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honing blades with a sanding sponge.

Started by Rhino, February 04, 2014, 07:47:52 PM

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Rhino

I love my T7.  Use it all the time because I like to keep my blades razor sharp.

I also use a fine diamond coated honing rod between sharpenings in the home. 

Today I had a dull knife in the office.  I use it to cut fruit but it has gotten too dull. I was thinking about taking it home but then I also had a find sanding sponge from 3M.  I gave it a try.  The sanding sponge worked wonders. I'm no good with a sharpening stone but the sanding sponge got my knife sharp in no time.  I dare say it is better than the diamond coated honing rod.  Just sharing.  Has anyone else ever try this?

Rob

I've used sanding sponges on wood before but never on a blade.  Interesting idea :-) What make was it out of curiosity?
Best.    Rob.

Rhino

3M Sanding Sponge, Extra Fine, 3.75-Inch by 2.625-Inch by 1-Inch, 3-Pack

http://www.amazon.com/3M-Sanding-Sponge-3-75-Inch-2-625-Inch/dp/B00004Z487

I am using carbon knives at this time, I was taking a break, so then I used it all over the blade and got it nice and shiny too.  I've been overworked lately so I'm doing strange things during breaks.  FYI, I am self employed, so I am not cheating on my time.