tormek KJ-140, Instructions Manual

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Thin Knives
When setting an edge angle on thin knives, the bevel is short and can therefore be difficult
to align with the angle setter on your WM-200 AngleMaster. In that case, you can allow the
entire blade to remain in contact with the angle setter instead of just the bevel. The angle
setter must then be set to half the desired edge angle.
Recommended Edge Angles
It is important for the knife to be sharpened with the correct edge angle. With a narrow edge
angle (20°), the knife cuts easily but the edge can be easily damaged and is not as durable.
A larger edge angle (40°) gives a stronger, more durable edge, but the knife does not cut as
easily. The optimal edge angle also depends on the quality of the steel.
Woodcarving knives
Filleting knives
Knives for butchers and cooks
Hunting and sporting knives
20-25°
20-30°
25-40°
Vegetable knives 25-30°