I find that one of the most important things to do prior to grinding the bevel is an accurate lead-in bevel. This sets pre-heat treat edge thickness, establishes the start of your plunge and saves you from stripping the abrasive from new belts.
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| My lead-in grinding set-up; 10" wheel and the MAP arm |
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| Accurate lead-in grind established |
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| I got ahead of myself. All the bluing was removed during the lead-in grind, had to go back and remark |
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| 10" wheel ready for grinding a hunter |
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| A 6" wheel ready for grinding a fighter |
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| Free hand grinding |
I do all my grinding free hand. I do fairly well know, after a lot of practice.
A few rough ground blades ready for the next step: some hand work and guards!
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