Very good technique. I'm impressed. I've been sharpening knives for almost 62 years. I've got Norton's, Arkansas stone's. There's nothing like taking a piece of steel and making it razor sharp. Awesome hobby to get into. Great video
Yep, good job brother. Been sharpening blades of all kinds for more years than I care to mention. Tried all kinds of ways to sharpen but always fall back on water stones and stopping, best way I know and much more satisfying in the end. With all the newfangled devices and machines on the market, some of which will do a good job, this is still my favorite way. Thanks for the video, well done. Stay safe out there.
Thank you for sharing your technique. I carry a pocket sharpening stone as well (Arkansas medium grit) and a more coarse stone for my hatchet. To polish my blade I use a jade stone (about the same size as my pocket sharpening stone). Usually my knife becomes less sharp when processing small game but it holds up pretty good on my trips with camp chores and such. Hatchet is a different story, ha, ha! Even so, good to know how to utilize your resources in the field. Your kindness in sharing your knowledge is very much appreciated. Best wishes from the PNW.
Good of you to understand this person speaking… he goes rushing too quickly for somebody like me who is not English… please go slower on your words as missed most of what you said 😢
I’ve been doing the same since the mid ‘60s, not that I haven’t tried other methods in that time. keep coming back to this though. sometimes the simple ways, done by hand and eye, are The Best way to go. 👍🏼✌🏼🖖🏼
Your videos have improved greatly. I know that I once said your voice was, I think, flat or monotone, and I am not sure of the word I used. I think it was one of you building a cabin of logs with the logs vertical. The cabin was nice. In this one, your voice is calm, but conversational. It works! And as a viewer, it is some much easier to stay engaged. Nice! The how-tos and video quality in both were fine. You just seem to have gotten more comfortable making these. Good luck!
Nice technique there Brother Kusk. I've been impressed with your carving and chopping skills and it's interesting to see your field honing kit. It's always a treat when a new video is dropped...
I was thought that long stroke and count method for sharpening and only used an oil for the stone, didn't even know water was an option. Never felt I got very good results, particularly on the curve of the knife blade. Thanks this was very interesting and educational.
Like you , I once carried 2 or 3 different items in my sharpening kit in order to sharpen blades in the backcountry. However, I found that all I need is the Fallkniven DC4 sharpening block. It comes in a leather pouch that doubles as a leather strop inside of a hard plastic bag. It's well worth the investment. For my axe bits I only carry an old Fiskars Puck.
Great video. I learned a slightly new technique today; simple and effective. I think I'll light a bowl of Muskoka Mixture when I try your technique on one of my knives. It'll be a meditative exercise.Thank you.
Great video, some very useful tips, I’ve always struggled to get a decent edge on my knives, but using the information here I can finally get a decent edge. Thank you, and all the best, Brian.
I also have a small finger stone in a little leather pouch, just like the one you have. I have always used a light Oil but I am now going to try Water. I never knew about forming the burr until it fell off. Thanks for the tip. I will definitely give it a try 👍
Always wondered how tools could be cared for in a camping environment. Cool video, clearly showed the most practical sharpening method. I have a Lansky Blademedic PS-MED01 sharpener for situations when I need a quick fix and don't have time to sit down and meditatively sharpen my knife
Love the old strop. I use an old IRA Freeman two sided strop. The original white abrasive on the one side is long gone and I have it loaded with green compound and it works great.
I really like Wästikivi, its a finnish brand which makes natural sharpening stones. I do not remember the stone type it was made from, but it is 100% natural and has been used for very long. It also is works very good.
Great video...I seen many ways of sharpening knives. This technique is simple. Not worried about scratches...if anything...use Borax polish or a polishing wheel to shine it up, otherwise it gives character and use when it comes to scratches
One thing to consider when sharpening only in the middle of the stone to avoid your fingers, you are wearing a curve into it. You can dress your stone, or you could make a little wooden "vice" or handle for it. Just get a nice stick and cut a slot in it, slightly shallower than the thickness of the stone. One edge square and one slightly angled, so you can press it in from the side and it will be held in place.
Check out the Spyderco Double Stuff. It's a bit larger and the leather case is large enough to use both sides as a strop making the overall size smaller than your current setup while offering a little more versatility. Paired with the puck, you get 4 levels of sharpener plus two strops. That should eliminate those stone marks on your knife blade.
@@pennsyltuckyreb9800 😂I was thinking the same thing when I read the comment. Man should be filming, editing and uploading. Not wasting time on summer camping and relaxing, and yes kidding as well. 👍
Thats how they taught me in the Boy Scouts a long time ago.There are a lot different techniques obtaining a bur. Yes a strap gets that razor edge.The key is keeping the 15 or 20 degree angle on the stone.I usually start out with course and go to fine then a hard Arkansas stone.So you don't have to spend a lot time getting a good edge.
Благодарю за прекрасную технику заточки скандинавских спусков, снятие заусенца и доводку режущей кромки до бритвенной остроты на коже! Оценил! Здоровья и удачи!
I've been sharpening my own knives for many years. I've used so many different tools to do this, but I've only ever been able to get a nice edge, not a razors edge. I think the reason is because my knives have a very short edge, not a scandi edge like you are showing us. With the short edge, you really need to maintain the correct angle, and that's difficult when you do it by hand. I'm really surprised to see you use a swirling motion to sharpen your knives. I've always only seen people go in one direction, either against the edge or with it, if you know what I mean. I actually like your method. I will keep this in mind next time I need to sharpen my blades.
Very nice video, well instructed. My trips to the outdoors are usually short, so I sharpen my knives at home. Some day I’ll get a small sharpening stone for trips. That’s the scandi grind, right? Like for a Swiss Army Knife this exact technique wouldn’t work. You just have to kinda know the angle if the edge is tiny.
You're in the field. Get yourself a 6" carborundum stone. Two sided. You can use it on your hatchet too. Stropping is for razors. Your little stone is for fish hooks. You do fish, right?
9 years ago I hunted in Namibia…..the tracker/ skinners used cheap little folding knives to skinn all the game we shot….they sharped them on any available coarse stone the found on the ground….the were fast and good….the completely skinned and quartered a zebra in about 45 minutes
You are surrounded by plenty of good natural rocks, my friend. Why not use them to sharpen your blade, just like thousands of people around the world successfully do? It is indeed an age-old technique. Actually I use your technique at home. Not in the Outdoors.
When I read "outdoor" I thought you would sharpen a knife with things you find in the nature. Nice video, but I imagine it´s no very different from what you would do indoor.
Very good technique. I'm impressed. I've been sharpening knives for almost 62 years. I've got Norton's, Arkansas stone's. There's nothing like taking a piece of steel and making it razor sharp. Awesome hobby to get into. Great video
Thank you for watching!
Good technique! I've never seen /used that before...... I'll give it a bash next time! 👍 🏴
Not only do you seem like a nice guy, but also very knowledgeable. I enjoy your videos a lot.❤
Yep, good job brother. Been sharpening blades of all kinds for more years than I care to mention. Tried all kinds of ways to sharpen but always fall back on water stones and stopping, best way I know and much more satisfying in the end. With all the newfangled devices and machines on the market, some of which will do a good job, this is still my favorite way. Thanks for the video, well done. Stay safe out there.
The irony of a close up on the 'shave sharp' edge performing followed by the giant beard was not lost on me...!
Thank you for sharing your technique. I carry a pocket sharpening stone as well (Arkansas medium grit) and a more coarse stone for my hatchet. To polish my blade I use a jade stone (about the same size as my pocket sharpening stone). Usually my knife becomes less sharp when processing small game but it holds up pretty good on my trips with camp chores and such. Hatchet is a different story, ha, ha! Even so, good to know how to utilize your resources in the field. Your kindness in sharing your knowledge is very much appreciated. Best wishes from the PNW.
Good of you to understand this person speaking… he goes rushing too quickly for somebody like me who is not English… please go slower on your words as missed most of what you said 😢
@@alfredbonello8928 Use subtitles ?
I’ve been doing the same since the mid ‘60s, not that I haven’t tried other methods in that time. keep coming back to this though. sometimes the simple ways, done by hand and eye, are The Best way to go. 👍🏼✌🏼🖖🏼
Your videos have improved greatly. I know that I once said your voice was, I think, flat or monotone, and I am not sure of the word I used. I think it was one of you building a cabin of logs with the logs vertical. The cabin was nice.
In this one, your voice is calm, but conversational. It works! And as a viewer, it is some much easier to stay engaged. Nice!
The how-tos and video quality in both were fine. You just seem to have gotten more comfortable making these.
Good luck!
A sharp knife is a safe knife. Great kit setup - very simple but yet very effective!!!!
Nice technique there Brother Kusk. I've been impressed with your carving and chopping skills and it's interesting to see your field honing kit.
It's always a treat when a new video is dropped...
I was thought that long stroke and count method for sharpening and only used an oil for the stone, didn't even know water was an option. Never felt I got very good results, particularly on the curve of the knife blade. Thanks this was very interesting and educational.
Like you , I once carried 2 or 3 different items in my sharpening kit in order to sharpen blades in the backcountry. However, I found that all I need is the Fallkniven DC4 sharpening block. It comes in a leather pouch that doubles as a leather strop inside of a hard plastic bag. It's well worth the investment. For my axe bits I only carry an old Fiskars Puck.
Great video. I learned a slightly new technique today; simple and effective. I think I'll light a bowl of Muskoka Mixture when I try your technique on one of my knives. It'll be a meditative exercise.Thank you.
Great video, some very useful tips, I’ve always struggled to get a decent edge on my knives, but using the information here I can finally get a decent edge. Thank you, and all the best, Brian.
I also have a small finger stone in a little leather pouch, just like the one you have. I have always used a light Oil but I am now going to try Water. I never knew about forming the burr until it fell off. Thanks for the tip. I will definitely give it a try 👍
Just came upon your channel… very interesting and informative!!! Even my wife is starting to watch and she’s not into these type videos at all! 🙌🏽
"A man without a knife, is a man without a Life." ☆
Always wondered how tools could be cared for in a camping environment. Cool video, clearly showed the most practical sharpening method. I have a Lansky Blademedic PS-MED01 sharpener for situations when I need a quick fix and don't have time to sit down and meditatively sharpen my knife
Thanks very much for showing me how to sharpen dull knife. God bless your skills many years. 😊
My Gerber hunting knife is due for a good one. I could never get it sharp as I would like.
Time for a new approach!
Thanks for sharing and
God bless
Gerber thers your problem😂😂
Love the old strop. I use an old IRA Freeman two sided strop. The original white abrasive on the one side is long gone and I have it loaded with green compound and it works great.
I really like Wästikivi, its a finnish brand which makes natural sharpening stones. I do not remember the stone type it was made from, but it is 100% natural and has been used for very long. It also is works very good.
Amazing technique mate. I surely will try this out since i used to sharpen the "old fashioned" way. Thanks a lot for sharing this. God bless
Great technique. You are the master of your craft.
Great video...I seen many ways of sharpening knives. This technique is simple. Not worried about scratches...if anything...use Borax polish or a polishing wheel to shine it up, otherwise it gives character and use when it comes to scratches
One thing to consider when sharpening only in the middle of the stone to avoid your fingers, you are wearing a curve into it. You can dress your stone, or you could make a little wooden "vice" or handle for it. Just get a nice stick and cut a slot in it, slightly shallower than the thickness of the stone. One edge square and one slightly angled, so you can press it in from the side and it will be held in place.
Nice instructional video! Very useful! Thank you!
Check out the Spyderco Double Stuff. It's a bit larger and the leather case is large enough to use both sides as a strop making the overall size smaller than your current setup while offering a little more versatility. Paired with the puck, you get 4 levels of sharpener plus two strops. That should eliminate those stone marks on your knife blade.
I instinctively felt my the scar on my thumb from sharpening in my youth. I still sharpen that way but like you I stay away from my fingers. ;-)
He’s back! I’ve been wondering when we would hear from you again. I figured you were enjoying your summer
He better have been enjoying his summer by making tons more content videos for me to watch.....
.... just kidding, I kid. 😁
@@pennsyltuckyreb9800 😂I was thinking the same thing when I read the comment. Man should be filming, editing and uploading. Not wasting time on summer camping and relaxing, and yes kidding as well. 👍
@@pennsyltuckyreb9800 I can’t wait to see what he makes next with his tools
Thats how they taught me in the Boy Scouts a long time ago.There are a lot different techniques obtaining a bur. Yes a strap gets that razor edge.The key is keeping the 15 or 20 degree angle on the stone.I usually start out with course and go to fine then a hard Arkansas stone.So you don't have to spend a lot time getting a good edge.
Love seeing peoples sharpening methods! It’s such a personal thing😂 Smoking some GL Pease Haddo’s delight👍🏻 Hope you’re well🍻
I’m truly amazed at how articulate and detailed you are. Do you have a teaching degree?
Благодарю за прекрасную технику заточки скандинавских спусков, снятие заусенца и доводку режущей кромки до бритвенной остроты на коже!
Оценил!
Здоровья и удачи!
Я многого не ожидал, но в итоге удивился. Он молодец
Awesome job!
Thanks for showing us how it's done😁
As always great content, greetings from Europe!
Nice kit bro. Thank you for your videos. Cheers 🍻
Thanks man! Good luck to you!
Thanks for sharing! God bless.
Canadian bush is beautiful 😮
I've been sharpening my own knives for many years. I've used so many different tools to do this, but I've only ever been able to get a nice edge, not a razors edge. I think the reason is because my knives have a very short edge, not a scandi edge like you are showing us. With the short edge, you really need to maintain the correct angle, and that's difficult when you do it by hand.
I'm really surprised to see you use a swirling motion to sharpen your knives. I've always only seen people go in one direction, either against the edge or with it, if you know what I mean. I actually like your method. I will keep this in mind next time I need to sharpen my blades.
Muito bom amigo, a faca ficou bem afiada. 👍🏼
Thanks for this very interesting video! 😀
Very well done!
Informative and beneficial video!
You should try out Spiderco's dual stuff pocket stone it's ceramic so you don't need to use it wet and you have 2 grit.
Excellent!!
Very nice video, well instructed. My trips to the outdoors are usually short, so I sharpen my knives at home. Some day I’ll get a small sharpening stone for trips.
That’s the scandi grind, right?
Like for a Swiss Army Knife this exact technique wouldn’t work. You just have to kinda know the angle if the edge is tiny.
Thanks for sharing and showing this to us Ryley.
Mmm yes very efficient - Dr. Wako
helpful
Hello, I was wondering what brand your hat is, I love the look of it. Thanks.
Very good instructional video. Do you feel that you induce a micro bevel during the stropping process ?
. Never seen you videos before I enjoyed it . What type of pants are those? The look alot like fyallraven but I don't think so
You're in the field. Get yourself a 6" carborundum stone. Two sided. You can use it on your hatchet too. Stropping is for razors. Your little stone is for fish hooks. You do fish, right?
Awesome video and very informative. Just wondering what compound do you use on your strop?
Thanks. How would you describe how much pressure you're using with the knife on the whet stone?
i am absolutley horrible at sharpening my knives, i hope this helps me out to get it right
9 years ago I hunted in Namibia…..the tracker/ skinners used cheap little folding knives to skinn all the game we shot….they sharped them on any available coarse stone the found on the ground….the were fast and good….the completely skinned and quartered a zebra in about 45 minutes
What would you say is a good grit for the backcountry?
hey would you ever talk about how to sharpen using materials found in the wild, like river stones?
Bravo 👍👍👍
Things I never knew 🤔🙂
hello young man.. just a quick question, what are your shoes please!
hello from Switzerland... and good luck to you
Laurent
what stone were you using in the video?
your good to watch
Question. Like knife design. Who makes it ??
Helle Norway, the knive is called „Sigmund“.
Can you tell me where you got the strop
What model of Helle knife is that?
This is exactly how I sharpen my knives. That strict style of sharpening on a rwctangular stone never worked for me.
🍁🍁🍁
What model is your knife?
Helle Sigmund. Thanks for watching!
How much metal is lost each time?
🙏👌😃
"having a dull knife is like having a stupid friend.."
👍👍™️
be carefull, your thumb finger bro
You are surrounded by plenty of good natural rocks, my friend. Why not use them to sharpen your blade, just like thousands of people around the world successfully do? It is indeed an age-old technique. Actually I use your technique at home. Not in the Outdoors.
Couldn't stop worrying about your thumb there tbh...
When I read "outdoor" I thought you would sharpen a knife with things you find in the nature. Nice video, but I imagine it´s no very different from what you would do indoor.