeks/months?
    Thanks for turning me onto em

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety +1

      The set I'm still using are over a year old, I use them wet most of the time, use a nail brush and soapy water to clean them.

    • @SCQT
      @SCQT Před 3 lety +1

      @@RobEvansWoodsman Oh nice, good to hear
      Thanks brother

  • @whitestarleather
    @whitestarleather Před 3 lety +1

    Great video Rob... You mentioned on your video “sharpening your SRK in field” that you use an ice bear stone for sharpening Scandi blades in the field . What stone do you use? Also what would be the best way to smooth a DC3? Thank you for taking the time in making these videos, very helpful.

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety

      I don't use the cut down icebear in the field these days I use DMT folders, there's a recent camping video where I field sharpen my friends scandi with these.
      I'm quite surprised I said I field sharpen on water stones, haven't don't that in years.
      If s dc3 is dished on the diamond side then it's fit for the bin.
      On the ceramic side I would assume that only diamonds and hard enough to flatten it, buy another one it'll be less bother !

    • @whitestarleather
      @whitestarleather Před 3 lety

      Perfect, thanks for replying ....

  • @jamesl2950
    @jamesl2950 Před 2 lety +1

    I struggle to get the bevels even at the belly. any tips?

  • @Thestripper1
    @Thestripper1 Před 3 lety +1

    What is that you use to clean the stone? Great vid, thanks!

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety

      I often use an eraser block , you can buy them from an engineering supplier or if you can still find one a ball point pen eraser. Clean water and a nail brush also work fine.

  • @osbaldohernandez9174
    @osbaldohernandez9174 Před 2 lety +1

    What kind of buffing compounds do you use sir

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 2 lety

      I've been using Starkie blue for years , autosol polishing paste before that and I've just discovered diamond spray.

    • @osbaldohernandez9174
      @osbaldohernandez9174 Před 2 lety

      @@RobEvansWoodsman what was that white compound you had used sir it looks like it gives a good edge

  • @jamesholbrook3648
    @jamesholbrook3648 Před 3 lety +1

    I’m a free hand beginner and having issues maintaining the bevel flat to the stone once the blade curves. What tips does anyone have? I’m convinced I can get this right but damn it’s discouraging sometimes.

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety

      Practice mate, keep your left hand (if you're right handed) the same hight through the process and only move the height of your right hand which will be on the handle.

    • @jamesholbrook3648
      @jamesholbrook3648 Před 3 lety +1

      I’ve been working at it, and it is getting more natural. Thanks for encouragement

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety

      @@jamesholbrook3648 takes time mate

  • @whitestarleather
    @whitestarleather Před 3 lety +1

    Hi Rob what’s your thoughts on the lansky sharpening system on scandi Grinds? Also do you use the dmt extra course stone? I do a lot of sharpening of straight razors with synthetics and naturals which are flattened with the 400grit atoma. Any idea how the atoma compares to the dmt?

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety +1

      I'm not familiar with the atoma.
      I do use the X course but it doesn't sit in my holder very well as it only 6mm thick.

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety +1

      Lansky sharp maker?
      The one with the rods?
      Not really suitable for a zero Scandi good on a micro bevel.

    • @whitestarleather
      @whitestarleather Před 3 lety +1

      Yeah thats the one... i thought as much, good for kitchen knives etc... in that case i shall get the dmt stones and a folder :-) you should get commission from dmt etc... by the way have you used the trend diamond stones? I assume dmt are better?

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety

      I've used DMT for 20+ years and haven't deviated to any other diamond stones

    • @whitestarleather
      @whitestarleather Před 3 lety

      @@RobEvansWoodsman cool, using them for over 20 years speaks volumes. Cheer. Buddy...

  • @neilcastell6951
    @neilcastell6951 Před 3 lety +3

    I never really appreciated the skill, effort and time involved
    .... In the past with a stubborn blade, ive taken it to a key cutters
    and had an edge put on, (stop frowning)
    i now realize having an edge isn't really sharpening, and how hap hazard it is,
    (i said stop frowning, ... i was young stupid and a cheap knife)

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety

      I'm not frowning I'm just surprised that a key cutters sharpen knives.
      I was taught at quite s young age to sharpen by my dad who was a joiner ,
      I can imagine it being a difficult and fiddly challenge coming at it without being shown.
      I am a fussy bugger with my knives.

  • @xaheaadx
    @xaheaadx Před 3 lety +1

    Hi, what are the grits of the DMT stones?

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety +1

      I think that the X coarse is 240.
      Coarse is 400 , fine 600, Xfine 1200.
      They also do a XX fine.

    • @xaheaadx
      @xaheaadx Před 3 lety

      @@RobEvansWoodsman cheers Rob! So is that blue, red and green in your video?

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety +1

      @@xaheaadx blue coarse, red fine , green X fine

    • @xaheaadx
      @xaheaadx Před 3 lety +1

      @@RobEvansWoodsman thanks Rob! You kinda offer to sharpen knives in the video.. is it possible you could tidy mine up? I’m gonna invest in DMT stones and do it myself eventually, but not until I can afford it. I had a go a while ago with some waterstones but ended up f#cking up the bevel 😣

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety +1

      Scandi grind?
      Email me some photos and we'll go from there robevs73@googlemail.com

  • @nm-ge4tb
    @nm-ge4tb Před 3 lety +1

    👍👍👍👍👌✌🙏

  • @osbaldohernandez9174
    @osbaldohernandez9174 Před 2 lety +1

    Motorhead

  • @jaalgr
    @jaalgr Před 3 lety +2

    Now I'll need to get some DMT stones dammit

    • @RobEvansWoodsman
      @RobEvansWoodsman  Před 3 lety +1

      Not cheap but if you're doing a lot of sharpening they are awesome, 6"X2" are big enough for a utility knife.
      I sharpened Nick's bushtool up with my folders on s previous video.
      Awkward but doable.