Knife Grind Basics! Hollow, Flat, Scandi, Convex, and Chisel Grinds

In this video knife maker Walter Sorrells discusses the advantages and disadvantages of various grind types -- flat grind, hollow grind, convex grind, Scandi grind, etc. both from the perspective of a user and a maker. Demonstrations of each grind, with tips and tricks.

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Walter's Instagram: walterstactix
Tactix Armory Instagram: tactixarmory
Twitter: @WalterSorrells

[thomshere]

Mr. Sorrells I can't thank you enough for your selfless attempt to help beginners and pros alike to make the best knives that someone can. I truly believe that this is one of the best channels for not only making knives but making anything in general. Thanks again!

[chrisncolleen]

Well, you warned me about getting the knife making fever but I wouldn't listen. Now I'm addicted. Thanks!

[kirgizszukakonia]

That must have been the most organic ad break I've ever seen on YT!

[rottiejakeluke]

I am a TOTAL NEWBEE and really got a good education about whet each grind is and an idea how they were achieved. Although not, currently, intending to be a knife maker I have good ideas about how to sharpen different knives. Surely I’ll be searching Goodwill and Arc thrift store for as many different “junkers” to practice lucky, I may end up saving one or two of them as good knives. Bottom line is time shall tell. Thank you.

[smartypants]

For a beginner this information is GOLD. Thank you Walter

[thomaschetney]

Walter is a Master at grinding!!! I love his explanation on grinding all different types of grinds!

[azkrouzreimertz]

i really love your videos, this is probably one of the most helpful series on youtube!

[irhumbled]

Tried the ceramic belts you linked in the last video, the combat abrasives belts, very happy with the performance & life. Feels like I can focus on the grinding technique and what I want it to look like finished instead of the supplies.

[wshep]

@19:12 “A knife in the throat might suck even worse than one in the chest.”
Might?!
Great videos! Love your channel. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise!

[multidimensionalexploratio]

The most involved, best info on YouTube about making knives! Thanks so much for your time. I'm inspired!

[lsubslimed]

I wanted to thank you for leaving out the high pitch transition 'song' and not putting it in every time you switch talking points. Much more relaxing to watch and listen too 👍

[joshuashaffer]

Thank you, Very much . Just learning as a hobby at 46 and your videos are so helpful . Appreciative..

[NMranchhand]

Fabulous roundup of a topic. Just the kind of thing that should be seen before delving into the separate parts.

[farrier]

GREAT SERIES TO LEARN FROM. TWO THUMBS WAY UP!!!

[amorembalming]

oh Walter. You big hunk of love. Woof! x

[alecf]

Thanks for all the detail and tips! Excellent video

[inyathiknives]

Very good explanation of different grinds!

[robertkoontz]

Great video cover many grind styles. For safety someone should mention never grind with the edge pointing in the direction of the belt on a slack belt set up. you know for beginners. Thanks

[scotthansenmtbt]

Thanks Walter! Scandi grind everything!

[yankeegmail]

Outstanding video. Good tips for the knife purchaser (me) as well as the knife maker.