Thread: Don't these spine-saving tricks alter the geometry?

Originally Posted by Mike_ratliff

Have you considered that the difference in the thickness of the blade and spine will effect the hardness, and in doing so the rate of wear on each?

Hello Mike,

The hardness of a blade is not affected by the angle. Not at all. The hardness is determined by the type of steel, the heat treatment and the tempering.

I am pointing this out for the benefit of the new guys, not as a jab at you.

Having my first cup of coffee for the day,