Hey Rick!TkoK83Spy wrote: ↑Wed Oct 20, 2021 5:02 pmToughness has been solid for my use at work, no complaints there. The factory edge on my Shaman took a couple rolls, but after sharpening it and leaving it at a 600 grit finish it's been a stud in that aspect.Woodpuppy wrote: ↑Wed Oct 20, 2021 4:07 pmYou’re one of the members here who really do put your knives through the wringer. I wouldn’t expect Cruwear to measure up to the high edge retention / wear resistant steels, but part of what I love is the compromise space it occupies. What are your impressions of toughness? Does it deal with use that would chip the wear resistant steels? Or do you find it doesn’t really excel there either? I need more time with my Z-wear shaman, but so far *I think* my Cruwear Millie beats it. Maybe it’s just blade geometry.
I’ve been wondering, how has the edge retention been since you’ve sharpened your Cru-carta Shaman? Also, have you noticed a difference between it and the other Cru-wear you have?
How would you say that it compares to your non-factory edges of 20CV, 204p, and S30V in your use?
I’ve felt that my Shaman was heat treated a bit softer than it should have been, but I also don’t have much opportunity for edge testing like you do, and feelings don’t count for much in this realm.
Thanks!