Thread: Worthington, Elmax test

Originally Posted by oneshot

Good info there, so I take it you always prefer a convex blade, as in the Bark river knives?

Yes, or as an alternative I like to put a micro convex edge onto flat or hollow grinds. A micro convex like I put on John's knife which had a hollow grind, really works well for me.

The benefit is that it leaves supporting steel right behind the edge. A straight flat grind that is thin and sharp can leave the edge rather vulnerable to chips and rolls.