What degree angle should be maintained between the knife blade and the steel rod sharpener as you slide the knife down the length of the steel
rod with a sweeping motion?
OA 15 degrees
OB. 35 degrees
Oc90 degrees
OD. 45 degrees
Kitchen knives use finer angles for slicing and detailed trimming, usually between 15 and 18 degrees. Pocket knives are usually between 17 and 25 degrees making them a bit more sturdy and holding up to a day's work. Outdoor camping and bush crafting blades are usually 25 to 35 degrees.
