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Knife Sharpening Angle
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I use a Gatco sharpening system to work my knives over. I was wondering what angle others use put on their hunting knives? I used to use their recommendation of 25 deg but have changed to the next smaller angles of 19 and even 15 deg and like the sharpness better. I realize the edge will not last as long but I like a really sharp knife.
http://www.gatcosharpeners.com/product/sharp_systems/edgemate_pro_sys.mgi
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I go 25 deg. on my hunting knife it is plenty sharp when I am done and will last longer.
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