Overview
Our sharpening service will provide a good serviceable edge on the blade. The result is typically “very sharp” with a small secondary bevel and a bit of an “apple seed” profile. The resulting edge is somewhat dependent on the particular blade. Some blades will take and hold sharper edges than others and the thickness of the blade will determine how wide the bevel will need to be. We adjust the angle of the edge to suit the specific blade and attempt to get as close to a bevel-less edge as possible without marring the surface of the blade.
The Sharpening Process
The sharpening service is done with a belt sander. The process involves many passes with sanding belts of various grits. The blades are rested between passes to prevent them from becoming hot and damaging their temper. By default we will sharpen as much of the blade as possible including any false edges if appropriate. If you have a different preference, feel free to make that request in the special instructions at check out. We can sharpen only the last half or third of an edge, for example. Our sword sharpening expert has personally sharpened several thousand swords at this point, so will provide you with a professional service.
What the Service is Not
The resulting edge will be “sword sharp” not razor sharp. Our goal is to provide you with a usable edge for cutting practice that will hold up to some use and not require constant re-sharpening. In other words, we intend to provide you with a serviceable weapon, not a personal grooming implement. The service will not provide a completely bevel-less edge. To create that type of edge will necessarily scratch up the blade surface and we lack the machinery and time to provide a full re-polishing of a blade’s surface. A service of that nature would be significantly more expensive as a great deal more time would be required. We do not offer this type of service at this time.
Disclaimer
We make no guarantee that the resulting edge will meet with your expectations. Every blade is different and some will take and hold a sharper edge than others, due to the blade material, heat treatment or geometry. Some customers can also have incorrect assumptions about sword sharpness and improper expectations as a result. All we can say for sure is that the resulting edge will be sharper than the default edge, in most cases, significantly so. We can not provide any refunds for the service once it has been completed, so consider it to be provided “as is”. That being said, if you are unhappy with the product for any reason, we do still allow you to return the item for a full refund, including the sharpening costs under our normal return policy. This does not apply to special sharpening requests, for example if we sharpen something specially for you that does not normally list that option on our site. The vast majority of our customers are happy with the results of the service, so as long as you keep the above mentioned in mind, we are confident you will be pleased with the results as well.
David P. –
Very nice spear! The first of cold steels new spears I bought, was the lance point spear, and being extremely satisfied with that, bought the European spear.. I was not disappointed at all, nice straight ash staff, with a good feel to it, not too thin or too thick. The socket was lined with packing grease, and had to be cleaned prior to assembly. I used epoxy in addition to the provided screws.
I wanted the edges sharper, and this is where it got difficult.. the blade of the spear it reinforced with a very thick spine.. making it very strong for thrusting, but almost impossible to put a cutting edge on.. I know I am being picky here as it’s not meant to be a cutting weapon.. I just wanted my cake and eat it too…lol
Mike M. –
Quite the All Around Spear I absolutely love this spear, it’s blade comes sharp, pointed and ready for combat. The screws included make the head fit to the shaft like a glove. The head is strong, hard, yet enough flex for any type of attacks. Its balance makes it a great thrower, its construction makes it as safe a spear to be on the front lines with it’s perfectly shaped socket. Add a small butt cap or knob and you’re ready for any fight, though the long socket and screw placement would prevent it being cut off its shaft in those situations. Make sure to follow instructions for the screws, they should go in on an angle for best retention and be flush with the socket. I would also recommend a small simple mace head for a butt knob. Or a Greek spear buttcap, but is not 100% necessary, this spear rules. Works in any period or area. You’ll love it.
Attila Szajko –
It’d come separated head withouth screws (I’d proper screws (1 pound at least (some hundred), blackened too:))). The before mentioned problem was not alone because the head and shaft connection was lazzy for my taste. I’d cured with PUR foam. After that the result was impressive, balanced and beautiful piece of art! Some of the fellow buyers complained about that it isn’t razor sharp…it’s perfectly sharp enough, spears were never razor sharp (sharper than the usual kitchen knives 99%). I’m absolutely satisfied. Only 4 star because of the screws….you own me 2:))))