F.A.Q
Wicked Edge Grit and Micron Order Chart
Micron vs Grit You'll see that we bounce between micron and grit when discussing our abrasive handles and stropping compounds. Both of these measurements are used to determine how coarse or fine a material is. Grit is measured in how many individual ...
Break-In Period and Lifespan of Wicked Edge Diamond Sharpening Stones
Wicked Edge Diamond Stones have a break-in period. These abrasives are made from a process called electro-plating. During this process some diamond particles become stuck to each other and form a second layer of diamonds above the base coating. When ...
Sharpening Fillet Knives and other Flexible Blades
Fillet knives and other flexible blades can be sharpened in any Wicked Edge sharpener, but they do require some different sharpening techniques. The challenge these types of blades present are: They are flexible They can be long The blade width from ...
Knife Sharpening Settings - Submitted by Customers - "Knife Database"
With a goal of allowing customers to discover appropriate sharpening settings and techniques for specific knives, we maintain a list of sharpening setting submitted by customers for their knives. To view the list of submissions, please click here. To ...
What Angle Should I Sharpen My Knife At?
A common question for sharpeners new and old alike is "What angle should I choose to sharpen my knife at?" When you’re first getting started with a Wicked Edge sharpener, it’s best to match the existing angle on your knife. Thankfully, there is an ...
Glossary of Sharpening Terms
Terms Used in Sharpening Burr: In engineering, a burr refers to the raised edge on a metal part. It may be present in the form of a fine wire on the edge of a freshly sharpened tool or as a raised portion on a surface, after being struck a blow from ...
Basic Knife Sharpening Instructions
Step 1: Insert the two prongs of the Depth Key into the two holes in the Alignment Guide as shown in Fig. 1. Step 2: For narrow-bladed knives, insert the Depth Key into the top pair of holes in the Vise. For wider blades, use the lower pair for ...
Top Tips For Beginners, From our Forum Experts
When you’re new to sharpening with your Wicked Edge system, what are the best tips and tricks for success? We asked our forum members to let us know the most important best practices. Below are some highlights, and we highly recommend reading the ...