I forgot to mention I'm using 1.5" height material and the blade is probably 1.25" in height. Obviously 2" material would change the angle to something steeper.
It will depend on material thickness, height, and whether you are doing a high flat vs. full flat grind. That said you will probably be in the 4-5 degree range. At least that's where my 3/16" thick high flat ground knives fall. Like this one.
Hello brothers in Christ. I wouldn't worry about the lack of participation in this subset of the forum. When I log in to knifedogs I'm here to get inspiration for knife making, not necessarily looking for spiritual inspiration. I also don't go to biblestudy to learn knife making. I think it's...
The makers mark is a bit crooked and not close enough to the ricasso for my taste, I'll be paying more attention next time. 20lpi checkering file for jimping. Sand blasted and polished to a matte finish with scotch brite. 1/4" flared lanyard tubing for "pins."
Something a bit different for me. A hunting knife for a friend.
154cm with olive drab micarta scales. I really need to upgrade from my Craftsman 2"x42" to step up my game to the next level. Oh well, one day...