Steve Bottorff

This book reveal the sharpening techniques needed for everything from razor blades to axes. Whether you require a sharp slicer for the kitchen or a sturdy chopper for the field, this book will show you how to get the edge you need. It lives up to its title-Sharpening Made Easy.

Frustrated by his own inconsistent results, Steve Bottorff began seriously investigating knife sharpeing fifteen years ago. After extensive testing, he was able to identify the keys to success, and has written this book so that everyone can learn how to get a razor edge with ease.

Contents

Foreword
Introduction-What is sharpness?; Surface finish vs. sharpness; Blade styles; Edge profile; Testing the edge
The basics-The keys to success
Basic sharpening equipment-Selecting a sharpeing system; Abrasives; Finer abrasives; Sharpening stones
Cutting speed vs. sharpness; Oil vs. water on stones; Guides; Rod-guided systems
How to sharpen a knife-Sharpening freehand; Sharpening with a idea; Honing; Stropping; Using a steel
Special cases and advanced techniques-Daggers and double-edged blades; Maintaining the point; Recurved blades; serrated blades; The Moran edge; The chisel edge; The Japanese sashimi knife; Ceramic knives
Beyond knives-Sharpening straight razors; Sharpening vegetable peelers; Sharpening apple corers; sharpening axes; sharpening swords and machetes; Sharpening chisels; Sharpening plane irons; Sharpening scissors and shears
Other sharpening equipment-Ceramic rods; Slot gadgets
Using sharpening machines-Electric sharpening machines; Wet Wheel machines; Paper wheels; Belt sanders
Conclusion
Appendices-Care and safety; Blade materials; Sharpening materials; Mohs hardness scale; Comparing abrasive grits
Suppliers of sharpening equipment
Bibliography… (altro)