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Mesophilic:
In the process of making some broadheads and decided to try a convex edge thisgo around.  In the process I inadvertently discovered a way to put a fairly aggressive toothy edge on them and figured I'd get your thoughts.  The term eludes me right now, but these BH's are a continuous curve edge profile, not a straight cutting edge like a true triangle.

I did the initial convexing with a course 50 grit belt.  Then go back with a 120 to clean it up.  I discovered I can slightly roll back the broadhead and leave the toothy-ness from the first belt.

My only concern is that it may be more like a burr and less like micro serrations that I want it to be.  It feels wicked though, when I just lightly run my finger along it.  Maybe strop them a bit and see what works itself off?

Thanks, guys.

Pat B:
I think the best cutting edge is a clean, very sharp edge. That said I have made micro edge by raking the corner of a file along the edge in one quick movement. I think Barry Wensel is where I got the idea.

DC:
I have noticed that when I put a nice smooth edge on my kitchen knife it tends to skate over the tomatoes. If I just run it quickly past my belt sander it slices them beautifully. I really doubt that this relates to an arrow going 160fps into tough hide but I thought I'd mention it.

mullet:
I have a 1" belt sander sharpening set with different grit belts. The last one I use is a leather belt with jewelers rouge. My broadheads and knives will have a mirror finish on the edge and are sharp enough to shave your face with. I once had a half dozen arrows work their way through the bottom of my otter skin quiver after hunting all day. Just the walking motion and the blades being so sharp they sliced their way through the bottom.

I'll stick with a smooth, sharp finish.

osage outlaw:
I sharpen mine smooth and razor sharp. 

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