What is your ultimate test for a sharp Knife
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BOD
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Not sure what you mean by "ultimate"
slices a silken scarf into confetti?
Usually if it shaves hair off leg I think it is enough
slices a silken scarf into confetti?
Usually if it shaves hair off leg I think it is enough
Great posts all.
Well! I should have said maybe final steep. If it cuts paper then it could be ready for the next test for example,
There has been some really good posts and the funny ones are always welcome, lets keep things light hearted and not get over hypocritical about other posts after all (bush craft) its my hobby and I enjoy the serious side as well as the humor side.
BOD
Bushcrafter (boy, I've got a lot to say!)
Just to the bikini line dear!
This is the tropics so I'm wearing shorts most of the time and I'm not hairy enough on the arms and passing orangutangs are rare nowadays
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then you can start honing on sunlight
....And spot the Pratchett fans
[waves newly sharpened Mule]
Is th/.............../is sha/.............../rp enou/......................./gh?
I can cut thick custard with mine!
but seriously, if you can make "Good feather sticks" (Ray mears) thats a tick in my book!
but seriously, if you can make "Good feather sticks" (Ray mears) thats a tick in my book!
The thumbnail test is all I bother with for practical use (that is, does it skid ?).
As for ultimate, isn't there a hint in the description "razor sharp" ? Go against the grain, I dare you.
Ultimate test for a new knife?
Can it cut through the frosty atmosphere in the house when the wife finds out whay I paid for the aforementioned knife!
Can it cut through the frosty atmosphere in the house when the wife finds out whay I paid for the aforementioned knife!
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