Grinding types

Blade grinds are a decisive factor when it comes to assessing the performance of a blade. A blade without a sharpening is no more than a piece of steel and ultimately cannot fulfil the function of a cutting tool. There are many different types of grinds that can be used depending on the application.  

Flat grinds, for example, can be found on outdoor knives, pocket knives and kitchen knives in a wide variety of forms. They are usually easy to cut and have good all-round properties.  

The Skandi grind, for example, is particularly suitable for outdoor use. This type of grind is characterised by its excellent woodworking properties. Skandi grinds are ideal for carving wood or making firewood, but are also used for hunting, for example.  

Hollow cuts are another popular type of cut. This type of grind produces a thin, sharp edge that is ideal for cutting softer material. Hollow grinds are often used in razors or chef's knives, but also in knives used for hunting.  

Convex grinds, on the other hand, are more suitable for use in heavy work. This grind is characterised by a particularly robust cutting edge. Convex grinds are therefore often used for axes or hatchets, but also for knives of all kinds.  

Mixed forms such as the modern Nightmare Grind combine the advantages of different types of grind. Here, for example, a hollow grind is combined with a flat grind to optimise the knife's range of applications. And of course also for optical and design reasons.  

All in all, there are many different blade grinds that can be selected depending on the area of application. Choosing the right grind is crucial to getting the best possible performance out of a blade.  Find out more here!