Thanks muchly for covering the Green Brick of Joy. Very interesting listening to your comments about it. I'm a sharpening hobbyist only, but I'm finding that different steel alloys behave differently on different stones. Your knife takes a beautiful edge. And I envy the bevels you put on it. Some guy on some video said the 2k was a bit slow, but didn't do a demo. I think it cuts amazingly fast, but somehow it shows every single little mistake I make! I work on it quite a bit, and from what I can see, it will polish all scratches out. Not as good as Arashiyama 6k, but that's a 4k difference!
Agreed, I usually decide which stone I'll use, based on the knife's steel. I also sharpen differently to match two other things, How the person cuts, and what is being cut, Unless I am using it to shave, I don't really want a shaving edge on everything I sharpen. I have also found that natural stones give a far superior edge with less work on most steel.
@@thomasgronek6469 ----- Yeah, this BESS sharpness and other tests thing is beginning to puzzle me. I can, with care and time, get 50-60 BESS, but after a few slices of steak or roast, it's no longer that sharp. My puzzle is figuring out what a sustainable sharpness is. HRC 56-58 refreshes a lot more easily than 63. A serrated knife doesn't slice, it saws, so argue smooth v. toothy; and what the knife is used for. I only have one very small Arkansas stone. I do like taking in "guest" kitchen knives for friends (it's "repair" more than "sharpen"). The big change is gratifying, and I get experience with different knives. But when I want to talk about what htey use a knife for, and try to explain what chips are (and that a knife is not a pry bar), they seem to just want it "sharp", like there's only one standard, and used for everything. Edit P.S. Watched the video again for fun, and I should add that I don't at all mind using the 2K Green Brick as my finishing stone. I seem to get a nice polished look (real-world shiny). The only problem is that after stropping on plain leather (no paste or spray), I start thinking the knife is sharp enough - if knives could talk - to kind of want to get sharper still! One of those , 'Hey! I can do this!" things. But 2K is "plenty" sharp enough. I really like that stone. I'm not sure money invested in 10K's is worth it, unless you just really want to see and feel a sub 100-BESS edge (for the few minutes that edge will hold, lol) (or for a knife you use only for gourmet slices or fruit carving, making butterflies out of carrots, swans out of apples, trees out of cucumbers, or whatever).
Kyle - Did you stop the series here? I was wondering what you would have suggested for a better “step” after the Shapton 1000? I’m putting together ideas for a small set and really love the idea of a few different type stones. Thanks!
Hi! I like your knife sharpening videos à lot. I have a comment tho: I have this same stone, and I feel, mine leaves a "brighter" finish. Maybe try using it without the nagura (or cleaning it with water before reusing the knife on) I really feel like the finish on mine is more "refined". thanks a lot for the vids :)
Looks like 200X magnification. The USB scopes are not expensive, and if you go above 200X getting anything in focus (and enough light) is a problem. Microscopy is a science in and of itself. High end metallurgical scopes will show steel "crystals", but you have to know how to cut and polish the sample to get it flat enough to get a focus on, and the lighting gets down to polarization and using an oil bath to mitigate atmospheric distortion ... it's a lab science.
From experience: there's a "microscope phase" for some people (like me) but eventually you get around to using one less and less, because you already know what's going on, and you can sharpen without one. I found that diamond sprays can "clump" and leave uneven scratch patterns, so I prefer plain leather strops now. Every stone I've used leaves scratch patterns visible under a scope. The Chosera 3K is also very smooth and even. A USB scope is around $100 bucks and will go to 200X.
Used them on elmax I don't think it matters. Japanese folks sharpen knives up to 65 Rockwell with just waterstones I don't think I've ever seen a Japanese chef used a diamond Stone I have one I don't like the scratches they make.
@@bobs6129 ----- I found the same thing with diamond sprays for strops; they scratch and do so unevenly. Add: HRC 63+ takes longer, but I have no problems smoothing the steel on high grits.
I just had someone tell me that stones are not the way to go anymore because of these new systems. What’s your take on that. Thinking about ordering my first double sided stone you seem to suggest a lot
Been watching some videos. Very informative and well made videos. I’m fairly new to wet stones. BUT if you haven’t already you should look at ancient ocean jasper wet stones! Never wear out etc etc. just got one and it’s amazing. Wild wet stones is where I got it from.
I literally just used this stone yesterday and posted a video, giving you a shoutout at the end. Not the you need it from a new channel like mine, but hey maybe it’ll send someone over to buy a knife. I consider this stone a splash and go. It’ll drink a little more than Shapton Glass, but not much. I also notice a little bit of clicking from the polishing compound that I’d rather not be there, but other than that it’s great!
Hey just stumbled on to your channel, saw your axe hanging video first. Also I wanted to say my grandmother was born In Newfoundland. She would go up and visit her sisters every year, always wanted to go up and see Newfoundland. Anyway love the videos 👍🏼👍🏼
Beautiful knife, btw. I don't think every knife will have steel that holds together that well. If that's your first knife ... I wonder what some of your later ones are! They're probably pretty darn nice!
@@kyle_noseworthy have you tried the Spyderco 306CBN stone? The boron nitride stones?I already have so many stones but this seems to be a good replacement for my current diamond Stones. for me, I don't really like the diamond Stones they really put a hell of a scratch pattern on your knives. Only thing is, the stone is over $100 and I want to make sure it's good first people swear by them they say it it'll handle m390 no problem
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I love that you show the results under the microscope, it really helps show the progression. Thanks, great video.
Great video. I love the green brick and I want one. Real nice stones you have. That's a nice knife too. Great work.
Thanks muchly for covering the Green Brick of Joy. Very interesting listening to your comments about it. I'm a sharpening hobbyist only, but I'm finding that different steel alloys behave differently on different stones. Your knife takes a beautiful edge. And I envy the bevels you put on it. Some guy on some video said the 2k was a bit slow, but didn't do a demo. I think it cuts amazingly fast, but somehow it shows every single little mistake I make! I work on it quite a bit, and from what I can see, it will polish all scratches out. Not as good as Arashiyama 6k, but that's a 4k difference!
Agreed, I usually decide which stone I'll use, based on the knife's steel. I also sharpen differently to match two other things, How the person cuts, and what is being cut, Unless I am using it to shave, I don't really want a shaving edge on everything I sharpen. I have also found that natural stones give a far superior edge with less work on most steel.
@@thomasgronek6469 ----- Yeah, this BESS sharpness and other tests thing is beginning to puzzle me. I can, with care and time, get 50-60 BESS, but after a few slices of steak or roast, it's no longer that sharp. My puzzle is figuring out what a sustainable sharpness is. HRC 56-58 refreshes a lot more easily than 63. A serrated knife doesn't slice, it saws, so argue smooth v. toothy; and what the knife is used for. I only have one very small Arkansas stone.
I do like taking in "guest" kitchen knives for friends (it's "repair" more than "sharpen"). The big change is gratifying, and I get experience with different knives. But when I want to talk about what htey use a knife for, and try to explain what chips are (and that a knife is not a pry bar), they seem to just want it "sharp", like there's only one standard, and used for everything.
Edit P.S. Watched the video again for fun, and I should add that I don't at all mind using the 2K Green Brick as my finishing stone. I seem to get a nice polished look (real-world shiny). The only problem is that after stropping on plain leather (no paste or spray), I start thinking the knife is sharp enough - if knives could talk - to kind of want to get sharper still! One of those , 'Hey! I can do this!" things. But 2K is "plenty" sharp enough. I really like that stone. I'm not sure money invested in 10K's is worth it, unless you just really want to see and feel a sub 100-BESS edge (for the few minutes that edge will hold, lol) (or for a knife you use only for gourmet slices or fruit carving, making butterflies out of carrots, swans out of apples, trees out of cucumbers, or whatever).
Kyle - Did you stop the series here? I was wondering what you would have suggested for a better “step” after the Shapton 1000?
I’m putting together ideas for a small set and really love the idea of a few different type stones.
Thanks!
I always enjoy these waterstone videos.
Why didn't you get the big one? :)
Hi!
I like your knife sharpening videos à lot. I have a comment tho:
I have this same stone, and I feel, mine leaves a "brighter" finish. Maybe try using it without the nagura (or cleaning it with water before reusing the knife on) I really feel like the finish on mine is more "refined".
thanks a lot for the vids :)
Really Enjoy Watching These Types Of Vids. Thanks Kyle, Stay Safe & Well, Friend. ATB T God Bless
What kind of microscope are you using? The picture is so good!
I love the sharpening videos Kyle. So relaxing and yet productive 👍
what is your microscope setup? Thanks. An enjoyable series
Looks like 200X magnification. The USB scopes are not expensive, and if you go above 200X getting anything in focus (and enough light) is a problem. Microscopy is a science in and of itself. High end metallurgical scopes will show steel "crystals", but you have to know how to cut and polish the sample to get it flat enough to get a focus on, and the lighting gets down to polarization and using an oil bath to mitigate atmospheric distortion ... it's a lab science.
I like the satin finishes the best.
What are you using to scrub the stone?
Green Brick
Howdy Kyle great looking results with that 2k grit stone.
How does it compare to the Naniwa extra large M-60 ID-0530 #1500?
Nice to see you not bundled up like the michelin man in your new warm shop!!!!!!!
I didn't try wet stones before , all I have is diamonds plates but that stone looks doing the job at keen edge blade , outstanding !
Great video, ordering from Paul very soon. Love the Canadian content !
The best stone for stainless steel. You should try Victornox Knife on it.
Very Cool Wet Stone !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Finally!!.. Make them more often please!!
Haha I was thinking about you when editing. You've asked on every live stream LOL ill try to do better!
great video. just starting to learn how to sharpen my own knifes.
Chosera 3000 is what I’m curious to see under the microscope!
From experience: there's a "microscope phase" for some people (like me) but eventually you get around to using one less and less, because you already know what's going on, and you can sharpen without one. I found that diamond sprays can "clump" and leave uneven scratch patterns, so I prefer plain leather strops now. Every stone I've used leaves scratch patterns visible under a scope. The Chosera 3K is also very smooth and even. A USB scope is around $100 bucks and will go to 200X.
what degree of shafer are you using/
how does this compare to the shapton pro 2k? or glass
Great video, thank you! Do you rank the stones somewhere?
Kyle would you recommend this stone for todays super steels like S390V, S110V, 10V, or Maxamet.
Used them on elmax I don't think it matters. Japanese folks sharpen knives up to 65 Rockwell with just waterstones I don't think I've ever seen a Japanese chef used a diamond Stone I have one I don't like the scratches they make.
@@bobs6129 ----- I found the same thing with diamond sprays for strops; they scratch and do so unevenly. Add: HRC 63+ takes longer, but I have no problems smoothing the steel on high grits.
I just had someone tell me that stones are not the way to go anymore because of these new systems. What’s your take on that. Thinking about ordering my first double sided stone you seem to suggest a lot
Been watching some videos. Very informative and well made videos.
I’m fairly new to wet stones. BUT if you haven’t already you should look at ancient ocean jasper wet stones! Never wear out etc etc. just got one and it’s amazing. Wild wet stones is where I got it from.
I literally just used this stone yesterday and posted a video, giving you a shoutout at the end. Not the you need it from a new channel like mine, but hey maybe it’ll send someone over to buy a knife. I consider this stone a splash and go. It’ll drink a little more than Shapton Glass, but not much. I also notice a little bit of clicking from the polishing compound that I’d rather not be there, but other than that it’s great!
Awsome stuff man
Hey just stumbled on to your channel, saw your axe hanging video first. Also I wanted to say my grandmother was born In Newfoundland. She would go up and visit her sisters every year, always wanted to go up and see Newfoundland. Anyway love the videos 👍🏼👍🏼
Hey Kyle, Would you like a moment alone with your stone.. 😂👍
Hi there from all the way over in Springdale.
Haha thanks for watching Elwin!
Beautiful knife, btw. I don't think every knife will have steel that holds together that well. If that's your first knife ... I wonder what some of your later ones are! They're probably pretty darn nice!
Nice presentation Kyle .. Why am I not receiving your notifications ? I can’t figure this out .. Sny suggestions! TU
Unsubscribe, resubscribe, and hit the bell.
@@Uncle_Red Thank you 🙏🏿..If this works I’m ecstatic
Tuning in???
It's nice, but who got time for soaker stones. I prefer them, but they make a mess and it's a chore
I get that, Bob. For people that just need to GET IT DONE, slash and go's are the stone to have.
@@kyle_noseworthy have you tried the Spyderco 306CBN stone? The boron nitride stones?I already have so many stones but this seems to be a good replacement for my current diamond Stones. for me, I don't really like the diamond Stones they really put a hell of a scratch pattern on your knives. Only thing is, the stone is over $100 and I want to make sure it's good first people swear by them they say it it'll handle m390 no problem
Dam, he thicc ;P Looks like a really nice stone.. Nice to see a thick stone like that..
More big stones more big stones
Haha they are pretty exciting!
@@kyle_noseworthy One day I'll get my hands on a 3 inch thick Black Arkansas from Dan's.
More please 😅
shamfer
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